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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH PROFESSIONAL TESTING, INC POSTING DATE: 7/29/19
Job Title Psychometrician
FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt
Position Status (full, part-time) Full Time
Location (city, state) TBD- Offices in Orlando, FL and Denver, CO
Company Name + Description Professional Testing is a Psychometric Consulting Firm that develops, administers, and maintains licensure and certification examination programs in a wide range of industries. Our full range of services also includes program audits, accreditation preparation, policy development, recertification requirements, implementation of effective organizational and governance structures, and ethics and disciplinary procedures. Our team provides expertise in best certification practices and program management. We have offices in Orlando, Florida and Denver, Colorado.
Position Description Psychometricians at Professional Testing manage, or assist in the management of, a variety of credentialing programs within varying industries. Activities performed by psychometricians include facilitating job/task analyses, item development activities, assembling and equating exam forms, facilitating passing score studies, performing item analyses, working in item banks, publishing CBT forms and managing projects.
Essential Job Functions • Facilitate workshops including job/task analyses, item development meetings, form review meetings, and passing score studies • Guide and manage Professional Testing’s test development team in item banking activities • Perform item/statistical analyses utilizing both classical test theory and item response theory • Write technical examination and item analysis reports • Assemble, equate, and publish examination forms to a variety of modes including multiple computer-based testing channels and paper and pencil testing • Manage programs, projects, timelines and deliverables • Respond to client questions and concerns via email, phone, and face-to-face conversations • Perform on-going research activities associated with item types, form assembly, equating methodologies, and client- specific needs • Provide guidance to clients regarding NCCA and ANSI accreditation standards, and how to make programmatic decisions that will be in line with accreditation standards
Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) • Ph.D. in measurement, statistics, or related field or Master’s in related field with demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining certification programs • Experience working with credentialing programs, 5 years of experience is preferred • Knowledge of both Classical Test Theory and Item Response Theory measurement models • Knowledge of item banking software systems • Knowledge of statistical software programs (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R) • Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., NCCA, ANSI, CFP) • Ability to explain complex measurement concepts using basic terminology • Ability to travel between 20-30% of the time • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Verifiable or demonstrated experience facilitating in-person meetings
How to Apply Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING POSTING DATE: 7/31/19
Job Title Psychometrician I
FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt
Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time
Location (city, state) Chicago, Illinois
Company Name + Description National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
Position Description Position assists operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements. Adheres to and supports the values and cultural framework developed by the Examinations department. Assists with psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and operational examination development activities related to psychometrics (e.g., calibration, scoring, and data analyses) under lead psychometrician direction. Assists in streamlining psychometrics workflow to meet both internal and external deadlines. Assists with research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements and developing psychometric software (e.g., scoring, standard setting, and automated test assembly) to support on-going operational works and new products. Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions Position assists operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements.
Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) PhD degree in educational measurement and testing or psychometrics with at least 1 year of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience is required. Internship experience could be applicable. Able to take direction from senior/lead psychometricians to achieve program goals and operational tasks. Familiarity with IRT models and adaptive testing is preferred. Experience with managing large datasets. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity. Excellent organizational skills; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, technical, customer service, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills are essential. Ability to work independently to resolve client issues and collectively in a fast- paced environment to establish a positive working rapport with all stakeholders. Ability to work on multiple assignments in a team environment. Attention to detail, multi-tasking, process mapping, and flexibility in activities is imperative. Technical expertise must include MS Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint), familiarity with using multiple databases, and psychometric/statistical software, especially Python/R/SAS, and Winsteps.
How to Apply Interested candidates must submit their resume along with cover letter and salary requirements as soon as possible but no later than Friday, August 30, 2019 to: Human Resources Department National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. 111 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2900 Chicago, Illinois 60601 [email protected]
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING POSTING DATE: 7/31/19
Job Title Psychometrician II
FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt
Postion Status (full, part-time) Full-time
Location (city, state) Chicago, Illinois
Company Name + Description National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
Position Description Position coordinates operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements. Adheres to and supports the values and cultural framework developed by the Examinations department. Coordinates psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams). Conducts operational examination development activities related to psychometrics (e.g., calibration, scoring, and data analyses) under lead psychometrician direction. Coordinates psychometrics workflow to meet both internal and external deadlines. Coordinates research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements. Coordinates in developing psychometric software (e.g., scoring, standard setting, and automated test assembly) to support on-going operational works and new products. Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions Position coordinates operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements.
Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) PhD degree in educational measurement and testing or psychometrics with 3 to 5 years of related experience in large scale testing and / or adaptive testing; or equivalent combination of training and experience is required. Able to take direction from senior/lead psychometricians to achieve program goals and operational tasks. Familiarity with IRT models and adaptive testing is preferred. Experience with managing large datasets. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity. Excellent organizational skills; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, technical, customer service, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills are essential. Ability to work independently to resolve client issues and collectively in a fast- paced environment to establish a positive working rapport with all stakeholders. Ability to work on multiple assignments in a team environment. Attention to detail, multi-tasking, process mapping, and flexibility in activities is imperative. Technical expertise must include MS Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint), familiarity with using multiple databases, and psychometric/statistical software, especially Python/R/SAS, and Winsteps. Some travel will be required (10% - 15%).
How to Apply Interested candidates must submit their resume along with cover letter and salary requirements as soon as possible but no later than Friday, August 30, 2019 to: Human Resources Department National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. 111 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2900 Chicago, Illinois 60601 [email protected]
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL BOARD OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS POSTING DATE: 8/1/19
Job Title Psychometrician
FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt
Position Status (full, part-time) Full-Time
Location (city, state) Chicago, IL 60631
Company Name + Description National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)
Position Description Summary of duties and responsibilities: The National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) is seeking a dynamic Psychometrician to lead psychometric operations including test design, form assignment, standard setting, item and test analysis, test form assembly using Automated Test Assembly method, scaling, equating, scoring and reporting for the NBOME examinations. The Psychometrician designs, conducts, and coordinates original and applied psychometric research and projects, and is required to participate in research and development in the areas of current and new product development. This individual is strongly encouraged to disseminate the NBOME best practices through professional presentation and publication.
Essential Job Functions Responsibilities: • Manages item and test analysis process to ensure quality and integrity of current and new products and enhances quality of existing products including test design, standard setting, item and test analyses, equating, scoring and reporting. • Functions as Co-Manager for assigned examination product team(s). • Leads examination processing operations. • Designs, conducts, and coordinates psychometric research. • Submits research for professional presentation and publication related to the validity and defensibility of NBOME services and testing products. • Trains, supervises, and manages work of staff members supporting the psychometric and research processes. • Internal coordination of: departmental planning; IT needs; cross-functional teams; activities in support of psychometric analysis and research; other internal processes. • Other duties as requested by supervisor or senior leadership staff.
Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Skills Needed: • 2-5 years of experience as a psychometrician related to psychological and educational testing required. Graduate research may be obtained concurrently with PhD research. • Experience or education must include utilizing psychometric methods, statistical procedures, and applications of classical test theory (CTT) and item response theory (IRT) in test design and analysis. • Strong background in applying CTT and IRT to large-scale testing programs; • Proven ability to analyze and solve measurement problems in testing operations, experience in designing, conducting, summarizing and presenting psychometric studies • Strong data analysis skills and scientific computing skills using SAS, R, or C++/C, work well with exam committees and interdepartmental colleagues. • Strong psychometric analysis skills using WINSTEPS or IRT PRO to conduct calibrations, equating and scaling • Strong oral and written communication skills.
How to Apply To Apply: Forward a resume and letter of interest including salary requirements to [email protected] with the position noted in subject. NBOME is an equal opportunity, e-verify employer. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS POSTING DATE: 8/6/19
Job Title Executive Director of Accountability and Assessment
FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt
Position Status (full, part-time) Full Time
Location (city, state) Suwanee, GA 30024
Company Name + Description Gwinnett County Public Schools
Position Description License and Certification Qualifications: Must hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator's Certificate in Educational Leadership and/or Support Personnel License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Education Qualifications: Master's degree in related field required. Specialist or doctorate degree in related field preferred. Experience Qualifications: Ten years of experience in administration, testing and measurement, student accountability, managing federal and state programs, Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)/Accountability Plans, or related experiences plus leadership in professional learning planning, delivery, and implementation required. Continuous quality improvement experience with leadership and supervision experience and system level K-12 experience preferred. Skills Qualifications: Skills in collaborative leadership of individuals and groups; ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences internally and externally; ability to plan and organize human and financial resources to implement system-level initiatives; ability to lead in the development of appropriate measurements and tools to evaluate student learning of the Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS); knowledge of psychometrics in relation to educational testing programs; ability to lead the development of processes related to providing appropriate and accurate student and school accountability; knowledge of scientifically based research to evaluate technological tools and resources; ability to conduct statistical analysis; knowledge of professional development regarding assessment literacy, assessment equating, scaling, and sample design; and excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills. Primary Responsibilities: Provide executive level leadership, direction, and continuous quality improvement of an effective student accountability support program which accomplishes the mission and strategic vision established by the Board of Education and the CEO/Superintendent. License and Certification Qualifications: Must hold or be eligible for a valid Georgia Educator's Certificate in Educational Leadership and/or Support Personnel License issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Education Qualifications: Master's degree in related field required. Specialist or doctorate degree in related field preferred. Experience Qualifications: Ten years of experience in administration, testing and measurement, student accountability, managing federal and state programs, Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)/Accountability Plans, or related experiences plus leadership in professional learning planning, delivery, and implementation required. Continuous quality improvement experience with leadership and supervision experience and system level K-12 experience preferred. Skills Qualifications: Skills in collaborative leadership of individuals and groups; ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences internally and externally; ability to plan and organize human and financial resources to implement system-level initiatives; ability to lead in the development of appropriate measurements and tools to evaluate student learning of the Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS); knowledge of psychometrics in relation to educational testing programs; ability to lead the development of processes related to providing appropriate and accurate student and school accountability; knowledge of scientifically based research to evaluate technological tools and resources; ability to conduct statistical analysis; knowledge of professional development regarding assessment literacy, assessment equating, scaling, and sample design; and excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills. Primary Responsibilities: Provide executive level leadership, direction, and continuous quality improvement of an effective student accountability support program which accomplishes the mission and strategic vision established by the Board of Education and the CEO/Superintendent. Provide executive level leadership, direction, and continuous quality improvement of an effective student accountability support program which accomplishes the mission and strategic vision established by the Board of Education and the CEO/Superintendent
Essential Job Functions See job description
Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Master's degree in related field required; Specialist or doctorate degree in related field preferred
How to Apply Apply directly to website at http://www.gcpsjobs.org