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Staff Specialist, Assessment (Miami-Dade Public Schools)

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

1. JOB TITLE: Staff Specialist, Assessment
2. DEPARTMENT: Assessment, Research, and Data Analysis
3. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director, Program Evaluation
4. PAY GRADE: 42
5. JOB CODE: 0077
6. BARGAINING UNIT: 8
7. POSITION AUTHORIZED: Board Item C-4, January 8, 1986
8. DATE OF LAST REVISION: Board Item K-35, August 25, 1999

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

Performs complex research and evaluation studies, and interprets/reports results.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

1. Designs and/or assists in designing instrumentation, methods, and related procedures appropriate to evaluation studies or other related research.

2. Acquires and analyzes outcome data at the school and District level for program evaluations or other research projects; reports conclusions.

3. Formulates behavioral objectives which are amenable to accepted testing or evaluation procedures, and writes reports on research projects.

4. Conducts an on-going assessment of selected projects’ components to determine if the project goals, objectives, activities, and/or guidelines are continually being achieved.

5. Meets with District, region, and school level personnel to plan evaluation procedures, and to report evaluation study results.

6. Coordinates the acquisition of external consultants for specific evaluation projects.

7. Assists with the review and/or development of evaluation plans for the grant proposals of other offices.

8. Develops and/or assists in the development of plans for selected District-wide evaluation/ research studies.

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Job Code 0074

9. Assists in the assessment and reporting of the status of accomplishments re: school and District level goals and objectives.

10. Assists in the analysis and interpretation of student assessment results re: District- wide efforts to improve student achievement.

11. Performs other duties related to the general administrative responsibilities of the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This work requires the following physical activities: sitting, mobility, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed primarily indoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Master’s degree with specialization in educational research and measurement, or related field.

2. Three (3) years experience in educational evaluation/testing/assessment.

3. Knowledge of measurement and research methodology, applied statistics and computer applications.

4. Application experience in the areas of test scoring, test data analysis, item analysis, and the interpretation and application of test results.

5. Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with staff and with multi-ethnic groups of students, teachers and parents as evidenced by training and job related experience.

6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Two Job Announcements from FLVS

Job Title: TEST AND MEASUREMENT ANALYST
Application Deadline: July 15, 2016
Employment Status: Full-Time
Annual Salary: $50,163 – $80, 696 – Salary Range
Location: Remote
FULL-TIME, YEAR-ROUND FLORIDA RESIDENTS ONLY, PLEASE
The Position:
POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Test and Measurement Analyst assists with educational tests and measurements, psychometric analysis, test
construction, data management, analysis, and reporting strategies. The Test and Measurement Analyst assists with
assessment design, including application of appropriate statistical procedures, data analysis, and interpretation of results.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Licensure/Certification:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics, Assessment, Quantitative Methods, Educational
Measurements or related fields; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Master’s Degree, preferred
Experience:
• Three years of experience in research, test development or any other related experience
FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the
basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason
prohibited by law.

Job Title: MANAGER, PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS AND DATA SCIENCE
Application Deadline: July 15, 2016
Employment Status:
Annual Salary:
Location:
Full-Time
$55,366 – $93,322 – Salary Range
Remote
FULL-TIME, YEAR-ROUND FLORIDA RESIDENTS ONLY, PLEASE
TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR CAREER WEBSITE: CAREERS.FLVS.NET
The Position:
POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Manager, Predictive Analytics and Data Science is responsible for advancing our data and analytics
systems and collaborating with Instructional Technology in master data management and defining Big Data
and Statistical Modeling.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Licensure/Certification:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics, Mathematics, Assessment,
Quantitative Methods, Educational Measurements or closed related fields; or equivalent
combination of education and relevant experience
 Master’s Degree, preferred
Experience:
 Three years’ experience in data analytics
FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the
basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason
prohibited by law.

Positions Available in Polk County

Senior Coordinator, Student Learning Evaluation

Salary range: $71,981 – $87,830

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise district, state, and national assessments
  • Develop and present reports of assessment data to district leadership
  • Work with identified struggling schools to help plan, schedule, and administer assessments effectively
  • Conduct training and professional development

 

Senior Coordinator, Assessment

Salary range: $56,115 – $90,471

  • Supervise district assessments
  • Work with curriculum team to assist with creation and development of assessments
  • Work with schools to assist with administration of district assessments
  • Perform training of schools on district assessment administration

 

Both positions are non-instructional, professional/technical.  Apply online at http://www.polk-fl.net/employment/default.htm.  Send resume and cover letter to Heather Wright at heather.wright@polk-fl.net

Lou Frey Institute at the University of Central Florida

The Lou Frey Institute at the University of Central Florida is recruiting a research analyst who will work on a variety of projects including the Partnership for Civic Learning. The Partnership works with the Florida Department of Education, school districts, and university researchers to develop and test school- and district-based continuous improvement programs in civic learning. This is a one-year position with the possibility of longer-term funding. Appointment as a post-doctoral fellow may be possible, as appropriate.
The Research Analyst will provide support to the Institute’s Lead Analyst and may also work independently on selected projects. Major roles include data collection and management, data analysis, and preparing and disseminating summary reports. The selected candidate will be detail oriented and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills; have experience in quantitative data analysis and familiarity with statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS); have some experience working with Census Bureau data; excellent communication skills; and demonstrated skill in writing technical reports and papers. A working knowledge of Florida’s K-12 testing & accountability system is highly desirable. Some background social studies and civics is desirable, but not essential. Experience with qualitative field research design is also desirable, but not a requirement.
A Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization is strongly preferred.
Applications should include a letter of application, a CV or resume, a writing sample and names and contact information for three professional references. Applications may be submitted at http://www.jobswithucf.com/postings/45292  by May 12, 2014.
Complete Job Description:    http://www.jobswithucf.com/postings/45292

Pinellas County Schools

Pinellas County Schools has a Senior Coordinator, Evaluation (Title I) grant funded position in the Research, Evaluation, and Accountability department.
Reports to: Director, Title I
Complete Job Description: 
Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree from an accrediting college or university and three (3) years of progressively responsible-related professional experience. Experience in evaluation/research design and implementation of projects of varied focus and complexity.
  • Demonstrated competencies and skills in technical writing. Working knowledge of statistical procedures and of state, regional, and national research studies; trends; and results pertaining to assessment. Knowledge and experience utilizing Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS),Statistical Analyses System (SAS), Excel, and other statistical software.
PREFERRED: Five years relevant experience, with three years’ experience in Pinellas County Schools

Salary: 
  • Professional/Technical/Supervisory Position; Pay Grade: E07; 12-month position; Annual Salary: $70,732
Applicants outside the school system:
Please complete an online application at www.PBSB.org submit your resume and personal statement highlighting your qualifications, as they specifically relate to the qualifications for this position; and a copy of your most recent appraisal or most recent evaluation to
adminapps@pcsb.org by fax to 727-588-5198 by mail to 301 – 4th Street S.W. Largo, Florida 33770, attention Raquel Perez-Russo, by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2016.

School Board Employees:
Please submit your resume, personal statement highlighting your qualifications, as they specifically relate to the qualifications for this position, and a copy of your most recent appraisal or most recent evaluation to adminapps@pcsb.org by fax to 727-588-5198, by mail to 301 – 4th Street S.W. Largo, Florida 33770, or by pony attention Raquel Perez-Russo,by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. 

In order to be considered for this position, all documents listed must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.

NOTE:  Candidates may be screened by position, preference statement, evaluations, seniority, and/or specific needs of the job.  Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
Pinellas County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
OEO/VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Posted 3/8/16