Vice President Research & Psychometric Services

Company: Pearson
Location: Hartford
Posted on: January 8, 2022

Job Description:

The VP of Psychometric Services for School Assessment will join the extended School Assessment Leadership team and will report directly to the SVP for Psychometrics and Testing Services in Pearson Assessments & Qualifications. The VP of Psychometric Services provides test construction, research, and delivery services for all Pearson School Assessment. These assessments services include large-scale, high-stakes accountability measures as well as interim/benchmark, formative, and other evaluative measures and support services. The VP of Psychometrics will support the SVP for Psychometrics and Testing Services as well as the School Assessment teams in developing and implementing on-demand and bespoke measurement solutions for a variety of current and future customers. This position offers the opportunity for strategic management, requires an innovative mindset, and provides advancement opportunities. This is a remote position with some travel required. Responsibilities include: Management and professional development of a staff of psychometricians, statistical analysts and researchers/consultants who support assessments for a variety of Pearson's customers Coordination and consultation with School Assessment staff on a frequent basis, and with the client as needed regarding operational, implementation, innovation, and measurement research Provides oversight for psychometric quality across assessment programs and is responsible for delivery of psychometric support which is on-time, error-free, defensible, and efficient Manages budgets and priorities, provides strategic planning and resource optimization, all while supporting and nurturing employees and their growth Responsible for delivering on agreed-upon fiscal and operational plans with a bias toward quality and efficiency Support the SVP for Psychometrics and Testing Services as well as the School Assessment Leadership Team in achieving our goals and initiatives The VP of Psychometric Services may lead or oversee a large-scale assessment program or several smaller assessment programs and will be responsible for managing others who do. The VP of Psychometric Services is responsible for employee hiring and retention, engaging staff in professional development, and leading psychometric staff on project fulfillment and research-related educational assessment. The VP of Psychometric Services will be the "thought leader" for School Assessments and must be innovative, creative, and able to engage with complementary and competing efforts both within and from outside Pearson School Assessments. The VP will maintain an emphasis on establishing relationships with School Assessment partners, inclusive of state department of education leadership, Technical Advisor Committee (TAC) members, and industry partners. The successful employee will attend and present at professional conferences, participate in service projects to the measurement community and will be seen as a resident expert in measurement practice. The anticipated starting salary range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $225-250k. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/ (https://neo.pearson.com/external-link.jspa?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpearsonbenefitsus.com%2F) Qualifications & Skills Minimum 10 years product/service & personnel management experience required, including experience managing digital products and services Experience developing and communicating a vision and strategy for products and services that engage and excite the organization, as well as customers and learners Proven track record of leadership skills; able to inspire and motivate teams around a continuously evolving agenda designed to lead our customers forward Ability to balance strategic thinking/long term opportunities with operational focus Strong learner/educator empathy and ability to translate customer insights into product/service management and implementation strategies Results-oriented professional with strong work ethic Demonstrated success working independently and managing concurrent activities Strong understanding of finances, particularly cost-accounting, is desired Passion for education and learning Ability to manage continuous improvement processes Familiarity with modern and integrated software development and implementation Prefer knowledge of K-12 Assessment market (state, district, and classroom) Understanding of the development of assessment content and ability to work with across functional groups in content development, software engineering and accessibility Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose - to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world's leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com. Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist---company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here:--- http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment is decided 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.

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