Research Technician



Research Technician

Salary

$5,203.49 Monthly

Location

Lancaster, CA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

RN22-114

Department

Institutional Research & Planning

Opening Date

05/25/2023

Closing Date

6/9/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

RANGE

19

ANTICIPATED START DATE

July 2023

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Letter of Intent

Current Resume

Scanned Copy of Transcripts

WORK SCHEDULE

Hours not to exceed 40 hours per week. Exact work schedule is Monday - Thursday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm and Friday 7:30 am to 11:30 am. Schedule may be subject to change by supervisor based on department needs and college hours of operation.

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of Director of Institutional Research, performs extensive and technical institutional research and evaluation duties, including those related to State-mandated programs and activities; designs and performs research and evaluation of District and other institutional planning issues; coordinates research activities with District departments and groups; prepares reports for District personnel and State agencies to fulfill compliance regulations and requirements and assure institutional effectiveness for appropriate funding.

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

   E = indicates essential duties of the position

  • Perform extensive and technical planning, design, research and evaluation duties related to institutional research and planning projects, including State-mandated programs, activities; and a variety of other internal and external issues.   (E)
  • Utilize accurate statistical procedures and sampling techniques for institutional research projects; assure high levels of confidentiality and reliability of results.  (E)
  • Create, develop and maintain databases utilizing a mainframe computer related to student enrollment projections, follow-up studies and analysis of program enrollment patterns.   (E)
  • Collect and query appropriate data, perform statistical analysis; determine appropriate measures and instruments for data types including frequencies, chi-square, correlation, multiple regression and other methods of analysis.  (E) 
  • Prepare reports for District personnel and State agencies to fulfill compliance regulations and requirements and to assure institutional effectiveness for appropriate funding; prepare and revise reports with accompanying tabular, graphic and statistical contents, descriptions of analytical methods used and narrative of findings and conclusions for college’s research and evaluation.  (E)
  • Identify and extract a variety of requested data; inspect and code data in preparation for analysis; create project documentation and databases.   (E)
  • Operate a variety of software packages used on personal computers for data analysis, data management, graphics, visualizations, and word processing.  (E)
  • Communicate with appropriate college staff, stakeholders and other community college districts in analysis, competition and interpretation of data; respond to research questions as requested; describe findings; attend and conduct meetings. (E)
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

Any combination equivalent to (*see Note below): Associate’s degree with coursework in statistics, mathematics, business, computer science, or economics and three (3) years increasingly responsible experience involving related research and analysis activities and projects.

 

* Note:  Up to one (1) year of additional education (with coursework as listed above) may be substituted for up to one year of required experience.


KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Standard and advanced statistical procedures related to sampling, correlation analysis, projections and other quantitative measures applied to education, social and program research and evaluation.
  • Regression techniques, principles and tables.
  • Research design for original data collection and analysis.
  • Use of personal computers and mainframe and appropriate software packages, including proficient use of standard statistical software.
  • Technical report writing skills in organizing and presenting narrative and statistical information.
  • Technical aspects of field of specialty.
  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary, oral and written communication skills.
  • Public speaking techniques.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

 

ABILITY TO:

  • Perform extensive and technical research and evaluation duties.
  • Design forms for various research purposes and target audiences.
  • Design and perform research and evaluation of District institutional planning and other issues.
  • Interpret and apply applicable sections of the State Education Code and other related laws and regulations.
  • Interact with, participate on and conduct presentations to District faculty, college groups, committees and others.
  • Prepare reports for District personnel and State agencies to fulfill compliance regulations and requirements and to assure institutional effectiveness for appropriate funding.
  • Utilize accurate statistical procedures and sampling techniques; create, develop and maintain computer databases.
  • Create and maintain necessary research documentation, files and records related to various research projects.
  • Conduct meetings and interviews necessary for investigation and data collection related to assigned research projects. 
  • Work as a team member with other research office staff and members of college staff involved in institutional and research projects, grants development and other related activities.

 


OTHER INFORMATION

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment.
 
PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Seeing to read and analyze statistical data,
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer, mouse and peripheral equipment. 

Application Process
 This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

  • Application
  • Current resume
  • Letter of Intent (Cover Letter)
  • Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.

 

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by June 9, 2023. 

 

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or

missing documents will not be considered.

 

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
 
Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law.

 

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

 Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

 AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.

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Antelope Valley Community College District offers a comprehensive benefit package including sick leave, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 

More detailed information regarding benefit package eligibility will be presented at the time of employment offer. 

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Agency
Antelope Valley College
Address
3041 West Avenue K

Lancaster, California, 93536
Phone
(661) 722-6300
(661) 722-6311