The Test Development Manager (TDM) provides broad-based K-12 assessment solutions and is knowledgeable of scholarly aspects of assessment measurement and systems. This team member is an expert in the item/stimulus and test development process for paper and online modalities. The TDM is fluent in assessment literacy and able to discuss, design, and inform assessment solutions. The most successful Test Development Managers have classroom experience and understand how student performance foundations and trends are reflected in assessment design. End-to-end client support will be provided through excellent collaboration with other teams. The Test Development Manager is required to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluating criteria for obtaining results and should be instrumental in the development and implementation of assessment solutions.Duties and Responsibilities:The Test Development Manager will provide leadership throughout the contract life cycle for state-wide content and assessment development.
Provide assessment leadership and client consulting on successful assessment design and content development
Drive long term content development asset planning and execution
Serve as the primary point of contact to the customer and cross-functional teams, vendors and partners for project level content development requirements
Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of State Assessment Standards and Blueprints and how different test designs influence assessment systems to internal teams and client
Apply knowledge of Psychometric principles related to test construction, data review and standard settings to inform development
Ensure item and test specifications adhere to the content and test development procedures needed to implement assessment solutions
Participate in the development and delivery of client educator committee meetings
Establish and foster positive and productive relationships with internal resources, vendors, project partners and external customers
Troubleshoot item and test development technical issues and lead team in mitigating issues for the future
Provide content development risk mitigation and contingency planning
Responsible for helping resolve schedule delivery challenges
Maintain detailed project financial planning and management including labor and NSDC forecasting
Qualifications
Master of Education or equivalent experience preferred. Bachelor's degree required.
A minimum of five years in educational testing and assessment industry experience required. Experience in multi-stage adaptive test designs and alternate assessment experience is highly desired.
A minimum of five years of professional experience managing cross-functional teams required. Must understand team dynamics and foster a positive team environment.
A minimum of five years of professional experience in a client facing role required.
Classroom teaching experience is highly valued
Knowledgeable of education principles, pedagogy and trends, and their connections to assessment
Adaptable to various systems and tools used to manage labor forecast, project financials, project schedule and item bank.
Skilled at forming cohesive, productive, motivated teams by utilizing strong negotiation skills and implementing motivational strategies
Excellent project planning and organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate a variety of different projects and individuals and to adapt to unforeseen and unexpected requests or changes in priorities, are required.
Possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be able to provide solutions to a variety of audiences including extended leadership teams and clients
Skilled at client-relationship management to include scope management, client satisfaction, problem response and resolution, and risk management
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to use time-management and organizational skills to effectively manage multiple and changing priorities for yourself and project team
Demonstrate self-motivated learning and eagerness to seek out trustworthy resources independently
Ability to travel throughout the year and particularly in the summer months
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York State, New York City, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:The minimum full-time salary range is between $80,000 - $95,000.This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.Who we are:At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected] that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTOrganization: Assessment & QualificationsSchedule: FULLTIMEWorkplace Type:Req ID: 18720#location