Assessment Coordinator – Test Results Utilization

Title: Assessment Coordinator – Test Results Utilization

State Role Title: Education Coordinator II

Hiring Range: Average salary $106,000. Commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: www.doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education seeks an Assessment Coordinator – Test Results Utilization to provide leadership in the analysis and interpretation of various educational data. This position will make inferences about areas of strengths and weaknesses for groups of students, schools, and school divisions; will provide in-depth technical assistance to school division staff and Department of Education staff in the interpretation and use of student test data and test administration policies and procedures.
Specific duties include:
• Write, review, and revise communications and documents to inform school divisions of assessment policy and procedures
• Provide prompt, accurate technical assistance by phone or email
• Collaborate with Student Assessment staff to ensure accuracy and consistency of technical assistance provided to school divisions
• Address and resolve test irregularities with consistency and accuracy
• Assign test irregularities to be completed by DOE assessment staff
• Assign and review corrective action plans assigned to schools/school divisions
• Manage the scheduling, development, and VDOE delivery of new DDOT training sessions
• Assist in planning and conducting school division data audits
• Assist in the management and maintenance of the Assessment Committee Application Process System (ACAPS)
• Provide technical assistance and training to school division staff and to Dept of Education staff in the use of assessment data
• Provide leadership in student data and test results utilization

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated skill and experience in analyzing student test data to draw conclusions and make recommendations
• Knowledge of procedures for both paper/pencil and Web-based assessments
• Demonstrated leadership in interpreting and using test data to improve instruction
• Demonstrated ability to design meaningful professional development and present complex information to various audiences using multiple delivery methods (email, web-based instruction, audio conferences, face-to-face meetings, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to the educational community, contractors, and the public regarding highly complex assessment program information
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and focus on data
• Demonstrated ability to interpret policy and procedures to respond to program inquiries
• Considerable experience in managing and monitoring multiple, concurrent tasks effectively
• Considerable knowledge and skill using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Considerable knowledge of large-scale assessment practices, including test administration procedures

Additional Considerations

Graduation from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced degree
• Experience in Web-based test delivery systems and evaluating the functionality of Web-based applications
• Experience in large-scale assessment at either the state or local school division level

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.
Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Virginia Department of Education does not provide sponsorship.

Contact Information

Name: Ernest Barnes

Phone: 804-923-0956

Email: ernest.barnes@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.