Aptitude Consultant

We are a local branch of the The Johnson O’Connor Research Foundation, a national, non-profit career guidance and research organization, who are dedicated to helping people of all ages (from high school to retirement) learn about their natural talents to discover work that is both satisfying and a natural fit. We have a full-time job opening for a professional candidate to begin immediately.

The Role

An aptitude consultant administers hands-on, timed tests and explains the results to clients to help with educational and career planning. This position is a combination of test administration, results analysis, counseling/consulting work, clerical work, and general office management, and it requires accurate attention to detail in scoring and timing tests, in addition to articulate explanation of career-oriented information. The ideal candidate also must be able handle their own office support work: scoring tests, entering data, scheduling appointments, responding to telephone and e-mail inquiries, and more. The majority of the work is done on-site, though after the training period concludes, there will be some flexibility in your schedule and the possibility for partial work-from-home.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Administering aptitude tests using a standardized script and hands-on props, many of which are timed;
• Meeting with clients and sometimes their family following testing to explain the results and consult with them on career paths;
• Scoring tests and entering information into a database quickly and accurately; and
• Answering phone calls and emails with questions from potential clients and scheduling appointments.

No sales or solicitation is involved with this position. Our clients come to us usually by word-of-mouth referrals because they want to learn more about themselves in order to find rewarding work. We deal with high school/college students and adults looking for career and educational advice

Many clients find this knowledge to be life-changing for them! We therefore need people who are comfortable discussing issues of importance with clarity, positivity, patience, and respect.

The Environment

This is a very small work environment. While you will be working with only a few other people in the particular office, you will be interacting with new clients every day. There are also ways to connect to colleagues in other offices and the occasional opportunity to travel.

Our national organization is committed to the well-being of its employees. Our regular week is 9-5 while training, with some flexibility upon completion of training. We fully support staff enjoying life outside of work, leaving your evenings and weekends free for your own time.

We provide full training of the specifics of our testing program. You bring a broad background of interests and knowledge evidenced by a strong vocabulary and a measurable ability to process numeric information quickly.

The starting salary is $54,000. We offer paid vacation, sick days, and generous full benefits (health/dental/vision insurance and a 403b retirement plan). We are in Old Town, Alexandria.

This is a client-facing role and proof of COVID vaccination (or valid medical or religious exception) will be required.

About You

We are looking for intellectually curious individuals who are well informed about the myriad career opportunities and possibilities. Because the focus of our research is on careers, we require at least a bachelor's degree and some previous professional experience.

Although this position does not require a psychological background per se, degrees and/or experience in psychology, career and educational counseling, anthropology, sociology, statistics/analytics, or higher education is a plus.

We are looking for analytical quick-thinkers who can handle daily responsibilities while simultaneously driven to accomplish meaningful work. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in giving presentations and learning about new occupations and job opportunities while adhering to strict measurement accuracy.

You are conscientious, showing care for both your team members (punctual, reliable, eager to help wherever needed) and for quality of services provided (minimizing mistakes, following research protocols, and presenting test results positively).

You are comfortable moving quickly through testing, scoring, paperwork and counseling within set time frames. You can take in, synthesize, and interpret information quickly.

How to Apply

Please no calls, emails, or office visits. We will only consider candidates who submit both a resume and cover letter and apply through Bamboo (via this link: https://jocrf.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=53).

Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment upon any basis, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, the Foundation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alexandria, VA 22314