What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assessment Manager position at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences?
Description
Recruitment Period: 02/26/2025 - Until Filled
Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Salary Information: Annual Minimum Salary-$39,600-Annual Maximum Salary-$59,400
Hiring Range: $19.04-$23.80
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pro-rated based on hours/week.
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.
The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Arts in Medical Science, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually with plans to develop other programs and/or colleges. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five state region.
PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/.
General Summary:
The Assessment Manager oversees internal and external examination and/or assessment scheduling and reporting, as assigned for each academic program. Works closely with faculty/staff/students to build assessments, maintain gradebooks and provide accurate assessment details. Assists with software setup, training, and troubleshooting related to assessment software systems and serves as the subject matter expert and primary backup for specified assessment-related tasks. This position reports to the Director of Student Assessment.
Essential Job Functions:
• Serves as Chief Proctor and manager for various internal and external examinations and assessments, as assigned. This includes effective communication, scheduling, releasing scores, and working with other departments, as needed.
• Manages course gradebooks, as assigned.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for testing software processes and backs up other team members, as needed.
• Generates reports for all programs, departments or offices throughout the university, as assigned.
• Uploads assessment information to the learning management system and other software systems, as needed.
• Serves as a backup for assessment technology management; understands academic technology processes and can troubleshoot issues, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.
Requirements
Education:
• Required: Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
• Required: 4-6 years
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements; skill in communicating through verbal and written communication, including timeliness, attention to grammar, clarity, and public speaking; strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills; ability to maintain accuracy with a high level of detail; ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances; ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans; ability to manage projects, timelines, and to prioritize and self-direct workflow; ability to maintain a calm and helpful demeanor during stressful situations; ability to schedule activities and/or meetings; ability to use multiple software programs and databases, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Office, Office 365, TrueLearn, Progress IQ, ExamSoft, and Moodle
To ensure full consideration submit:
• A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references
The job announcement above is not the full job description, but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request.
PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary.
Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE):
- Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403b with Roth Option
- Paid Holidays
For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page.
PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.
Salary : $39,600 - $59,400
