AIR’s Employment & Economic Opportunity Program is seeking a Test Development Assistant to provide operational development and coordination support for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) assessment project as well as externally facing assessment and partnership initiatives. This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations but requires availability to participate in meetings across all continental U.S. time zones. This does not include U.S. territories. The position requires availability to participate in meetings across central and eastern U.S. time zones. About AIR Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington Virginia the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all. Responsibilities The responsibilities for the position include Support all stages of assessment development including but not limited to collecting analyzing and reviewing assessment items survey questionnaire items frameworks development documents item statistics content standards and reporting. Participate in the collection collation and analysis of comments on assessment materials from team members clients and multiple constituent groups. Perform user experience reviews of assessment platforms and quality control reviews of content integration into assessment platforms. Observe operational assessment activities including scoring administration and trainings (virtual and in-person local to remote work location). Contribute to the development of presentations and concise written summaries for technical and non-technical audiences. Manage outreach records and follow-up activities for partnerships and client engagements to ensure coordinated and timely engagement. Qualifications Education Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with digital K–12 assessment assessment frameworks and U.S. content standards. Content knowledge in reading or English/language arts science or mathematics including U.S. education standards (e.g. Common Core State Standards Next Generation Science Standards) curricular programs and assessment frameworks. Experience with document review and applying technical standards. One or two years of teaching experience. Experience working on operational assessments is preferred but not required. Skills Effective communication skills especially for technical documentation and summaries with close attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships. Self-starter with a proactive solution‑oriented approach (“go‑getter”) who is comfortable engaging with stakeholders. Proficiency with common productivity and tracking tools (e.g. spreadsheets shared documentation platforms). Disclosures This position is open to U.S. citizens only. Upon hire incumbent will be required to obtain clearance through the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) system. American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law including but not limited to actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture hair type and protective hairstyles such as braid locks and twists) creed color religion alienage or national origin ancestry citizenship status age physical or mental disability medical condition (e.g. cancer) sex gender gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status civil union status pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions genetic information or military or veteran status . AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment. 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Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams. #LI-DP1 #LI-REMOTE AIR’s Total Rewards Program is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States. Anticipated Hourly Rate Range $27 $30 USD