Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge Test Editor - Human Resources Research Organization

Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge Test Editor

About the Organization

HumRRO is a nationally recognized nonprofit leader in applied research, evaluation, and analytics in the arenas of employment, student, and military testing, and professional credentialing and licensing. We are dedicated to measuring human capabilities and advancing assessment science and practice, working with clients in federal and state government agencies, private sector organizations, and professional associations. Our employees enjoy a highly collaborative and supportive environment that fosters innovation, ethical practice, and outstanding customer service. HumRRO offers competitive salaries, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, flexible work options, annual professional development support, and an enriching work environment.

About the Job

The candidate will be part of a small team developing multiple-choice test questions for a computer-based national assessment in the scientific subject area related to mechanical and physical principles, electricity, and electronics.

If you enjoy thinking critically about how best to assess aptitude related to mechanical and physical principles, electricity, and electronics, then we encourage you to apply to be a part of our team. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of how to measure knowledge of these concepts and principles via effective item construction using established industry best practices in assessment and item construction. The position requires 25-30 hours of work per week on test question development, editing, and review. Must work a minimum of 25 hours per week.

• Establish and fulfill a development schedule to meet deliverable due dates.
• Synthesize and deliver constructive feedback on test question quality and science accuracy to writers and editors to support skill development and improve quality of assignment submissions.
• Review and content edit test questions for accuracy, absence of bias/sensitivity, and adherence to blueprint specifications and best practices in measurement.
• Review and edit for grammar, punctuation, syntax, style, and format.
• Within a proprietary online item banking platform, update and maintain content and meta-data.
• Coordinate with graphic artists to develop and review accuracy and format of images accompanying test questions.
• Schedule and coordinate work of an independent content reviewer.
• Implement feedback from the client to achieve final approval.
• Prepare monthly summary reports to monitor progress toward goals and adherence to test specifications.
• Perform other test development support duties as required.

Requirements and Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in any science field required, electrical or mechanical engineering degree highly desired.
• At least two years of middle/high school science teaching, tutoring, or curriculum development experience preferred.
• Experience writing and editing multiple-choice test questions for a large-scale educational assessment program highly desired.
• Proven ability to work independently, follow standard operating procedures, and manage task completion within time constraints.
• Must be proficient in MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other relevant applications (SharePoint, Teams).
• Must have outstanding written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to research, source, and verify factual information using credible online and other sources.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective relationships with subject-matter experts, colleagues, and clients.

U.S. citizenship is required for this position based on government contract requirements.

The position will be located at a HumRRO office in one of the following cities: Alexandria, VA; Louisville, KY; Monterey, CA; Minneapolis, MN; or San Diego, CA. We offer a hybrid work policy that allows for part-time telework.

All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, medical condition, or disability. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Named one of "50 Great Places to Work" by Washingtonian magazine, 2019, and one of the "Top Workplaces" by The Washington Post for 2020 and 2021