Assessment Project Specialist - DART

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Job Description
Description
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Expected Start Date:
March 14 , 2022 or sooner
FTE:
1.00
Hours per day:
8
Salary Level:
PT-7 $35.28-$44.85 DOE
Union/Days per year:
Professional Technical, 260 work days, 12 month
Benefits:
This job has the full range of benefits offered by **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***..
Additional Information: In accordance with Governor Jay Inslee’s announced Proclamation 21-14.1 on August 18th, 2021, all K-12 school district employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 18th, 2021. Candidates who are extended a conditional offer of employment with **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. will be required to submit proof of vaccination status in compliance with Governor Inslee’s mandate, prior to official hire with the district. Individuals qualifying for a medical and/or religious exemption outlined under the Governor’s directive will be required to provide proof of exemption prior to official hire with the district. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Human Resources will work directly with candidates to finalize proof of compliance with the Governor’s mandate prior to official hire.
Additional Resources and Information:
• Press Release from WA Governor’s Office
• Proclamation by the Governor: COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
• OSPI Vaccination Requirement FAQ
• Vaccine Mandate FAQs
• DOH Vaccine fact sheet
Examples Of Duties
Job Summary
This position coordinates, under the direction of the Director and Assessment and Research, and in collaboration with the Teaching and Learning leadership team, the development and support of TPS comprehensive assessment system, including District, State, College Board, and Classroom-Based Common Assessments; as directed, may provide a series of assessment coaching, training, and professional developments to cultivate a standard-based and equity-focused assessment culture.
Essential Job Functions
1. Aligns District assessment program activities with other departments and district initiatives in direct support of the Continuous Achievement Process (CAP) as well as Tacoma Public School Strategic Plan; facilitates cross-department efforts to create plan, establish process, and build Classroom-Based Common Assessments to support the Whole Child.
2. Leads and collaborates with cross-functional departments to develop Classroom-Based Common Assessment resources, training modules, and communication materials to enhance assessment literacy among all stakeholders; assists in maintaining and posting resources and information on TPS public and district websites, Microsoft365, and other platforms.
3. Conducts job-bedded, ongoing assessment coaching, training, and professional development(s) to support the development of Classroom-Based Common Assessments.
4. Coordinates all phases of assessment projects from planning, execution, troubleshooting, to lessons learned and/or project summary reports; coordinates and negotiates timelines with the vendors, local scoring services, and the District Departments; monitors contract compliance of consultants and/or contracted agencies for the purpose of ensuring a high-quality comprehensive assessment system.
5. Develops, compiles, and maintains procedure manuals for the District-wide assessment program; establishes timelines, prepares for and conducts regularly scheduled meetings and trainings with building staff; provides technical assistance to building principals, school assessment coordinators, and appropriate TPS administrators for student assessments.
6. Prepares and presents assessment summary reports and presentations for building administrators, school assessment coordinators, management team, and Board of Directors; responds to staff and community inquiries regarding student assessments for the purpose of coordinating some aspects of the student assessment program.
7. Assists with the development of a variety of new District assessment materials, including selection of test items, developing test administration manuals, assists in the assessment blueprint development, and preparation of training materials; maintains documentation on assessment development activities for the purpose of assisting in development of assessment materials.
Other Job Duties
1. Maintains and updates knowledge and skills required for success in the position by participating in professional development activities as needed or as assigned.
2. Performs special research and prepares special reports.
3. May provide lead direction for departmental and temporary assessment support staff.
4. Oversees equipment inventory for department.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Assessment Director or assigned Administrator.
Conditions
Office environment; requires prolonged visual concentration and exposure to video display; required to work overtime as needed; experiences frequent interruptions; may be required to attend meetings at various sites.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field, and three years of experience maintaining detailed data and numeric records; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
Allowable Substitution
Additional closely related work experience may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of academic testing principles and practices. Knowledge of detailed records management techniques. Knowledge of student information system.
Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information.
Skill in making presentations. Skill in project management.
Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, relational database, statistical, and specialized assessment software applications.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance.
Ability to perform arithmetical calculations and statistical analyses accurately. Ability to concentrate on detail and be precise.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize work and meet deadlines for multiple projects occurring simultaneously.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi- cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
Ability to operate a computer, associated peripheral and electronic scanning equipment and program related computer scoring software applications.
L icenses/Special Requirements
None
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
D003-22
New description created 1/2022.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description giving consideration to bargaining comment. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2022 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Address
Tacoma
Washington
United States
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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (TPS) is one of the largest districts in Washington State serving approximately 30,000 children in preschool through grade 12. The district has 35 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, 10 high schools and 4 early learning centers. 19 schools are designated as innovative.  TPS has nearly 5,000 employees and is one of the largest employers in Tacoma. 
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