EM -DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND DATA MANAGEMENT

Job DetailsJob Location: Eastern Maine - Bangor, ME 04401Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day

Director of Institutional Research & Data Management

In-Person Position

Date Posted: February 04, 2026

Title of Position: Director of Institutional Research & Data Management

Bargaining Unit/Anticipated Salary Range: MEA Administrator; Level IV (4); $55,214.87 - $65,929.46

Position Start Date: March 02,  2026  / This position will be expected to be on campus & in person.

Responsibilities: The Director of Institutional Research and Data Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for institutional research, effectiveness, and assessment activities. The position reports directly to the college president and leads efforts in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support institutional planning, decision-making, accreditation, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role supports the college’s mission by fostering a culture of evidence, continuous assessment, and institutional excellence.

Essential Qualifications: Master’s degree in Education, Social Science, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related field and 2 – 4 years’ experience OR a Bachelor’s degree and 4 – 7 years’ experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, along with 2 – 4 years of experience in a Higher Education setting.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Intermediate knowledge and use of data analysis tools and systems (e.g., SQL, SQL Management Studio, Power BI, or Tableau), Microsoft Office tools, relational databases, report and query writers.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to process design and process management. Intermediate knowledge and use of data analysis tools and systems (e.g. SQL, SQL Management Studio, Power BI, or Tableau), Microsoft Office tools, relational databases, report and query writers.
Prior experience and knowledge with Anthology or a similar Student Information System.
Knowledge of higher education environments
Experience in designing, developing, and creating dashboards using one or more computer programming languages.
Demonstrated ability to analyze information and present results to multiple stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize multiple sources of raw data into results appropriate for educational decision making.
Ability to develop complex reports and queries to meet institutional reporting requirements
Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple projects, and lead change initiatives.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits May Include: 100% employer paid health, dental, and life insurance for employees, Maine State Retirement or TIAA-CREF, as well as vacation, sick, and personal time.

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Savings
Flexible Spending Accounts
Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays
Statewide Locations
Tuition Waivers
Training
529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

Application Procedure: Initial review of applications will begin on February 18th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, click on the EMCC Employment Opportunities link (https://www.emcc.edu/discover-emcc/emcc/employment/): select the position you are interested in, “Apply Now”, complete the Application, along with uploading your Cover Letter, Resume, and transcript(s). You will have an opportunity to upload these documents during the completion of the employment application.  Applicants who fail to complete the full application requirements will not be considered for the position. Also include contact information for three professional references, including e-mail addresses.

Applicant must be legally eligible for employment in the United States.

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Institutional Summary: Eastern Maine Community College offers over 30 one- and two-year programs as well as short-term and specialized training and retraining courses for business, industry, and the community. We award associate in appl