JVA #24-009 Assessment Specialist

About this Position

The position is a staff position located at the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE). This position reports directly to the Dean of Institutional Effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from a U.S. Department of Education recognized accredited institution in Mathematics, Business, Research or other related field plus two (2) years of experience in educational assessment or;
• Master’s Degree from a U.S. Department of Education recognized accredited institution in Mathematics, Business, Research, or related field plustwo (2) years of experience in educational assessment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have experience in Program Review and Outcomes Assessment.
• Must know post-secondary institutions, assessment theory and practices, and qualitative and quantitative measurement techniques.
• Must have a strong computer background including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, preferably Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software applications.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and employees of the college, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks while maintaining composure under stressful conditions.
• Completes and prioritizes tasks accurately and promptly.
• Takes initiative and works both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Must be able to present information clearly and professionally.
• Evidence of commitment to collaboration, and transparency; and
• Evidence of effective collaboration with external stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates in Program Review and Outcomes Assessment (PROA) activities.
• Provides administrative support and be an active member of the Planning, Program Review, and Outcomes Assessment Committee (PROAC).
• Monitors the ongoing progress of assessment and program review activities and provides updates to the Director of OIE and to PROAC.
• Assists with the production of annual reports, including the Annual PROAC Composite Report.
• Assists with accreditation, planning, and budgeting activities related to assessment and program review at the college.
• Assists all programs to develop and implement annual program outcomes assessment and cyclical program review activities and documentation.
• Provides one-on-one assistance to college employees on program outcomes assessment and program review activities, including the required assessment and program review documentation, and on appropriate assessment strategies and use of data for continuous program improvement.
• Provides one-on-one assistance on the use of the college’s digital assessment and reporting tools.
• Manages digital assessment and reporting tools.
• Archives all records of assessment and program review-related activities, including electronic and hard copy documents.
• Provides high-quality internal and external customer service.
• Performs administrative duties and other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions of the Position

Must be able to frequently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. The individual in this position will frequently communicate with students and their colleague(s) in order to exchange information in various situations. Occasionally lifts office products and supplies, weighing up to 10 Ibs.

Work Environment

The Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment may vary. The employee may be tasked to work outdoors in the sun and heat, on or around wet surfaces, and other areas exposed to the elements.

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on the closing date.  Deadlines that fall on a non-business day will be extended to the next business day.
 
Employment application forms are available at the Human Resources Office of the College and a pdf.file can be downloaded from our website: http://www.marianas.edu using Adobe Acrobat. Please submit all application materials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
 
All post-secondary education degrees must be from a U.S. Department of Education recognized and accredited institution. It is our requirement that degrees be from a U.S.-accredited college or university. Foreign degrees may be accepted when accompanied with a credential evaluation report. A listing of authorized evaluation reports can be obtained at the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website at http://www.naces.org/
 
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification (I-9) document form upon hire. Police/court clearance will be required upon job offer.