Coordinator Of Testing, Assessment, And Accountability

Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams;
contribute to community;
and engage in a lifetime of learning by collecting, managing, and reporting data. The Testing, Assessment, and Accountability Coordinator is responsible for:
managing the data collection process;
managing the data system;
enhancing the process for communicating student outcomes;
and producing custom reports.
Job Summary:
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following essential duties:
Provide Strategic Leadership by:
Aligning function with mission and core values of the organization.
Developing and communicating shared vision for area of responsibility.
Planning and executing continuous improvement processes for area of responsibility.
Provide Performance Leadership by:
Developing staff and/or individual capacity to apply technical/functional expertise for maximum impact.
Recommending for employment, and coordinating hiring for direct reports.
Providing supervision to direct reports, including formative feedback and timely performance evaluations and/or demonstrating attention to quality enhancement by improving efficiencies and effectiveness in recordkeeping, workflow and compliance.
Leading the work of others;
delegating tasks and authority appropriately and/or establishing procedures to guide system and departmental work;
monitoring and demonstrating effective decision-making strategies in order to meet project deadlines.
Demonstrate Management Skills by:
Managing department resources effectively and efficiently.
Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
Applying effective decision-making processes to problems or situations.
Developing a coordinated yearlong schedule of testing events and activities.
Supervising and/or conducting activities associated with the acquisition of materials, production of materials, distribution of tests, collection and management of results, computer analysis;
preparing communicationof and distribution of results in tabular and graphic formats.
Managing district-wide testing and state standardized testing required in support of state accountability legislation, including collaborating with cross-department colleagues to facilitate test administration trainings for school assessment coordinators and creating support systems to ensure successful, accurate, and secure testing environments.
Developing and implementing procedures to assure successful, secure, and timely completion of assessments.
Providing a high level of expertise involving use of testing systems and LMS use.
Evaluating, overseeing, installing and maintaining hardware and software needed to meet departmental and district goals involving standardized test scoring and statistical analysis.
Demonstrate Interpersonal Skills by:
Expressing ideas clearly in speaking and writing and communicatingeffectively in public.
Encouraging frequent, open communication;
maintain accessibility and visibility in the organization;
invite suggestions and feedback.
Perceiving the needs and concerns of others and providing appropriate support;
resolving conflicts;
demonstrating cultural responsiveness.
Demonstrate Professionalism by:
Demonstrating professional demeanor;
maintaining confidentiality;
representing the district in a positive manner;
establishing and maintaining a positive image with sites and community.
Demonstrating commitment to own professional growth.
Inspiring trust by demonstrating competence, reliability, sincerity, and caring;
demonstrating adaptability and flexibility.
Perform other comparable duties as assigned.Assist in various office projects and activities as directed or as part of ongoing duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’ s Degree.
Previous experience in the areaof database management, education research, and student assessment.
Advanced training in computer systems and application software.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include:
High level of professional customer service and human relations skills in assisting, screening, handling and dealing with informational requests of diverse populations.
Performing work assignments requiring attention to detail, precision, and accuracy.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Proficiency in standard productivity software (ACCESS, Word, Excel, and Google).
Ability to adhere to district policies and Minnesota laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to assessments, record keeping, data processing, and data privacy.
Salary:
View salary grids on Pages 3 - 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement-Classification:
L-1a, $78,447 - $90,657
Work schedule:
225 days/year, Full-Time
Bargaining unit:
Management Personnel I-M
Include:
Resume and Reference letter

Osseo Area Schools offers:
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.
Veteran’s Preference:
If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation:
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.