Administrator Office of Assessment
Columbus, OH - USA
Job Summary
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Completion of amasters degree in education public policy business or related fieldand 5 years of experiencein program oversight (supervision) leadership or educational administration which included strategic planning policy analysis and implementation data and financial analysis and managing cross-functional teams.
OR
Completion of a bachelors degree in education public policy business or a related fieldand 10 years of experiencein program oversight (supervision) leadership or educational administration which included strategic planning policy analysis and implementation data and financial analysis and managing cross-functional teams.
AND
Understanding and experience implementing statewide large-scale assessments including alternate assessments and EL assessments
Understanding of basic psychometric principles
Strong project management skills for projects with complex pieces
Experience with budgeting for large contracts projects and grants
Experience developing and implementing policy
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex roles and responsibilities
Systems thinker with creativity and strong problem-solving skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships with and communicate complex messages to a wide variety of stakeholders
Excellent communication interpersonal and team-building skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills particularly related to evaluating educational policy and complex data
Preferred Qualifications:
Political acumen with various stakeholders and constituent groups
Demonstrated ability to foster a positive customer- and employee-focused work environment
Demonstrated ability to support and develop leaders and leadership competencies
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills related to educational policy resource allocation and program design
A strong understanding of Ohios educational policy and landscape
Unwavering belief that all students can learn and achieve success in school
Experience developing and creating professional development aligned to statepolicy implementation
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohios 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.
As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools districts educators students families businesses nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position unless restricted under state or federal law or federal individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The final applicant for this position will be required to submit urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is anEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employerthat values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion creed national or ethnic origin citizenship status age disability veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Office of Human Resources ().
Directs the Office of Assessment in providing leadership and support for schools and districts in the implementation of Ohios assessment system:
Serves as both leader of allcurrentstateassessment work and as a thoughtand policyleaderon the future of state assessment systems;
Collaborates with all relevant offices in DEW to ensure that Ohios assessment system is coherentalignedand modern;
Leads all aspects of statewide K-12 assessment system including:
Fiscal management of assessment contracts ( contractor ACT SAT) and contract monitoring (e.g. vendor relation management deliverables);
Coordination with DAS to develop requests for proposal (RFPs);
Coordination of a variety of tests for multiple purposes (e.g. computer-based test ACT SAT Work Keys Alternative Tests);
Coordination of data files from vendors for use by multipleDEWoffices ( Quality and Governance Accountability Nonpublic Education Options);
Development of assessments to meet career-technical education assessments in coordination with relevant offices;
Knowledge and application of relevant technological innovations in assessment( intest development)
Ensuresassessments and results meet technical requirements (e.g. reliability validity fairness);
Developshigh quality user-friendlytools for stakeholdersincluding educators and familiesto use data from assessment systems
Serves as state lead for the Technical Advisors;
Leads and directs assignments or deliverables forassessmentvendorteams;
Coordinates agency process for list of approved assessments (e.g. diagnostic screeners gifted identification).
Oversees the implementation of professional development and technicalassistanceemphasizing innovative practices to support districts in using assessment information to help students become collegeandcareer ready
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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