Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness
Bellevue, Washington

Bellevue College, an open-enrollment institution serving both associate and bachelor’s degree students, is seeking an innovative and experienced leader to serve as its Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness (ED).

Reporting to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, the ED is central to advancing the college’s mission of fostering student achievement, expanding access, and promoting transformative learning. The ED collaborates with leaders across the institution to develop data-informed strategies that enhance student success, operational efficiency, and educational equity.

In this strategic role, the ED will lead initiatives that empower all departments to utilize data for improvement, ensure compliance with NWCCU accreditation standards, and advance a culture of continuous improvement. Additionally, the ED will be the institution’s Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO), overseeing accreditation processes to maintain high-quality education and accountability in close collaboration with the Provost. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a diverse student body, supporting Bellevue College’s values of integrity, inclusiveness, and social advocacy.

The Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Analytics office at Bellevue College serves as the college’s hub for data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement. This office is dedicated to promoting student success, advancing educational equity, and supporting institutional growth through comprehensive research, data analysis, and strategic planning. The office also ensures compliance with accreditation standards and collaborates with departments across the college to promote a culture of excellence, service leadership, and community engagement.

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of 20,000, with over 57% students of color, and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

This role requires a master’s degree in social science, public policy, higher education or related field with a focus on research, measurement, and analysis. Relevant experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in research and analytics with a focus on educational outcomes, access, and equity. The role requires demonstrated experience with accreditation processes, including self-studies, compliance reporting, or coordinating accreditation-related activities. In addition, proficiency with data tools and platforms such as SPSS, SAS, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI is necessary. Experience within the Washington community and technical college system is preferred.

The next ED will be a steadfast advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across all dimensions of the college. This person will have a demonstrated commitment to and track record of promoting and supporting the trajectory of students and the careers of individuals from historically excluded and underrepresented populations. The next ED will be self-motivated, proactive, resourceful, adept at building relationships, empathetic, a servant leader, and service-oriented with a keen focus on the organization they serve.

Bellevue College is partnering with Veena Abraham, J.D. and Robert Luke at EQU Advisors on this search. For additional information on the roles and responsibilities for this position as well as to submit a nomination, expression of interest, and/or application, please use the links to the top right of this page.

For full consideration, candidates should click the “Apply” button on this page to complete the following steps as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but should be received no later than Friday, August 15, 2025. The following documents are requested as part of a complete application: a) a letter of interest outlining their experience relative to the role and the description of the position; b) a resume or curriculum vitae; and c) a diversity statement of no more than two (2) pages that describes and provide specific examples of how their educational and professional experiences, background, or philosophy demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how these prepare them to contribute to Bellevue College.

The anticipated annual salary range for the position is $114,399/year - $171,599/year. However, the new hire starts no higher than $150,000 based on the Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule. The final annual salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and related experience. This position is eligible for relocation allowance. A generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

Bellevue College is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity; creed; color; national origin; sex; marital status; sexual orientation; age; religion; genetic information; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or veteran status in educational programs and activities which it operates. Bellevue College is prohibited from discriminating in such a manner by college policy and by state and federal law. All college personnel and persons, vendors, and organizations with whom the college does business are required to comply with applicable federal and state statutes and regulations designed to promote affirmative action and equal opportunity.