ANNOUNCEMENT
Southwestern Illinois College, a community college offering both transfer and occupational degrees, is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track, Outcomes Assessment Coordinator faculty position within the Center for Teaching and Learning. The anticipated start date is Summer, 2027.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, the successful applicant will assist in the further development of the College outcomes assessment model to include course, program and institutional levels of assessment. This position will be responsible for designing models of assessment and ensuring the effectiveness of the assessment plan to improve student learning. This position will be highly involved with planning and coordinating assessment functions, which include collaboration with faculty, administration, and the Center for Teaching and Learning. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assess student performance and collaborate with faculty to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional offerings and programs.
- Analyze assessment findings to ensure reliability and validity. Share assessment findings with various college constituents to devise strategies for the implementation of assessment data.
- Assist with program review and evaluation processes including developing goals and outcomes and designing appropriate tools to measures the attainment of those outcomes.
- Assist with the oversight and coordination of outcomes assessment functions, to include participation in each of the Outcomes Assessment committee structure.
- Develop and implement models of assessment across all academic divisions.
- Report and maintain documentation of outcomes assessment activities for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate outcomes assessment activities with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and assist with HLC training.
- Identify special needs related to the assessment of student learning.
- Collaborate with Institutional Research to monitor compliance with assessment practices consistent with adherence to the HLC and the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB).
- Stay current in best practices related to the assessment of student learning to ensure our assessment processes/plan improve student learning.
- Participate in college-wide projects and support resource development activities, such as grant writing, that will enhance the college’s efforts to assess and improve student learning.
- Provide training for and assist with instructional, annual, five-year ICCB, and co-curricular program review.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Assessment, Educational Research or related field required.
- Three years of teaching experience with an emphasis on student learning outcomes and evaluation.
- Applied and advanced knowledge of research and assessment methodology, curriculum development and assessment design.
- Strong presentation skills to communicate assessment plans and results effectively with a wide range of audiences.
- Experience in working with diverse student populations preferred.
- Shall meet the minimum standards of instruction established by the Board of Trustees for any assigned courses.
SALARY
This is a twelve-month position with the salary determined by placement on the salary schedule and an adjustment for the twelve-month schedule. For example, the minimum 2026-2027 starting salary at Step 1 on the Master’s degree column is $79,255.48. The actual starting salary is determined by educational attainment level and experience. Voluntary overload and summer assignments may also be available which may increase the annual compensation. The college offers a comprehensive flexible benefit program.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.
- Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire
- Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
- Eligibility for paid leave including holidays and sick leave
- Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
WORK LOCATION: Belleville Campus with district-wide responsibilities.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: See online job posting for close date.
APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE: Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted. Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.
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