State University Assistant
Resume:
DR. ROSELLA LEVETT HOUSTON
Jackson, MS 39212
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OBJECTIVE: To secure employment in a position utilizing my extensive
knowledge and successful experience, offering opportunities for
personal contribution and professional growth.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Offering comprehensive experience and expertise in the following areas of
responsibility:
* Staff Development Effective problem solving and
decision making skills.
* Project Management
* Budget Management
EXPERIENCE AND HIGHLIGHTS
07/10 - Present Institutional Data Manager, Office of Institutional
Research
08/07 - 07/10 Researcher, Office of Institutional Research
08/03 - 08/07 Senior Researcher, Office of Institutional Research
12/94 - 08/03 Research Assistant, Office of Institutional Research
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS
* Assists in managing the office in the absence of the Director
* Assists the Director in providing data and information on the internal
operations of the University
* Serves as the liaison to, and interacts regularly with, other campus
divisions, offices and campus leaders in resolve data discrepancies
and to ensure data accuracy
* Collects, compiles, and analyzes institutional statistical data for
use by the University and various external agencies
* Ensure effective reporting for IPEDS and other federal/state reports
(i.e. NCAA), as required
* Researches, locates, examines and provides historical research
information and other data as requested
* Plan, prepare and produce a variety of regular ad hoc reports and
publications such as FactBook, Facts & Figures Brochure, Datafiles,
and Fifteen Year Enrollment and Degrees Conferred documents
* Conducts various studies on the demographics of the student body using
SAS programming and SPSS
* Extract information from Banner, access information contained in web-
based U.S. Census data and other sources (i.e., NCES, Clearing House);
provide inferential and descriptive statistical analysis using SPSS
and other data analysis tools
* Facilities the collecting, analyzing and reporting of data to support
administrative decision making and strategic planning
* Oversee office website while expanding use of electronic tools by the
public or campus officials
* Participate in professional organizations, conferences, and workshops
to remain abreast of current ideas, research and practices related to
the position
* Performs various support duties as assigned
08/03 - 08/07 IE Coordinator, Office of Institutional Research Jackson
State University, Jackson, MS
* Coordinate the identification, implementation, and review of
institutional effectiveness indices
* Coordinate and manage the on-going, integrated and campus-wide
planning and evaluation process for non-academic units
* Provide leadership in institutional compliance through knowledge of
systems and through data management and analysis
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08/03 - 08/07 IE Coordinator, Office of Institutional Research Jackson
State University, Jackson, MS
* Ensured a systematic review of Institutional Effectiveness Program
plans for non-academic units
* Supported the work of institutional and programmatic accreditations
* Performed various support duties as assigned
11/93 - 11/00 Administrative Assistant
Office of Institutional Research Jackson State University, Jackson,
MS
* Managed the office in the absence of the Director
* Arranged travel itinerary, tickets, hotel accommodations, and etc. for
the Director
* Arranged appointments, meetings and conferences for the Director
* Supervised work-study students and recruitment of new work-study
students
* Maintained office budgets, confidential files, personnel files, and
leave records on employees
* Responsible for being knowledgeable on all matter/activities in the
Office and for adhering to University policies and regulations
* Responsible for general and technical typing (minutes and reports) and
for general office procedures
* Performed various support duties as assigned
EDUCATION:
EDD, JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Doctorate in Early Childhood Education August 2010
EDS, JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Specialist in Educational Administration & Supervision May 2005
MBA, JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY August 1998
Master's of Business Administration
School of Business (AACSB Accredited)
BBA, JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY May 1993
Bachelor's of Business Administration
School of Business (AACSB Accredited)
AA, NORTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE May 1990
Associate of Arts Degree
STRENGTHS:
Major strength is multi-task oriented
Highly motivated, accurate, thorough and precise in attention to
details
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Self-starter
Adapt easily and possess troubleshooting ability
HONORS and ACTIVITIES:
Cum Laude Graduate
Dean's List Scholar
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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES:
Member, Mississippi Association of Researchers (MAIR)
Member, Southern Association of Researchers (SAIR)
Member, Council of Institutional Researcher Officers (CIRO)
Member, Mississippi Association of Adult and Community Educators
(MAACE)
SERVICE
President, Jackson State University Staff Senate (2007-Present)
Member, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Delta Zeta Chapter (2001-
Present)
Assistant Treasurer, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., South Central
Region (2008-2012)
Assistant Treasurer, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., State of
Mississippi (2011-present)
Treasurer, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., State of Mississippi (2012-
present)
Review, monitor and approve expenditures with program managers to
ensure grants/contract compliance of purchase within approved
budgets and policies.
Co-chair, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Delta Zeta Chapter,
Debutante Cotillion (2009, 2011)
Lead and oversee fundraising efforts to ensure the financial
sustainability and self-sufficiency of the Sorority.
Jackson State University
Board of Trustees, Jackson State University Development Foundation
(JSUDF) (2007-present)
Provide expert and accurate operational and strategic advice to the
Executive Director and Board Members.
Member, JSUDF Investment Committee (2007-present)
Member, JSUDF Finance/Budget Committee (2007-present)
Work with the Chief Financial Officer to complete the fiscal year
budget recommendation for approval.
Member, Jackson State University Budget Committee (2008-present)
Work with the Chief Financial Officer and program managers to
complete the fiscal year budget recommendation for approval.
Member, Jackson State University Staff Handbook Revision Committee
(2008-present)
Member, Jackson State University Investment Committee (2009-present)
Member, Leadership Team and Internal Advisory Committee, JSUAdvance
Project Team (2011-2012)
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SERVICE
Jackson State University
Member, Jackson State University Futures Task Force (2008-2011)
(i.e., Strategic Planning)
Member, Jackson State University Academic Performance Review Committee
(2011)
Member, Jackson State University Campus Athletic Director Search
Advisory Committee (2011)
Member, Jackson State University ITN Campus Dining/Catering Management
Services Committee (2011)
Member, Jackson State University Campus Presidential Search Advisory
Committee (2010)
Member, Jackson State University Campus Vice President & Provost for
Academic Affairs Search Advisory Committee (2011)
Member, Jackson State University Faculty & Staff Seminar Committee
OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES
6th Vice President for High Schools, Jackson Council PTSA/PTA (2012-
present)
5th Vice President for Middle Schools, Jackson Council PTSA/PTA (2008-
2012)
Treasurer, Power APAC School PTA (2011-2013)
President, Peeples Middle School PTSA (2010-2012)
President, Lee Elementary PTA (2006-2008)
Mentor, Jackson State University Football Student-athletes (2010-
present)
Advisor, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Lambda Beta Chapter (2005-2008)
Volunteer Assistant Basketball Coach/Wingfield High School (1996)
Junior Achievement Volunteer (1995 - 2002)
NYSP Volunteer (1994 - 2005)
Volunteer High School Recruiter & Mentor/Target area: Oxford High
School (1990 - Present)
Volunteer Teacher Assistant - Career Development Center / GED Program
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