Education Research and Evaluation Consultant at California Department of Education
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This is a reposting. If you previously submitted an application for this position, you do not need to reapply.
DUTIES:
Under the direction of the Education Research and Evaluation Administrator I of the English Language Proficiency and Spanish Assessments Office, and working cooperatively with program offices and managers throughout the California Department of Education, the Education Research and Evaluation Consultant independently performs sensitive and complex tasks as a technical consultant for the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) and California Spanish Assessment (CSA). Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Research a variety of assessment strategies and designs to evaluate and enhance the reliability, validity, and utility of test items and test forms for the general and alternate ELPAC and CSA.
• Participate in the design of research and special studies, monitor longitudinal analyses of test results required for improving test forms, and evaluate other aspects of the assessment system design.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of various methods to report results.
• Serve as a program liaison and technical monitor of the work of contractors responsible for assessment development and administration related to the general and alternate ELPAC and CSA.
• Serve as a liaison with individuals and organizations responsible for local testing programs, including county offices of education, school districts, and nationally recognized assessment experts.
• Develop comprehensive requests for contracted assessments, evaluations, or research studies in compliance with applicable state contracting laws and regulations.
• Interpret state and federal statutes regarding assessment and report on implications to management.
• Communicate in writing and orally with members of the public and school district personnel.
• Coordinate and provide assessment guidance to school district staff implementing the state’s general and alternate ELP assessments regarding test administration, reporting, and program evaluation.
• Prepare documents about the state’s general and alternate ELPAC and CSA including, but not limited to, State Board of Education items, and responses to requests for information independently or in collaboration with professional experts in measurement, testing, statistics, accountability, English learner programs, special education, including students with the most significant disabilities, and other programs.
• Coordinate the development of specifications for statistical analyses and reporting, and analyze and interpret data and provide reports to management and other stakeholders.
• Oversee training provided by contractors and assist district test coordinators with the analysis of data discrepancies, test results interpretation, and reporting guidelines to ensure data is complete and accurate in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Participate on assigned committees or work groups related to the statewide pupil assessment system.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills and organizational habits
• Knowledge of California Department of Education policies and procedures
• Strong computer skills in the use of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse groups of interest holders in kindergarten through twelfth grade education
CONTACT:
Lori Hanks
(916) 319-0802
lhanks@cde.ca.gov
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications - A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Examination Information Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education) Education Research and Evaluation Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2ED4B Education Research and Evaluation Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2ED3B NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications - A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Examination Information Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education) Education Research and Evaluation Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2ED4B Education Research and Evaluation Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2ED3B NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814