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Assistant Director of Assessment for School of Health, Wellness & Human Services

$53,240 - $60,000 yearly

SUNY Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY, USA
Sep 28, 2025

Full time Deans & Directors Workforce Education

Job Description

Assistant Director of Assessment for School of Health, Wellness & Human Services

About Onondaga Community College:

Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Assessment supports the certificate, degree, and non-credit workforce programs within the School of Wellness, Health and Human Services. The Assistant Director will assist with outreach to community partners to establish and update affiliation agreements for professional practice, clinical, and internship opportunities. In coordination with faculty, program coordinators and department chairs, the Assistant Director will assist with data collection and analysis for Annual Program Assessment Reporting (APAR) requirements, comprehensive accreditation self-assessments and visits, and periodic and scheduled assessment reviews coordinated by Learning Outcome Assessment Committee. As a member of the School of Health, Wellness, and Human Services team, the Assistant Director will provide assistance with program and course advising, as well as student support services.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure employer, graduate, and workforce completer surveys are completed annually and organize quantitative and qualitative results for review by program faculty, program coordinators, and department chairs, and presentation to the advisory committee.
In coordination with faculty, program coordinators, and department chairs responsible for Annual Program Assessment Reporting (APAR), facilitate the collection of data from a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, Institutional Planning, Assessment and Research, graduate and supervisor surveys, course outcomes, and certificate/licensing exam results.
Assist with the analysis of collected data in alignment with the APAR requirements and assist faculty with identifying correlations among data points and determining the need for further assessment or curricular development.
Assist with the annual program assessment and 6-year program reviews coordinated through the Learning Outcomes and Assessment Committee, to include data collection and analysis in alignment with program learning outcomes.
As the accredited programs prepare the self-assessment component of the comprehensive accreditation process and visit, assist the faculty, program coordinator, and department chair with the collection and analysis of program and student outcome data required for report submission.
- Establish an appropriate data collection schedule and evaluate it annually to ensure it meets accreditation standards.
- Assign responsibilities for data collection to appropriate personnel and monitor the data catalog for completion.
- Collect and analyze data on program performance, student outcomes, and market trends.
Assist in the development of the self-assessment report, in addition to the collection of college-wide policies and procedures as identified within the report requirements.
Participate in advisory committees.
Coordinate with Management Services, program coordinators, and department chairs to ensure affiliation agreements are current and reflective of current program offerings at the college.
In coordination with program coordinators and department chairs, identify and secure new affiliation agreements with local and state-wide agencies, facilities, and organizations.
Develop and maintain expertise in curricula and related transfer and career outcomes relevant to the School of Wellness, Health and Human Services to provide high-quality professional advisement to students.
Support the Dean of Health, Wellness, and Human Services with special projects related to the development and implementation of academic and career pathways, including the analysis of current market employability data when new programs are considered.
Perform all other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibilities.

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree from an accredited college or university plus two years of relevant professional experience or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university plus 6 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience with data collection and analysis for program and curricular development or redesign, and reporting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Community college teaching or assessment experience in a healthcare, social assistance, or related discipline.
Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have the ability to function in a highly collaborative environment and develop effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for, the diversity of academics, ethnicity, culture, disability, religion, and sexual orientation of students in an academic environment
Demonstrated commitment to personal and departmental development, professionalism, multicultural education, creativity, collaboration, and initiative
Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs
Ability to utilize assessment data to guide development of effective initiatives for continuous improvement
Must be proactive, demonstrate sound judgment, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Must have the ability to handle confidential information in a professional and sensitive manner
Must have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and outside community groups
Must possess a willingness to take initiative on new projects and facilitate change

Application Details (to apply use the Apply Now button below.)

Additional Information:

Salary range is: $53,240 - $60,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
- New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401(a).
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.

Application Instructions:

To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter at time of application.
The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, one of which must be a current or former supervisor. Finalists will be contacted prior to references being checked.
Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire.

Contact hr@sunyocc.edu for any questions.

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About SUNY Onondaga Community College

Onondaga Community College is a two-year college, originally founded in 1961, with two locations: a 280-acre main campus in Syracuse, New York, and a nearby satellite location in Liverpool, New York. OCC operates under the State University of New York (SUNY) system and is locally sponsored by Onondaga County.

We pride ourselves on offering a quality education at an affordable price, and are the first public college in the nation to partner with Barnes & Noble College on the “Box of Books” program, which provides students with flat-rate, predictable pricing for textbooks and technology. Helping students succeed is a key element of our long-term goal outline, known as Lazer Focus, and our partnership with Achieving the Dream, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all students succeed, regardless of income or race.

OCC is annually recognized nationally as a Military Friendly School for our commitment to Student Veterans. Their home on campus is the Office of Veterans and Military Services. Our commitment to sustainability, environmental responsibility, and keeping central New York a beautiful place to live has earned recognition as one of “The 10 Best Green Schools in America 2018” by The Knowledge Review, a “Green College” by the Princeton Review, and a “Cool School” by the Sierra Club.

Sports continue to be a pillar of student involvement on campus and our 17 athletics teams, The Lazers, have won 16 national championships including men's lacrosse, men's basketball and women's lacrosse.

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