Position Announcement: Deputy Chief, Assessment and Accountability
Requesting Office: Office of Data and Accountability
Closing Date: Open until filled
Number of openings: 1
Location: Washington, DC
Our public school students need your expertise, passion and leadership.
We are looking for highly motivated and skilled talent to join our team at
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). We seek individuals who are
passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a significant
difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals,
teachers, and central office employees.
DCPS serves 45,000 students in the nation’s capital through the efforts of
approximately 4,000 educators in 123 schools. As part of a comprehensive
reform effort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS
intends to have the highest-performing, best paid, most satisfied, and most
honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central office staff
whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and significant
achievement gains for DCPS students.
Deputy Chief Assessment and Accountability (Salary Range: 119,635-131,755
preferred 125,695).
Deputy Chief, Assessments and Accountability is responsible for lead a team
focused on providing high quality data, information and analysis to enable
the sweeping reforms currently underway at the District of Columbia Public
Schools. The Deputy, Assessment and Accountability will serve as the
analytic hub for the district by providing data to support policy and
implementation goals. This individual will lead the development and
dissemination of all achievement related data and oversee and direct all
research, evaluation, analytics and testing activities including all
summative and formative assessment. The Deputy will also coordinate and
guide the district’s use of district performance data to enhance student
achievement and inform instructional planning and decision making
Deputy Chief, Assessments and Accountability reports to the Chief of Data
and Accountability
1. Primary Duties
• Serves as a key member of the Office of Data and Accountability’s
management staff and helps drive the formulation and implementation of
policies and strategies to meet the vision and goals of the Office and of
DCPS
• Overall responsibility for access and reporting of state required data
and information, and managing and facilitating all analytic work related to
achievement data for the district.
• Develops clear, specific, and ambitious performance targets and
evaluates progress of Office programs and initiatives; holds parties
accountable and helps adjust strategy and approach accordingly to achieve
success
• Conducts special studies of extremely complex, difficult, controversial
or sensitive issues; recommends and implements changes in program
operations, resourcing, and approach to resolve obstacles to success
• Provide leadership for the development of a district wide school
performance management system including: vision, goals, program
objectives/strategies/activities, infrastructure, staffing, training,
evaluating, and budgeting. This work includes a school level scorecard and
other school level accountability and performance management activities to
be developed.
• Reviews and analyzes key implications on strategy and operations from
major legislative policy proposals and internal/external reports and data;
develops position papers and briefing documents for the Chief
• Prepares and presents key data analysis Chief of Data and
Accountability for senior management team, summarizing progress and key
points of projects and initiatives and distilling key lessons that will
accelerate the learning curve of DCPS senior leadership
• Drives innovation and best-practice sharing both within the Office of
Data and Accountability, between Offices of DCPS and other key stakeholders
through continuous flow of information and creating opportunities for
collaboration and idea exchange in the form of data/information
• Collaborates and builds strong working relationships with other DCPS
senior managers to develop and implement cross-Office strategies supporting
the Chancellor’s long-term vision of reform
• Attends relevant external meetings and conferences to stay informed
about latest research and trends; represents the perspective and vision of
DCPS and presents specific findings and project results
• Supports and carries out the Chancellor’s mission to transform DC
Public Schools and close the achievement gap
• Direct and oversee all state and district testing operations
• Lead the development of a proposal for additional assessment coverage
across additional grades and subjects
• Direct and oversee all formative testing operations
• Insure security of all state and district testing programs
• Prepare district and school level report analyses for all state and
district tests
• Serve as key liaison to other agencies, including the Office of the
State Superintendent for Education, for all achievement data
• Direct and oversee all state and district testing operations
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Data and
Accountability
2. Major Accountabilities for the Deputy, Assessment and Accountability
Lead and provide strategic direction on the following key activities:
A. Performance Reporting and Analysis
• District level achievement scorecard for all schools
• Access to formative assessment data including item-analysis or other
instructional tools
• Support for data driven activities proceeding at the school level
• Serve as an analytic hub for DCPS by providing high quality achievement
data and analysis to a variety of stakeholders
B. Assessment
• Data analysis
• Test administration – state and district
• State reporting of achievement data
C. Research and Evaluation
• Complete internal and support external research requests for data
• Complete program evaluation for key instructional district initiatives
• Provide support for all external research requests (IRB etc.)
• Facilitate relationships and support work with external researchers
aligned to DCPS priorities target researchers who are interested in our work
D. Professional Development
• Provide analytic support to schools to ensure data is informing
instruction
Key responsibilities for these activities include:
• Drive strategic priorities within each of the core areas outlined above
• Organize staff and resources to support critical activities
• Manage and support all day to day activities across all domains listed
above
• Provide strong process leadership to ensure workflow of core operations
• Provide ongoing strategic guidance to the Chief of Data and
Accountability including possible opportunities for city/district-wide
performance reporting
• Continuous adherence to legal / procurement requirements
• Effective flow of information through well-defined communication plan
and processes
• Conduct status meetings within team
• Provide regular status updates to senior leadership
Key performance indicators
Hard:
• Implementation of initiatives against district goals
• Meeting stated timelines on all initiatives
• Quality of service measurement to district and school stakeholders
Soft:
• Quality of communication with field, team, district leadership
• Quality of team leadership
• Quality of vendor relationships
4. Key Capabilities, Competencies and Qualifications
Overall:
• Knowledge of statistical methods and related understanding testing
criteria
• Ability to develop strategic and operational components of a
performance management system
• Ability to lead organizational change efforts
• Ability to communicate effectively with the educational community
• Ability to manage financial resources
• Bachelor’s Degree; Graduate Degree
Strategic leadership and project management:
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals
• Knowledge of project management principles, best practices, techniques,
and tools
• Analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop
integrated, creative solutions
• Establish priorities
• Organize resources
• Ability to develop overall departmental as well as project budgets and
projections throughout an implementation process/cycle.
• Ability to communicate effectively:
o In English, both written and orally
o In a credible and confident manner at all levels in the organization
o Especially on technical issues to an education audience
• Ability to provide inspirational leadership, and effectively resolve
process blocks & conflicts
5. Personal Qualities of Top Candidates
• Commitment to Equity: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and
ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance,
receives an excellent education.
• Leadership: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite
obstacles and challenging situations.
• Focus on Data-Driven Results: Relentlessly pursues the improvement of
central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and
operations, and is driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student
achievement gains.
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility
and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes
initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions.
• Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts
flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic
transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non-routine
situations.
• Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through
collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to
diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from
others
• Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliver with high
quality under tight deadlines; successfully manages own projects through
strong organization, detailed workplans, and balancing of multiple
priorities.
• Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and
compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms;
anticipates and responds to customer needs in a high-quality and courteous
manner.
To Apply
Please email a current resume and cover letter citing vacancy announcement
to DCPSEmployment@dc.gov. For additional vacancies, visit the DCPS homepage
at www.dcps.dc.gov
Questions
If you have any questions, please email DCPSEmployment@dc.gov.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Start-up Policy Center, University of Colorado at Boulder
Position Type: Professional Research Assistant
Working Title: Associate Director, Project Management and Communications
Start Date: October 1, 2009
Salary Range: $66,000 - 76,000, commensurate with experience
Full/Part Time: Full time
Overview:
A new policy center focused on racial diversity and school success is searching for an expert in communications, strategic planning and administration to serve as the Associate Director for Project Management and Communications of a start-up policy center. The new center will focus on innovative and compelling ways of presenting research to powerfully shape public discourse and imagination about the dual pursuit of educational quality and diversity. The center will be part of the existing Education and the Public Interest Center (EPIC) in the School of Education at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage strategic planning, media relations and strategic communications
efforts.
- Serve as a center representative, and cultivate strategic relationships, with educational
organizations in Colorado and nationwide.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, and serve as media liaison and
point-of-contact for the center.
- Develop press releases and news articles about center activities and goals.
- Arrange interviews and news conferences.
- Develop or improve electronic, print, and multi-media communications.
- Head up internet media outreach efforts.
- Work with outside experts to manage and provide oversight for all website communications.
- Assist in translating policy work for practitioner audiences.
- Develop partnerships with individuals and organizations toward common goals.
- Manage the daily internal operations and assist in managing finances.
- Assist with conference and event planning.
- Assist with grant applications and fundraising (current funding is for 3 years).
- Work collaboratively with doctoral students and center director.
Application Materials: To apply, please submit the following application materials electronically at http://www.jobsatcu.com/ (reference job posting number 808025).
1) A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2) A current resume
3) The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three
professional references (letters not necessary for initial applications).
The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations for this position include a criminal history record check.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage
applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Required Education/Experience/Skills (Minimum
Qualifications)
Minimum Qualifications
- Communications and media skills, including experience working with both traditional and new media
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- MA, PhD, or JD terminal degree
- Strategic planning skills, including experience promoting ideas or products
Desired qualifications Desired Qualifications
- Administrative and strategic planning experience
- Grant application experience
- Organizer experience, preferably community organizing or labor organizing
- Availability to work on site (at CU-Boulder)
- Demonstrated knowledge of new media and education-specific media
- Spanish Fluency
- Experience working with communities of color
Special Instructions to Applicants
These documents are required to be uploaded Resume/Vitae
Cover Letter
List of References
Job Posting Contact Patty McDonald
Job Posting Contact Telephone 303.492.6939
Job Posting Contact Email Pat.Mcdonald@colorado.edu
Job Posting Number 808025
Working Title: Associate Director, Project Management and Communications
Start Date: October 1, 2009
Salary Range: $66,000 - 76,000, commensurate with experience
Full/Part Time: Full time
Overview:
A new policy center focused on racial diversity and school success is searching for an expert in communications, strategic planning and administration to serve as the Associate Director for Project Management and Communications of a start-up policy center. The new center will focus on innovative and compelling ways of presenting research to powerfully shape public discourse and imagination about the dual pursuit of educational quality and diversity. The center will be part of the existing Education and the Public Interest Center (EPIC) in the School of Education at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage strategic planning, media relations and strategic communications
efforts.
- Serve as a center representative, and cultivate strategic relationships, with educational
organizations in Colorado and nationwide.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, and serve as media liaison and
point-of-contact for the center.
- Develop press releases and news articles about center activities and goals.
- Arrange interviews and news conferences.
- Develop or improve electronic, print, and multi-media communications.
- Head up internet media outreach efforts.
- Work with outside experts to manage and provide oversight for all website communications.
- Assist in translating policy work for practitioner audiences.
- Develop partnerships with individuals and organizations toward common goals.
- Manage the daily internal operations and assist in managing finances.
- Assist with conference and event planning.
- Assist with grant applications and fundraising (current funding is for 3 years).
- Work collaboratively with doctoral students and center director.
Application Materials: To apply, please submit the following application materials electronically at http://www.jobsatcu.com/ (reference job posting number 808025).
1) A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2) A current resume
3) The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three
professional references (letters not necessary for initial applications).
The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations for this position include a criminal history record check.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage
applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Required Education/Experience/Skills (Minimum
Qualifications)
Minimum Qualifications
- Communications and media skills, including experience working with both traditional and new media
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- MA, PhD, or JD terminal degree
- Strategic planning skills, including experience promoting ideas or products
Desired qualifications Desired Qualifications
- Administrative and strategic planning experience
- Grant application experience
- Organizer experience, preferably community organizing or labor organizing
- Availability to work on site (at CU-Boulder)
- Demonstrated knowledge of new media and education-specific media
- Spanish Fluency
- Experience working with communities of color
Special Instructions to Applicants
These documents are required to be uploaded Resume/Vitae
Cover Letter
List of References
Job Posting Contact Patty McDonald
Job Posting Contact Telephone 303.492.6939
Job Posting Contact Email Pat.Mcdonald@colorado.edu
Job Posting Number 808025
Thursday, September 3, 2009
SUNY Empire State College
Vacancy Announcement:
Description:
SUNY Empire State College, a recognized leader in innovative higher education for adults, seeks an Accreditation Research Associate. At Empire State College, students design their degree programs individually, and may request credit for college level learning from prior experience. Faculty serve as mentors to students and work with them in one-on-one, small group and residency studies, and online. Empire State College serves a student body of over 18,000 students, enrolled in associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs at more than 40 instructional locations across New York State and through the college’s Center for Distance Learning.
The Accreditation Research Associate serves to enhance the college’s capabilities in institutional research, outcomes assessment and quality review by assisting faculty and administrators with program review and with specialized national accreditation with an initial focus on three programs: Nursing, Teacher Education, and Business. The Accreditation Research Associate is responsible for conducting and supporting analysis and research in collaboration with faculty, administrators, and professional staff to support the accreditation process. Responsibilities include preparing internal and external information requests; communication with staff from accrediting agencies; reading, interpreting, and developing programmatic responses to accreditation standards; and serving as liaison to external constituencies. The Accreditation Research Associate reports to the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Outcomes Assessment and Institutional Research and works collaboratively with a range of academic and administrative staff.
Required:
A Ph.D. in psychology, education or an appropriate social science discipline with substantial experience in data analysis, strong computer skills, and an advanced background in research methods and statistics; higher education experience in institutional research, outcomes assessment, or evaluation research; and strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred:
Experience with the accreditation process by having served on an institutional accreditation committee or as a site visitor, experience with non-traditional institutions serving adults, and experience with Datatel, MS Access, and Lotus Notes; evidence of scholarly productivity through a publications or conference presentation record; experience in the design and analysis of surveys and experience with grant reporting.
Other Info:
SEARCH EXTENDED -
applications accepted until: 09/21/2009
Rank/Salary:
Low $60,000's
Description:
SUNY Empire State College, a recognized leader in innovative higher education for adults, seeks an Accreditation Research Associate. At Empire State College, students design their degree programs individually, and may request credit for college level learning from prior experience. Faculty serve as mentors to students and work with them in one-on-one, small group and residency studies, and online. Empire State College serves a student body of over 18,000 students, enrolled in associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs at more than 40 instructional locations across New York State and through the college’s Center for Distance Learning.
The Accreditation Research Associate serves to enhance the college’s capabilities in institutional research, outcomes assessment and quality review by assisting faculty and administrators with program review and with specialized national accreditation with an initial focus on three programs: Nursing, Teacher Education, and Business. The Accreditation Research Associate is responsible for conducting and supporting analysis and research in collaboration with faculty, administrators, and professional staff to support the accreditation process. Responsibilities include preparing internal and external information requests; communication with staff from accrediting agencies; reading, interpreting, and developing programmatic responses to accreditation standards; and serving as liaison to external constituencies. The Accreditation Research Associate reports to the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Outcomes Assessment and Institutional Research and works collaboratively with a range of academic and administrative staff.
Required:
A Ph.D. in psychology, education or an appropriate social science discipline with substantial experience in data analysis, strong computer skills, and an advanced background in research methods and statistics; higher education experience in institutional research, outcomes assessment, or evaluation research; and strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred:
Experience with the accreditation process by having served on an institutional accreditation committee or as a site visitor, experience with non-traditional institutions serving adults, and experience with Datatel, MS Access, and Lotus Notes; evidence of scholarly productivity through a publications or conference presentation record; experience in the design and analysis of surveys and experience with grant reporting.
Other Info:
SEARCH EXTENDED -
applications accepted until: 09/21/2009
Rank/Salary:
Low $60,000's
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Citizen Schools
DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH & EVALUATION
About Citizen Schools
Citizen Schools partners with middle schools to expand the learning day for low-income children across the country. We mobilize a second shift of afternoon educators, who provide academic support, leadership development, and "apprenticeships"—hands-on projects taught by volunteers from business and civic organizations. At Citizen Schools, students develop the skills, knowledge and beliefs they need to succeed in middle school, advance towards college, and become leaders in their careers and communities.
Citizen Schools’ approach is innovative, rigorous, and evidence-based. Recent research has reported that high attendance and academic success in middle school are critical indicators of high-school graduation and college completion. We work intensively with students to develop their academic and leadership skills, and forge strong partnerships with students’ families, classroom teachers, corporations, and community organizations to create a network of supportive adults in each student’s life. Citizen Schools offers an array of hands-on learning opportunities that make learning relevant, and introduces students to diverse colleges and careers through trips and projects that connect current learning with future opportunities.
Building on thirteen years of programming innovation and results, Citizen Schools is in the midst of a strategic growth plan to scale up its programs to serve almost 7,000 students. We currently operate 44 campuses in seven states (California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina and Texas), serving approximately 4,400 students and engaging 3,400 Citizen Teachers.
Citizen Schools has been recognized as a national model program by the U.S. Department of Education, has been named a national winner of Fast CompanyMagazine’s Social Capitalist Award in 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008, and has been chosen by the Skoll Foundation as a winner of the Skoll Social Entrepreneurship Award.
About the Role
Citizen Schools has developed a nationally respected approach to evaluation and the use of data to drive its program design and practice. We are seeking an experienced evaluator to lead our Resaearch & Evaluation function, with a focus on research design, data analysis , and systems development to support our expanding networks of sites. Successful candidates will possess a command of researcha dn evaluation principles, excellent managerial and communication skills and the capacity to coach and train staff in the use of data for continuous improvement. This role will be based at the Citizen Schools headquarters in Boston, and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
Responsibilities Include:
External Evaluation
• Manage ongoing longitudinal external evaluation of Citizen Schools program and steward relationship with external evaluation firms
• Partner with external evaluation firm(s) to design new research study; manage data collection, collaboration with school districts, and support for annual report production
• Manage new initiative to collect, analyze and report on school- and district-level performance data
• Present data, analysis, conclusions, and represent the perspective of Citizen Schools leadership at meetings and events including external evaluators, current and prospective donors, Board members, and other key external constituents.
Internal Evaluation
• Manage the semi-annual process of data collection and analysis from several key sources (program data, student achievement data, staff surveys, other) to determine key metrics of program success (e.g. attendance, retention, school performance) and organizational success (e.g. staff satisfaction)
• Steward the organizational performance management system, including the Balanced Scorecard, Program Scorecard and monthly Dashboard reporting; manage data collection and reporting
• Execute high-level analytical syntheses of the findings (using MS Excel and SPSS); synthesize, interpret and share findings
• Generate special reports by request from other departments and organizational leaders
• Identify and organize analysis of deeper research questions for Citizen Schools regarding the achievement of our students and the efficacy of the program model and program innovations
• Lead the evolution of systems and procedures for data collection and analysis, including a streamlined approach to semi-annual data collection; manage program database
• Provide Citizen Schools program sites (campuses) with timely, actionable reports that drive program improvement
Organizational Leadership
• Manage National Evaluation Manager and Research Analyst/Data Manager in collecting timely and relevant data from partner sites
• Interpret and present findings compellingly for key Citizen Schools leadership and external constituents including, executive team, board and funders
• Design and lead trainings for staff on implementing evaluation programs and using data to improve outcomes
Qualifications:
All candidates should have demonstrated leadership skills and a passion for education and community – and have the capacity to work collaboratively in a fast moving, highly entrepreneurial organization. Other qualifications include:
Strong relationship management skills and ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies, externally and internally
Experience guiding staff and management in interpretation of results
Experience managing projects, systems and staff
Facility with SPSS (label variables appropriately, understand differences between variables (nominal, interval, ordinal, ratio/scale), code variables, and write syntax in SPSS that runs aggregate data analysis)
Resourcefulness, including the capacity to independently access external resources and training materials
Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation
Ability to model Citizen Schools’ core values: Pride, Joy, Respect, Courage, Teamwork, Perseverance, and Vision
Bachelor’s degree and relevant master’s degree from an accredited college or university required; doctoral degree preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Full benefits include health care, 403B, three weeks vacation, and professional development opportunities.
Next Steps:
Please complete an online application (including cover letter and resume) at www.citizenschools.org/careers. Candidates will be reviewed on an on-going basis.
Citizen Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.
Learn more about our programs, our results, our plans to advance the after-school field, and how to get involved at www.citizenschools.org.
About Citizen Schools
Citizen Schools partners with middle schools to expand the learning day for low-income children across the country. We mobilize a second shift of afternoon educators, who provide academic support, leadership development, and "apprenticeships"—hands-on projects taught by volunteers from business and civic organizations. At Citizen Schools, students develop the skills, knowledge and beliefs they need to succeed in middle school, advance towards college, and become leaders in their careers and communities.
Citizen Schools’ approach is innovative, rigorous, and evidence-based. Recent research has reported that high attendance and academic success in middle school are critical indicators of high-school graduation and college completion. We work intensively with students to develop their academic and leadership skills, and forge strong partnerships with students’ families, classroom teachers, corporations, and community organizations to create a network of supportive adults in each student’s life. Citizen Schools offers an array of hands-on learning opportunities that make learning relevant, and introduces students to diverse colleges and careers through trips and projects that connect current learning with future opportunities.
Building on thirteen years of programming innovation and results, Citizen Schools is in the midst of a strategic growth plan to scale up its programs to serve almost 7,000 students. We currently operate 44 campuses in seven states (California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina and Texas), serving approximately 4,400 students and engaging 3,400 Citizen Teachers.
Citizen Schools has been recognized as a national model program by the U.S. Department of Education, has been named a national winner of Fast CompanyMagazine’s Social Capitalist Award in 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008, and has been chosen by the Skoll Foundation as a winner of the Skoll Social Entrepreneurship Award.
About the Role
Citizen Schools has developed a nationally respected approach to evaluation and the use of data to drive its program design and practice. We are seeking an experienced evaluator to lead our Resaearch & Evaluation function, with a focus on research design, data analysis , and systems development to support our expanding networks of sites. Successful candidates will possess a command of researcha dn evaluation principles, excellent managerial and communication skills and the capacity to coach and train staff in the use of data for continuous improvement. This role will be based at the Citizen Schools headquarters in Boston, and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
Responsibilities Include:
External Evaluation
• Manage ongoing longitudinal external evaluation of Citizen Schools program and steward relationship with external evaluation firms
• Partner with external evaluation firm(s) to design new research study; manage data collection, collaboration with school districts, and support for annual report production
• Manage new initiative to collect, analyze and report on school- and district-level performance data
• Present data, analysis, conclusions, and represent the perspective of Citizen Schools leadership at meetings and events including external evaluators, current and prospective donors, Board members, and other key external constituents.
Internal Evaluation
• Manage the semi-annual process of data collection and analysis from several key sources (program data, student achievement data, staff surveys, other) to determine key metrics of program success (e.g. attendance, retention, school performance) and organizational success (e.g. staff satisfaction)
• Steward the organizational performance management system, including the Balanced Scorecard, Program Scorecard and monthly Dashboard reporting; manage data collection and reporting
• Execute high-level analytical syntheses of the findings (using MS Excel and SPSS); synthesize, interpret and share findings
• Generate special reports by request from other departments and organizational leaders
• Identify and organize analysis of deeper research questions for Citizen Schools regarding the achievement of our students and the efficacy of the program model and program innovations
• Lead the evolution of systems and procedures for data collection and analysis, including a streamlined approach to semi-annual data collection; manage program database
• Provide Citizen Schools program sites (campuses) with timely, actionable reports that drive program improvement
Organizational Leadership
• Manage National Evaluation Manager and Research Analyst/Data Manager in collecting timely and relevant data from partner sites
• Interpret and present findings compellingly for key Citizen Schools leadership and external constituents including, executive team, board and funders
• Design and lead trainings for staff on implementing evaluation programs and using data to improve outcomes
Qualifications:
All candidates should have demonstrated leadership skills and a passion for education and community – and have the capacity to work collaboratively in a fast moving, highly entrepreneurial organization. Other qualifications include:
Strong relationship management skills and ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies, externally and internally
Experience guiding staff and management in interpretation of results
Experience managing projects, systems and staff
Facility with SPSS (label variables appropriately, understand differences between variables (nominal, interval, ordinal, ratio/scale), code variables, and write syntax in SPSS that runs aggregate data analysis)
Resourcefulness, including the capacity to independently access external resources and training materials
Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation
Ability to model Citizen Schools’ core values: Pride, Joy, Respect, Courage, Teamwork, Perseverance, and Vision
Bachelor’s degree and relevant master’s degree from an accredited college or university required; doctoral degree preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Full benefits include health care, 403B, three weeks vacation, and professional development opportunities.
Next Steps:
Please complete an online application (including cover letter and resume) at www.citizenschools.org/careers. Candidates will be reviewed on an on-going basis.
Citizen Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status.
Learn more about our programs, our results, our plans to advance the after-school field, and how to get involved at www.citizenschools.org.
James Madison University
Program Director Assessment & Measurement PhD Program - 0403096
Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies James Madison University
The Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) at James Madison University are seeking an Associate/Full Professor to direct our PhD program in Assessment and Measurement. This innovative program is dedicated to preparing assessment professionals who combine strong training in measurement, extensive applied assessment and measurement skills and experiences, and the knowledge and skills necessary to impact assessment practice and policies.
We are seeking a leader who will oversee the academic and administrative management of the program, mentor faculty and students, advocate for program needs and resources, collaborate and maintain strong relations with other academic programs and units, and continue to increase the visibility of the program. In addition, this individual would teach one course per semester, advise graduate students, contribute to assessment service, and maintain an active program of scholarship. The doctoral program is housed with other programs of distinction in the Department of Graduate Psychology.
CARS is a nationally recognized student outcomes assessment center that provides an excellent environment for training students and conducting research. All program faculty teach and mentor graduate students, and work with interdisciplinary teams on a variety of projects related to the assessment of learning and developmental outcomes of university students. Responsibilities include working with academic programs to develop assessment plans, design tests and rating scales, and process, analyze and report student assessment data. JMU is strongly committed to student outcomes assessment and provides a unique, supportive setting for the development of innovative assessment methods and practices.
This position is a year-round (12-month) tenure-track appointment. Requirements for the position include a doctorate in a relevant field, credentials commensurate with rank, effective organizational and communication skills, and a strong record of scholarship. Experience with assessment and applied educational and/or psychological research is highly desirable.
To apply for this position go to https://JobLink.jmu.edu and reference posting number 0403096. In addition to completing the faculty profile candidates will need to submit (a) a letter of interest stating qualifications for the position, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) copies of selected research publications, and (d) the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin September 14, 2009,and will continue until the position is filled. Salary shall be commensurate with experience.
James Madison University is a state-supported co-educational university located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with a student body of17,000. Additional information may be obtained about the Center for Assessment and Research Studies at http://www.jmu.edu/assessment/, and about the Department of Graduate Psychology and its programs athttp://www.psyc.jmu.edu/gradpsyc/. Queries may be addressed to Lennis Echterling, Search Committee Chair (echterlg@jmu.edu). James Madison University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and especially encourages application from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Christine DeMars, PhD
Center for Assessment & Research Studies
MSC 6806
James Madison University
Harrisonburg VA 22801
demarsce@jmu.edu
540-568-8047
Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies James Madison University
The Department of Graduate Psychology and the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) at James Madison University are seeking an Associate/Full Professor to direct our PhD program in Assessment and Measurement. This innovative program is dedicated to preparing assessment professionals who combine strong training in measurement, extensive applied assessment and measurement skills and experiences, and the knowledge and skills necessary to impact assessment practice and policies.
We are seeking a leader who will oversee the academic and administrative management of the program, mentor faculty and students, advocate for program needs and resources, collaborate and maintain strong relations with other academic programs and units, and continue to increase the visibility of the program. In addition, this individual would teach one course per semester, advise graduate students, contribute to assessment service, and maintain an active program of scholarship. The doctoral program is housed with other programs of distinction in the Department of Graduate Psychology.
CARS is a nationally recognized student outcomes assessment center that provides an excellent environment for training students and conducting research. All program faculty teach and mentor graduate students, and work with interdisciplinary teams on a variety of projects related to the assessment of learning and developmental outcomes of university students. Responsibilities include working with academic programs to develop assessment plans, design tests and rating scales, and process, analyze and report student assessment data. JMU is strongly committed to student outcomes assessment and provides a unique, supportive setting for the development of innovative assessment methods and practices.
This position is a year-round (12-month) tenure-track appointment. Requirements for the position include a doctorate in a relevant field, credentials commensurate with rank, effective organizational and communication skills, and a strong record of scholarship. Experience with assessment and applied educational and/or psychological research is highly desirable.
To apply for this position go to https://JobLink.jmu.edu and reference posting number 0403096. In addition to completing the faculty profile candidates will need to submit (a) a letter of interest stating qualifications for the position, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) copies of selected research publications, and (d) the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin September 14, 2009,and will continue until the position is filled. Salary shall be commensurate with experience.
James Madison University is a state-supported co-educational university located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with a student body of17,000. Additional information may be obtained about the Center for Assessment and Research Studies at http://www.jmu.edu/assessment/, and about the Department of Graduate Psychology and its programs athttp://www.psyc.jmu.edu/gradpsyc/. Queries may be addressed to Lennis Echterling, Search Committee Chair (echterlg@jmu.edu). James Madison University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and especially encourages application from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Christine DeMars, PhD
Center for Assessment & Research Studies
MSC 6806
James Madison University
Harrisonburg VA 22801
demarsce@jmu.edu
540-568-8047
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