Assessment Specialist

Job Title

Assessment Specialist

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department

Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Assessment Specialist, under general supervision, will work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop fire, hazardous materials, and search and rescue assessment materials such as test banks and skill sheets, to support ESTI’s Pro Board accreditation. The Assessment Specialist will create, review, and maintain all testing documents using established processes to ensure testing documents align with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. This position reports to the Assessment Coordinator.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with five years of related experience or a High School Diploma/GED with seven years of related experience)

• Three years of related experience, which may include interpreting and/or developing technical documents

Required Licenses/Certifications: 

Preferred Qualifications:

• A post-secondary degree in a related field such as education, instructional design, or training and development, or a related field

• Four or more years of related experience, which may include interpreting and/or developing technical documents

• Experience in preparing and maintaining a variety of technical records and files

• Previous experience with testing programs, using testing procedures, incorporating testing methodology, applying cognitive and performance-based measurement techniques, and knowledge of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards

• Creating test questions and skills testing documents in accordance with NFPA or other technical standards

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

• Extended use of a computer/keyboard and standard office equipment

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. with assistance

• Maintain physical conditioning consistent with designing, developing, and deploying testing documents for classroom and online delivery

• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to effectively communicate professionally, both in writing and verbally

• Effective organizational and analytical skills

• Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work with diverse personalities and as a member of a team

• Knowledge of office equipment (e.g., fax machine, copier, computer), database programs, and Microsoft Office)

• Ability to follow standardized business processes

• Ability to travel to and from work assignments

• Ability to coordinate and lead meetings, plan project timelines, and manage multiple detail-oriented projects simultaneously

• Ability to work in a consensus-based decision-making environment

• Ability to prioritize work assignments and organize effectively

• A high level of attention to detail for information and projects

• Ability to follow through on assignments from implementation to completion.

• Ability to manage projects, problem solve and maintain accurate records/files/folders

• Possess time management skills and the ability to multi-task

• Ability to write technical documents and reports and interpret technical information

Equipment: 

• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone, TEAMs application

Notifications: 

• This position is security-sensitive.

• This position may require up to 5% travel for project meetings or business development activities.

• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: 

Coordinates and develops testing documents while collaborating with project stakeholders – 70%:

• Coordinates and lead meetings with programs to include interpreting technical information, planning, developing, and updating testing documents within established guidelines and standards

• Edits, formats, and organizes testing documents to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology

• Creates and maintains all test banks and other testing documents in accordance with certification policies and procedures

• Performs statistical analysis on testing data for high failure rates and test bank maintenance cycles and consult with subject matter experts as necessary

• Prepares testing documents to be submitted for translation into other languages

• Collaborates with programs and subject matter experts to plan and implement testing processes in a way that enhances candidate performance and meets all relevant standards, guidelines, and objectives

• Plans project timelines to include a high level of detailed tracking

• Performs all assignments with a positive team approach, providing customer-friendly service to both internal and external TEEX/ESTI customers

Develops testing materials in accordance with the individual requirements of the project – 15%:

• Works with a bias towards action when designing, developing, and evaluating testing materials

• Ensures alignment exists between testing documents and applicable standards

• Assists with program process improvement initiatives and other related projects as needed

• Investigates and reports anomalies with testing procedures or discrepancies

• Reports assessment-related data as requested to the Program Manager within the specified time frames (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, or as needed)

• Researches regulations, technologies, and emerging trends in student testing and assessment for the purpose of providing additional information and/or recommendation to address a variety of program-related requirements

Performs program administration duties and other responsibilities – 10%:

• Promotes and models the core values of the agency and division

• Maintains student confidentiality

• Promotes a positive working environment that is respectful of others and allows honest feedback with open communication

• Maintains professional and positive interactions when working with coworkers and customers

• Proctors written exams and monitor skills examinations as needed onsite and offsite

• Assists certification staff with processing and auditing of course folders as needed

• Assists with the submission of the Extension of Accreditation (Pro Board), standard edition changes, and other program documentation

• Assists with the development, implementation, and revisions of certification and assessment standard operating procedures

Manages development resources effectively – 5%:

• Monitors project budgets and timelines

• Follows all TEEX guidelines for the protection of intellectual property

• Performs all duties as assigned in a timely manner

Other Duties:

• Performs additional work duties as assigned

• As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/ HQ Department Head

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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