Assessment Specialist (00097)
Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
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Job Summary
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Bachelors degree in education assessment measurement data science or a related field.
Three (3) years of science instruction in a K-12 classroom experience.
Five (5) years of professional experience in K12 education or assessment.
Preferred Experience
Masters degree in education leadership assessment or a related field.
Experience working with large-scale assessment systems at the district state or consortium level.
Experience with federal education programs or accountability systems.
Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.
OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
This position is in the TRS retirement system.
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To be considered for this position you must reside in Montana.
Why you would enjoy working here; Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200 unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPIs purpose with applicable knowledge in education health research and analysis nutrition finance administration human resources licensing and regulation information technology and many others. We are proud to serve 149000 students pre-K to grade 12 their parents and guardians 400 school districts 16000 educational professionals and 3000 adult learners.
Benefits of working for OPI:
Work/life balance
Family friendly
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation sick leave and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Job Overview: The Science Assessment Specialist is the primary liaison between Montana schools and state and federal science assessment requirements. Reporting to the Director of Assessment this role provides training technical assistance and resources to ensure effective administration of statewide science assessments and appropriate use of results within the Montana Comprehensive Assessment System (MontCAS). This position has no supervisory duties.
The science assessments supported by this position include:
Montana Science Assessment (grades 5 and 8)
ACT with Writing science (grade 11)
MAST Science Pilot
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):
Knowledge of assessment policies and practices that ensure technical quality validity reliability and proper use of results.
Knowledge of federal and state laws including FERPA related to assessment accountability and studentlevel data management.
Knowledge of educational administration principles program management and organizational operations.
Skill in data analysis interpretation and communication of implications for varied audiences.
Skill in organizing and managing multiple projects timelines contracts and assessment deliverables.
Skill in developing and delivering professional development and communications to the field.
Ability to plan oversee and evaluate statewide assessment programs and processes.
Ability to interpret and apply federal and state laws regulations and policies.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse professionals and stakeholder groups.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to evaluate program materials test items and assessment specifications for quality and alignment.
Ability to manage data privacy confidentiality requirements and secure data practices.
Ability to navigate political and educational environments when presenting data or explaining assessment issues.
Ability to access retrieve and synthesize information from educational databases and national clearinghouses.
Required Experience:
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About Company
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