Professional Expert POOL - Researcher



Professional Expert POOL - Researcher

Salary

$20,880.00 Annually

Location

Orange County, CA

Job Type

Short Term

Job Number

Prof Expert Pool-Researcher

Division

District Office

Opening Date

07/13/2018

Closing Date

4/23/2019 12:00 AM Pacific

Definition

DEFINITION:
Under direction of the Dean, Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness, design and conduct  research to provide information  for the Guided Pathways Plan via written reports, tables, graphics, oral presentations, and a variety of computer-mediated formats.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
The  Researcher  requires specific training and experience with designing and conducting data collection and analysis  in an education setting, as well as experience with  research specific software.  Outstanding analytics skills and the ability to collaborate with campus staff are specially valued.  Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, working with our quantitative research team on: scheduling and managing multi-disciplinary investigative team meetings, recruiting study participants,  quantitative study design, data collection and analysis; data management; grant applications and manuscripts; and managing communication with research participants.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  1. Design  quantitative research studies (including project scope, methodology, data sources, and analytical strategy) related to student success , matriculation, staffing patterns, program review, student and faculty characteristics, community characteristics, student learning outcomes, and other related studies.
  2. Select, adapt and apply appropriate  quantitative research and techniques to specific areas of study.
  3. Collect data and develop procedures to organize code and enter data.
  4. Develop and maintain research information systems.
  5. Plan, design, and test research instrumentation and evaluate data to assess reliability and validity of findings.
  6. Utilize business intelligence reporting tools such as Argos, Cognos, SAP, etc to support student enrollment patterns and course scheduling related analysis.
  7. Design surveys, interviews, and relational database queries related to student enrollment and course scheduling; facilitate focus groups and one-on-one interviews, and surveys to gather information on student course taking behavior and enrollment needs.
  8. Compose and edit research materials in a variety of formats, including but not limited to graphs and charts for research reports and presentations as required in the Guided Pathways Plan ; compose graphs and charts to show changes in data over a period of time and prepare data for publication for related activities.
  9. Write technical reports to provide information, interpretation, and recommendations on equity research projects.
  10. Communicate complex quantitative  research methodology and results in written and oral format in formal and informal presentations.
  11. Communicate effectively and work both independently and as part of a team to analyze and interpret  data; respond to research questions as requested; describe findings.
  12. Schedule, participate, and lead equity meetings and research committees as needed or required.
  13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree (psychology, sociology, education, mathematics, computer sciences or related field preferred) AND
  • Completion of at least two years of upper division/graduate coursework in psychology, sociology, education, mathematics, computer sciences or related field, including a minimum of 6 upper division/graduate units in research methods, statistical analysis and/or tests and measurement.
  • Minimum of two-years experience in a research position, preferably in an educational environment.
  • Or, any combination of education and experience that would provide the required qualifications.
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  • Excellent analytic, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team, as well as being self-motivated.
  • Ability to adjust to varying amounts of workload uses time efficiently, meet deadlines, and seek help in problem-solving.
  • Experience using Argos and SPSS software for developing data queries and reports, creating and managing large data sets, and analyzing and summarizing complex data for a variety of audiences strongly preferred.
  • Skilled in using Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Master's Degree preferred.

Conditions of Employment

This position will be OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

This is a professional expert, 40-hour per week position.  The District reserves the right to extend, modify, or eliminate this position based upon available funds. The normal hours of work will be 8:00 am – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.  However, some flexibility such as evenings and weekends will be required to meet the needs of the department.  The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.

  • Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
  • The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Additional Information

SALARY
$28.74 per hour, plus medical benefits.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a COMPLETE application packet. A complete application packet includes:

  1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application
  2. A current resume (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended)
  3. Answers to all Supplemental Questions (clear and detailed responses recommended for evaluation purposes)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Electronic applications may be completed by visiting www.cccd.edu/employment.  Once you have completed an electronic application, you may apply to open positions within the Coast Community College District by submitting the application and all other required materials. Required materials differ for each open position and must be complete when submitted for a specific posting. Instructions for completing applications and applying to posted positions are available online or by calling Applicant Processing at (714) 438-4714 or (714) 438-4716.

All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. Information for TDD users is available by calling (714) 438-4755.

Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "n/a" (not applicable). If you do not know an answer, please indicate so, but do not leave any space blank.  Any documents that you are unable to attach can be faxed to (714) 782-6065. Faxes must clearly indicate your name and the job to which you are applying.

Disability Accommodations:  If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714 OR (714) 438-4716.

SELECTION PROCEDURES:
  1. Applicants who meet the required qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to discuss their qualifications in an interview with the College/District. Therefore, it is highly recommended that applicants submit clear, detailed responses to all supplemental questions in order to demonstrate his/her qualifications as related to the position.  Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
  2. If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in-person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  1. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  2. The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  3. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  4. A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community CollegeGolden West College, and Orange Coast College.  The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services.  Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs. 
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States.  Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

Fringe benefits are not applicable.

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Discuss your experience with independently conducting quantitative research in an educational setting. Please describe the project(s) in detail, the research methods you used, any challenges you encountered, and how you addressed those challenges.
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Describe your experience presenting data or writing reports for an audience of differing research levels and/or backgrounds. Please discuss any tools or techniques you have used to explain the data and engage audience.
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What is your experience with using quantitative data analysis software? List the products you are most familiar with and level of proficiency in using them.
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What efforts have you made, or been involved with, to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the work place?
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I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1. A completed Coast Community College District Online Employment Application 2. A current resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended) 3. Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume" or "N/A")
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Coast Community College District
Address
1370 Adams Avenue

Costa Mesa, California, 92626
Phone
714-438-4668
714-438-4714