Primary Position Summary

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

IBHE is currently developing a statewide strategic plan for higher education that will help fulfill the Board vision that:

Illinois has a higher education ecosystem that ensures individual, families, and communities across the state can thrive.

The Board has identified three goals:

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

Primary Position Summary

We are looking for a General Counsel to provide legal counsel to the Illinois Board of Higher Education, the agency Executive Director, and agency staff.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about public service and education
• Experienced in higher education finance policy
• Analytic, a good communicator, and intellectually curious
• Committed to continuous learning and growing
• A supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Reporting to the Board of Higher Education and the Executive Director, the General Counsel provides senior leadership in all legal matters relating to the Board and agency.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides advice and counsel to the Board and Executive Director on the law, policies, and regulations applicable to the Board’s authority, starting with the Board of Higher Education Act
• Serves as a member of the Agency’s leadership team, including helping achieve long-term strategic and annual goals, including the Agency’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals. Helps provide leadership to the Agency, including presenting to the Board, working with Board members, assisting with annual planning, budgeting, and goal setting, and contributing to a collaborative team culture
• Provides general legal advice and counsel relating to employees and Board members, including labor, employment, and appointment issues
• Provides guidance to the Board and Executive Director regarding potential litigation
• Provides oversight and guidance on matters involving postsecondary academic programs, institutions of higher education, and private vocational schools operating in Illinois; coordinates communications regarding potential violations of law, regulation, and policy; represents IBHE’s interests in pre-hearing conferences, administrative hearings, and all related meetings
• Serves as liaison on legal matters to the Illinois Office of the Attorney General, Governor’s Office of Legal Counsel, and other agencies
• Provides counsel on applicable administrative laws, including compliance with the Open Meetings Act, State Ethics Act, and State Procurement Act, among others
• Provide oversight and guidance on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests as it relates to the disclosure of public records and in concert with relevant laws and regulations
• Provides legal advice and guidance on IBHE Administrative Rules and policies
• Serves as State Records officer

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor degree: license to practice within Illinois; at least five or more years of relevant experience
• Knowledge or experience with state government, higher education policy, higher education regulations and Illinois law highly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Commitment to public service and passion for education
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on collaboration and teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of constituents and stakeholders, such as Board members, senior government executives, elected officials, institutional officers and leaders, and private sector leaders.
• Excellent problem-solving and written and verbal communication skills

Work location:

Work locations are Chicago, IL and Springfield, IL, with the possibility of some remote work. Travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.

Application Process:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, and (3) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers.

open until filled. However, those individuals submitting materials by June 12, 2022, will be given first consideration. Please submit your materials by e-mail to:

farris@ibhe.org

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply¹.

Download the General Counsel (PDF).

¹ IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth , IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

The Board recognized that these goals are being developed in a particular context:

• COVID-19 has shaped and will continue to reshape the educational experience
• Racial injustice can no longer be ignored
• Changes in the nature of work are accelerating
• Innovative disrupters to traditional postsecondary education are growing
• Budget challenges are exacerbated

The IBHE is seeking an Assistant Director for Budget and Grants in the Fiscal Affairs and Budgeting unit to oversee grants and contract management and support all fiscal operations for the agency. This position will also be responsible for designing and conducting complex financial analysis.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about public service and education; a good communicator and intellectually curious; committed to continuous learning and growing; and a supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees the fiscal administration of the agency’s grantmaking processes, coordinating with grantee institutions and partners, programmatic staff within the agency, and serving the lead contact with the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) for grants management, the Grants Accountability and Transparency Unit (GATU).
• Analyzes agency, grantee and other financial data for reports, audits, special programmatic analysis, and other needs.
• Supports overall fiscal operations, including budget analysis, accounting, and procurement, among others.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience, with a focus on financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, and grants management or related
• Knowledge of Illinois state accounting systems, procurement, and grant management systems or similar systems a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and a teamwork orientation
• Highly analytic, with ability to define, conduct, and communicate analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Extremely driven and detail-oriented

Work location:

Work location is in Springfield or Chicago, with the possibility of some remote work. Travel within Illinois may be required.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package. Note that this position is primarily funded through federal grants, which may not continue past the current expiration of September, 2024.

Application Process:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, (3) copy of college transcript, and (4) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers.

Please submit your materials to

humanresources@ibhe.org

Interviews will begin immediately and will be conducted virtually. The position will remain open until filled.

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply.

IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

Download the Assistant Director for Budget and Grants (PDF).

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IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth , IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

The Position: Associate Director of Talent and Workforce Development

IBHE is undertaking a new portfolio of work to ensure that Illinois higher education continues to be a leader in developing a diverse talent pipeline that will drive Illinois’ economic growth. We are looking for a leader who can build a cohesive future-looking strategy, oversee, manage, and grow the work through the lens of equity.

Primary Responsibilities

The Associate Director provides leadership, oversight, and thought partnership to IBHE’s growing role in supporting the state’s diverse talent needs to actively foster the state’s economic growth through higher education policy.

The Associate Director will work in partnership with higher education institutions and state agencies, including the Illinois Community College Board.

The Associate Director:

• Oversees the agency’s portfolio of grant programs that support business and employer needs or workforce shortage areas, including nursing and behavioral health.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a new Behavior Health Education Workforce Center, backboned by two public universities.
• Supports development of programs and models for new and emerging workforce areas, such as clean jobs.
• Develops programming, innovative models, and strategies for encouraging and assisting working adults seeking to upskill or reskill by returning to college to complete credentials and degrees.
• Develops and supports strategies that eliminate barriers and promote seamless transfer for students between community college and four-year institutions, including efforts to validate learning across a variety of settings and leverage industry-recognized credentials as part of stackable pathways to degree.
• Collaborates with institutional partners, state agencies, and other stakeholders to understand needs and opportunities.
• Contributes to an agency collaborative team culture, helps achieve the agency’s strategic goals, and commits to continuous growth and learning.

The ideal candidate:

• is passionate about public service and education
• is a doer, a good communicator, and intellectually curious
• is committed to continuous learning and growing
• is a supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in public policy, business administration, education, or related field
• Three years of higher education, education, government, or other related experience
• Additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree
• Postsecondary credentials/licensure or private sector talent recruitment helpful

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Commitment to public service and passion for education
• Strong project management and program implementation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, such as college and university officials, state agency executives, and the business and employer community, among others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on collaboration and teamwork
• Grants management experience a plus

Work location:

Work locations are Chicago, IL, with a fully remote work schedule or Springfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule. Those located in other areas of Illinois will also be considered. Occasional travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $75,000 - $90,000. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.

Application Process:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, and (3) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers.

Interviews will begin immediately and will be conducted virtually. Please submit your materials by e-mail to:

humanresources@ibhe.org

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply.

IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

Download the Associate Director of Talent and Workforce Development (PDF).

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth , IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

The Position: Assistant Director of Capital Programs

Primary Responsibilities

Joining the Fiscal and Budget policy team, the Assistant Director of Capital Programs provides thought leadership, oversight, and analysis to support the state’s higher education capital program.

• Develops and implements a methodology for prioritizing public university capital projects across the state that informs IBHE’s annual budget recommendations
• Serves as the IBHE’s primary liaison with the Capital Development Board, the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget, and institutional contacts for all capital matters.
• Collaborates with institutional partners to understand capital and deferred maintenance needs, project progress, and emerging priorities
• Oversees the implementation of the $400M capital grant program for private colleges and universities
• Provides analysis, reporting, and fiscal impact of the state’s higher education capital program.
• Contributes to a collaborative team culture, helps achieve the agency’s strategic goals, and commits to continuous growth and learning.

The ideal candidate:

• is passionate about public service and education
• brings experience in finance
• is analytic, a good communicator, and intellectually curious
• is committed to continuous learning and growing
• is a supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, public policy, finance, or similar; Master’s preferred
• Government or education budget or fiscal experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to public service and passion for education
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to work with large datasets, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, such as college and university officials in the public and private sectors, and state agency executives, among others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on collaboration and teamwork

Work location

Work locations are Chicago, IL, with a fully remote work schedule or Springfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule. Those located in other areas of Illinois will also be considered. Occasional travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $55,000 - $75,000. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.

Application Process:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, and (3) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers. Interviews will begin immediately and will be conducted virtually. Please submit your materials by e-mail to:

humanresources@ibhe.org

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply.

IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

Download the Assistant Director of Capital Programs (PDF).

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth , IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

IBHE is seeking an Assistant Director of Data and Accountability Systems to provide expertise as the Board implements its strategic plan, builds out an accountability system, and makes better use of its longitudinal data system.

Primary Responsibilities

Joining the Information Management and Research team, this position is responsible for helping build and support IBHE’s accountability system, data-informed decision making, and actionable analysis and recommendations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the development of a new higher education accountability system that reinforces and measures progress toward Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, as outlined in A Thriving Illinois.
• Develops and conducts analysis using new data from the public universities’ adoption of the Common App.
• Conducts equity-centered analysis on application, enrollment, persistence, and completion of students.
• Builds and communicates data insights to decision-makers and other stakeholders through a variety of data visualization, reports, presentations, and other information tools.

The ideal candidate:

• is passionate about public service and education
• is a doer, a good communicator, and intellectually curious
• is committed to continuous learning and growing
• is a supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the social sciences, education, math, statistics, or an IT-related field. Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of one year of combined experience (including internships) as an analyst, report developer, data modeler, or other data analysis related role.
• Experience in the design, development, and implementation of streamlined or automated reporting solutions a plus.
• Experience (including internships) using one or more common analytical (R, SAS, SPSS, Stata), querying (SQL), and/or visualization (Tableau, Power BI) tools

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to public service and passion for education
• Ability to conceptualize and bring a project to fruition
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong oral and written communications and the ability to present data and analysis to non-technical and non-research staff
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders in colleges and universities, state agencies, among others
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on collaboration and teamwork

Work location

Work locations are Chicago, IL with a fully remote schedule and Springfield, IL, with a hybrid work schedule. Those located in other areas of Illinois will also be considered. Occasional travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $55,000 - $75,000. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.

To Apply:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, and (3) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers. Interviews will begin immediately and will be conducted virtually. Please submit your materials by e-mail to:

IBHE Human Resources
humanresources@ibhe.org

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply.

IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

Download the Assistant Director of Data and Accountability Systems (PDF).

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth , IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

The Position: Associate Director of Workforce Analytics

IBHE is working to ensure that Illinois higher education continues to be a leader in developing a diverse talent pipeline that will drive Illinois’ economic growth. As part of the strategies in A Thriving Illinois, we are undertaking a new portfolio of work, in partnership with other state agencies, to assess the current and future regional and statewide employment needs, to identify the portfolio of academic programs offered throughout the state, and to determine where gaps and/or mismatch might exist.

The Associate Director, as the founder of this role and work, will be responsible for conceptualizing the project, building a methodology and conducting an annual analysis on this and in other areas that will inform Board decision-making.

Primary Responsibilities

The Associate Director provides leadership, oversight, and thought partnership to IBHE’s growing role in actively fostering the state’s economic growth through higher education policy.

• Develops and implements a methodology for an annual statewide supply and demand analysis, assessing regional and statewide economic needs, the state’s portfolio of academic programs, and determining gaps or mismatch.
• Analyzes earnings and employment outcome data, reporting and making policy recommendations, as well as strengthening data tools available to institutional and public users.
• Collaborates with institutional and agency partners to carry out the work
• Contributes to the agency’s collaborative team culture, helps achieve the agency’s strategic goals, and commits to continuous growth and learning

The ideal candidate:

• is passionate about public service and education
• is a thought partner, a good communicator, intellectually curious, and a doer
• is committed to continuous learning and growing
• is a supportive colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in economics, data analytics, public policy, business administration, or related
• Five years of higher education, education, government, or other related experience.
• Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to public service and passion for education
• Ability to conceptualize and bring a project to fruition
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, such as college and university officials, state agency executives, and the business and employer community, among others.
• Excellent analytic skills, with strong ability to present complex information in forms accessible to non-technical audiences
• Data visualization, mapping, and related skills a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collaboration and teamwork

Work location

Work locations are Chicago, IL, with a fully remote work schedule or Springfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule. Those located in other areas of Illinois will also be considered. Occasional travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work.

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $75,000 - $90,000. We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.

Application Process:

For full consideration, submit (1) letter describing your interest in the role and how you meet the qualifications, (2) resume, and (3) at least three professional references including names, professional titles, and current emails and phone numbers. Interviews will begin immediately and will be conducted virtually. Please submit your materials by e-mail to:

humanresources@ibhe.org

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We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply.

IBHE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, state agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the state provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

Download the Associate Director of Workforce Analytics (PDF).