Test Development Specialist II, Assessment Section, 603128

Description

APPLICANTS MAY BE EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS, TEACHERS AND OTHER QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a limited term temporary appointment. Probationary service credit and tenure are not granted for temporary appointments.

A WRITTEN EXAMINATION/ASSIGNMENT MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO HELP DETERMINE POSSESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES PORTIONS OF THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

Examples of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Test Development & Adm Specialist III, of the Assessment Section, the Test Development Specialist II:

• Test Development- Assists in the development of all phases of the statewide student assessment program and provides technical assistance in creating proposals, contracts and memoranda of agreement. This includes creation of work plans, and task timelines, coordination of tasks and collaboration with contractors, staff members and other state department branches and offices to ensure execution of tasks. Collaborates with staff members, contractors and other state department offices in the creation, review and recruitment of participants for test specifications, item specifications, test format and design, reports and evaluation instruments and blueprints for all statewide student assessment programs.
• Technical Assistance- Provides technical assistance and assists with preparation of work plans and reports in compliance with all relevant federal and state requirements to school, complex and district personnel in the development, administration, communication and use of assessments instruments and data. Arranges or assists in conducting workshops and trainings in testing for schools, complexes and districts, stakeholder groups as well as making presentations.
• Test Coordination- 1. Coordinate the administration of various assessments throughout the state, including assisting the district and complexes in coordinating training among school administrators, curriculum coordinators, test coordinators and technical support staff. 2. Coordinate the item content and bias review committees, and the formatting, pilot testing, field test analysis, and creation of final test forms. 3. Prepare project plans for selecting and implementing student assessment technical quality and information assurance programs, determine project resource requirements, workflow charts and work schedules.
• Assists in the development, administration and compilation of responses of oral and written survey instruments and the statistical analysis of data gathered from their administration. Serves on task forces and committees related to the development, procurement, use analysis or interpretation of tests, surveys, and evaluation and accountability systems related to the department’s assessment programs.
• Assists in the preparation of special reports and testimonies in response to request from the legislature, Governor, Board of Education, and other agencies and individuals. Assists with monitoring and maintaining the budget for the statewide student assessment programs to ensure appropriate fiscal controls and requirements are followed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education with specialization in educational psychology, or with specialization in any other field of education, which included coursework in research and statistics in education, measurement and evaluation.

Desired Education : Specialization in educational curriculum and/or assessments.

Experience: Six (6) years of responsible professional work experience in education, of which four (4) years shall have been in teaching, and two (2) years in educational testing and measurements.

Pilot Substitution: The four (4) years in teaching may be fulfilled by experience at any level of education - early childhood, K-12, or higher education - and can be substituted with three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in program planning, research, analysis, educational testing, or measurement or two (2) years as a teacher and one (1) year as an educational administrator in a leadership role (e.g., principal, vice, principal, complex area leader). Desirable Experience: Experience as an English Language Arts content specialist and demonstrating ability to understand and implement the state's ELA/Literacy content standards.

Combined Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.

Knowledge: Foundations of curriculum and instruction; instructional media and computers; foundations of American education; tests and measurements; principles of learning and individual differences; educational statistics; theory of measurement and evaluation; research and test developments, trends and current issues or problems pertinent to the areas of assignment; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment.

Desired Knowledge : Knowledge of test development and psychometrics.

Ability to: Provide leadership, planning and coordination in the area or areas of assignment; develop and analyze competency-based measures and tests; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate a computer and other business machines; maintain awareness of developments in educational tests and measurement.

Desired Ability to : Assess competency-based measures and evaluate plans, programs and procedures; use tools, equipment, instruments or devices appropriate to the areas of assignment; maintain awareness of curriculum or program areas.

Supplemental Information

SALARY RANGE: EOSR-7, $110,136 to $155,904.

Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

All others will be placed on the first step of $110,136.

WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.

POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month.

HOW TO APPLY: All materials submitted become the property of the Hawaii Department of Education and will not be returned to applicant.

Visit the Hawaii Department of Education career page, listed below. Click on the title of the position you are interested in and click on the green APPLY button in the top righthand corner. Provide all relevant information for consideration including but not limited to your education, work experience, and certificates. It is optional to include a "Personal Statement" of what you can contribute to this specific position.

http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiipublicschools

Official transcripts (if not on file) must be submitted at the time of an official offer of employment. Transcripts may be sent by U.S. mail to the Office of Talent Management/EO Recruitment, P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, HI 96804.

After you submit your online application, you will receive a system generated email acknowledging receipt of your application.

EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT: Article 11, Appointments, paragraphs A2b and A2c- "All vacancies for State and District level educational officer positions shall be advertised for twenty (20) days prior to selection. Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure."

APPROVED:

Sean Bacon

Assistant Superintendent

Office of Talent Management

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
  
  

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

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INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION:

Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?

• Yes
• No
  
  

Required Question