YUBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 

Human Resources Development and Personnel Services 

Building 100A, Room 21 

2088 North Beale Road, Marysville, CA 95901 

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CLASSIFIED RECRUITMENT

Research Analyst - Yuba College

DEPARTMENT: ACADEMIC & STUDENT SERVICES

FINAL FILING DATE: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2014 BY 5:00 P.M. (POSTMARKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED)

LOCATION: *SCHEDULED TO BE ASSIGNED TO: YUBA COLLEGE

SALARY$: 3,814.78 - $5,416.18/MO. (CSEA Salary Schedule, initial placement will not be higher than the Step 3 of the salary schedule. The top step for this position is $5,416.18/MO.)

COMMENCING: ASAP

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Vice President of Academic and Student Services, design, implement, and support various research projects in support of institutional planning and accountability goals; analyze results and prepare reports on outcomes.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Design, prepare, and conduct statistical analyses on a variety of data sets according to information needs and institutional priorities and goals. (E)

• Design and conduct a variety of surveys of students, staff, members of the community and others (E)

• Write reports and present findings to interest groups. (E)

• Contribute information and expertise to the planning and accountability process. (E)

• Monitor the progress of multiple research projects in conjunction with research plans and priorities. (E)

• Assist the Vice President in developing research plans and projects to support and augment the institutional planning, accountability, and educational support goals and priorities. (E)

• Prepare data downloads from Student Information Systems and other data sources using a variety of computer interface tools. (E)

• Prepare data summaries and other reports for oral and written presentation to various constituencies. (E)

• Attend meetings to present research findings, using visual aids, electronic media, and other methods as appropriate. (E)

• Participate in various regional and state forums and organizations dealing with research in community colleges. (E)

• Provide work direction and training for others. (E)

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• District structure, operations, policies and objectives.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Principles of training and providing work direction.

• Applicable sections of State Education Codes, regulations, and other applicable laws. • Oral and written communication skills.

• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. 

• District structure, operations, policies and objectives.

• Operation of a computer and other office equipment as assigned.

• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

• Record preparation and report writing, presentation methods using data extraction, spreadsheets, word processing and other computerized methods.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Family Education Right to Privacy Act.

• Computerized data storage and retrieval.

• Statistical methods and computerized statistical analysis using various software packages such as SPSS and database management and spreadsheet packages.

• Technical and research report writing and presentation methods using word processors and other computerized methods.

ABILITY TO:

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. 

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Compile and verify data and prepare reports.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Meet schedules and time lines.

• Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records and generate reports.

• Prioritize and schedule work.

• Train and provide work direction to others.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Work confidentially with discretion.

• Work independently with little direction.

• Perform complex statistical analyses using computerized statistical software and accepted statistical methods.

• Prepare and deliver oral presentations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree with substantial course work in statistical and/or research methods, and two (2) years’ experience which demonstrates practical application of statistical evaluation, research and computer operation.

ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment.

REQUIRED DUTIES:

• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

* This position is anticipated to be assigned to Yuba College but may be assigned temporarily or permanently within the District.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Categorically funded positions are contingent upon funding. In accordance to Board Policy, smoking is restricted in many areas of the Yuba Community College District. Woodland Community College is a tobacco free campus.

WORK DAY, WORK WEEK, and WORK YEAR: The District has the right to establish work day, work week, work year; hours of positions within the District may vary.

INTERVIEW: Candidates selected for an interview will be required to visit Yuba Community College District at his/her own expense upon a date selected by the District. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Must include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Contact the Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing foreign transcript services.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment is dependent upon Department of Justice (DOJ) clearance; all fees are the responsibility of the selected candidates and serves the purpose of obtaining a criminal history as authorized by the California Education Code. All prospective employees shall be required to provide verification of TB test.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT: Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and guarantees equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation and does not discriminate in its educational programs, in employment nor in any other of its activities.

BENEFITS/SALARY: The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents for positions whose FTE is .60 or higher, valued at over $18,000 annually with a $178.50 monthly out of pocket expense to employees + dependents for their monthly medical premiums. The package includes health, dental, vision, one (1) life insurance policy and an Employee Assistance program. Additional benefits include contributions to the Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS) which is integrated with Social Security, 457/403b options, Vacation days - 7.33 hrs per month for the first year, 96 hours of vacation leave per years 1-5, 12 sick days and 20 holidays. INITIAL PLACEMENT WILL NOT BE HIGHER THAN THE LISTED SALARY, STEP 3 OF THE CSEA SALARY SCHEDULE, ACCORDING TO THE CLASSIFIED POLICY AND PROCEDURES HANDBOOK.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINE: A District Classified application and an Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (attach a Word document) are required. The application is available at the Office of Human Resources, 2088 North Beale Road, Building 100A, Room 21, Marysville, CA 95901. Or you may visit our Web Site at http://apptrkr.com/841833

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the final filing date in the Human Resources Office by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2014 BY 5:00 P.M.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all application materials are received by the District. All submitted materials become District property, will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this recruitment only. Incomplete and/or late application packets will not be considered.

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