Nebraska State Government
Psychometrician Lead
SALARY
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LOCATION
Lincoln, NE
JOB TYPE
PERM FULL TIME
JOB NUMBER
60004931
DEPARTMENT
Education, Department of
OPENING DATE
04/24/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
SALARY
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LOCATION
Lincoln, NE
JOB TYPE
PERM FULL TIME
JOB NUMBER
60004931
DEPARTMENT
Education, Department of
OPENING DATE
04/24/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
Description
- The Nebraska Department of Education is hiring a Psychometrician Lead to design and implement internal program evaluations and oversee the collection and use of ongoing assessment data for purposes of continuously improving programs and operations, demonstrating program effectiveness, and meeting accountability requirements.
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BUDGETED SALARY RANGE: $57,204.16 - $84,660.16 This range is based upon available budget funds. The selected candidate's skills, abilities, education, and experience will determine the salary offer within this posted range.
This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act. Examples of Work
- Conceptualizes, plans, develops, coordinates, and obtains funding for assessment and program evaluation to support advanced psychometrics and data science research.
- Develops evaluation plans and protocols based on available resources and required deadlines, ensuring quality control.
- Advises on sampling methodologies and research, develops and adapts data collection tools.
- Analyzes qualitative and quantitative data using multivariate analyses including logistic regression, multiple linear regression, and hierarchical linear modeling.
- Consults with other Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) and program staff on evaluation strategies, data collection, and outcomes.
- Supports training regarding evaluation and research; develops and delivers training as needed.
- Provides technical assistance and guidance regarding educational measurement, psychometric, and statistical analysis activities.
- Writes reports and creates presentations to summarize findings to meet various requirements for assessment and reporting, including state and federal reports.
- Disseminates knowledge through research papers, technical reports, presentations, and seminars that have an impact on the field and Educational Testing Services (ETS).
- Oversees preparation of grant applications; advises and consults with the Commissioner and NDE leadership regarding grant funds; oversees evaluation of grant funded activities.
- Supervises staff ensuring work is completed in a timely manner, conducting performance reviews, approving time-off requests, and other supervisory duties as necessary.
- Possesses a valid driver's license, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:- Represents NDE's position on technical issues to stakeholders, vendors, external boards and panels, professional associations, and other agencies.
- Assists with project development and monitors project budgets.
Extent of Public Contact:
This position requires extensive contact with other NDE staff, school officials, and the general public.Qualifications / Requirements
- REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline (Psychometrics, Statistics, Psychological Measurement, Education Measurement, etc.) and a minimum of three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
PREFERRED: Doctoral degree in a quantitative discipline, such as Statistics, Education Measurement, Psychometrics, Psychological Measurement, Research Methodology, or related field with emphasis on quantitative analysis. Advanced training in psychometric research and statistics. Experience with the development of large-scale test designs and the implementation and maintenance of large-scale assessment systems. Experience working with or in educational systems. Experience supervising and leading team members. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge:
- Modern developments, trends, and theories in education research, evaluation, and assessment.
- Methodologies for research and program evaluation.
- Advanced statistical and data analysis software programs such as SAS, Stata, MPLUS, HLM, LISREL, R, etc.
- Computerized adaptive testing.
- Formats used in written business communications.
- English grammar, spelling, and composition needed for correspondence.
- Computer software necessary to carry out job responsibilities.
- Types and uses of office equipment.
- Office management principles, methods, and procedures.
- Established policies, procedures, practices of the Nebraska Department of Education.
Abilities:- Analyze and interpret assessment results, accountability reports, and educational research and curricular practices.
- Navigate the tensions between theoretical purity and practical constraints in both psychometric and educational research.
- Use statistical analysis to design research studies.
- Analyze district, state, and federal educational measurement programs.
- Plan data collection, reporting, and analysis systems for the evaluation and assessment of education programs.
- Analyze and interpret school and student test results.
- Interpret statute as it applies to assessment and accountability.
- Design assessment systems and procedures to comply with state and federal laws.
- Evaluate program grant applications relating to evaluation, research, and assessment designs and make recommendations accordingly.
- Communicate orally and in writing with agency staff and the public.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Understand, interpret, and apply rules, administrative policies, and program guidelines.
- Operate office equipment necessary to perform the required duties.
- Employer
- Nebraska State Government
- Website
- http://statejobs.nebraska.gov
- Address
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1526 K Street, Suite 100
Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508
- Employer
- Nebraska State Government
- Website
- http://statejobs.nebraska.gov
- Address
-
1526 K Street, Suite 100
Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508
- Psychometrician Lead Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Please select the answer that best describes your level of Education and experience which allows you to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
- * QUESTION 2
- If you selected D in question #1 please describe your level of education and experience which allows you to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
- * QUESTION 3
- Describe your experience with, and knowledge of, State and Federal statutes related to school accountability and statewide summative assessment.
- * QUESTION 4
- Describe your experience and specific skills used when managing multiple large-scale assessment projects, programs, and staff.
- * QUESTION 5
- What skills do you apply when working on and/or leading a team of diverse individuals? Include examples of successful collaboration.
- * QUESTION 6
- In your work as a Psychometrician, what has been your most challenging situation in the past year? How did you handle it?
- * QUESTION 7
- Describe a test design that you've lead or were integral in leading. How did you plan, organize and direct the process?
- QUESTION 8
- Please provide an example of your ability to author original research or technical documentation related to: quantifying assessment quality, IRT/growth models, and/or scaling and equating by attaching it to your application.
- QUESTION 9
- Please provide an example of your ability to represent a technical position of psychometric nature by attaching it to your application.
- QUESTION 10
- Please provide and example of your command and depth of knowledge relating to psychometric methods and procedures relevant for large-scale assessment by attaching it to your application.
- * QUESTION 11
- Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent transportation?
- * QUESTION 12
- Have you ever worked for the Nebraska Department of Education? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, when, and who was your former supervisor?
- * QUESTION 13
- The salary range for this position is $57,204.16 to $84,660.16 per year commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please indicate if this range is acceptable, provide your desired salary and why.
- * QUESTION 14
- When are you available to start a new position?
- * QUESTION 15
- To be given credit, everything you say in these supplemental questions must be documented in the Work Experience or Education sections of the application form. Have you reviewed your application to be sure it contains enough information to support and verify your answers to these questions?
- * Required Question