Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Hours in line with the University schedule
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 12/04/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/02/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 6, 2025. Position will remain open until filled. References of only the finalists will be checked.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
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Position Information

Classification Title Community Services Pro III FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This position provides strategic and visionary leadership in the design, development, and implementation of state- and district-level science assessment and instructional initiatives for the College of Education's K-12 Assessment Solutions unit. The incumbent serves as the senior content expert and strategic partner in advancing large-scale assessment programs that drive instructional improvement and data-informed decision-making. The incumbent also provides cross-disciplinary content leadership, offering expertise and backup support for mathematics assessment initiatives to ensure consistency and capacity across STEM programs.

The role is designed to expand organizational leadership capacity, with the potential to develop into a future co-director leadership position. The incumbent will direct high-impact, multi-district projects, manage and develop internal teams, support staff development, and ensure rigorous scientific integrity and alignment to standards. The position also contributes to strategic planning, client relations, cross-disciplinary coordination, innovation in assessment design, including emerging technologies and three-dimensional science standards, and the delivery of professional learning for internal and external partners.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Background teaching or leading curriculum development for grades 6-12 science.
• Demonstrated expertise in instructional design, curriculum alignment, and standards-based assessment development.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and drive complex educational initiatives.
• Strong project management skills, including data analysis and strategic communication.
• Proven record mentoring, supervising, and managing professional staff.
• Strategic planning and program development expertise.
• Budget management and contract oversight experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee science assessment design across elementary, middle, and high school programs, ensuring both content depth and pedagogical relevance.
• Serve as the lead content authority, ensuring scientific accuracy, upholding precision, rigor, adherence to assessment best practices, and alignment to standards.
• Mentor, coach, and evaluate item writers and reviewers through all phases of item and assessment development, ensuring alignment, validity, and universal design principles.
• Design, lead, and facilitate science-related professional learning for internal teams and external educators.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative, data-driven assessment approaches and instructional resources that strengthen science understanding statewide.
• Provide secondary content leadership and oversight for mathematics assessment development as needed, ensuring consistency in item quality, alignment, and project delivery across STEM disciplines.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, multi-phase assessment and instructional development projects from concept to delivery, including blueprint design, content review, production, development timelines, and quality assurance processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, high-quality products that meet client and program objectives.
• Support budget planning, staff allocation, and client coordination for assessment and instructional projects.
• Identify and implement innovations in assessment design, including technology-enhanced item development, 3-D science task integration, and adaptive testing approaches.
• Cultivate and collaborate with district and state partners to expand K-12 Assessment Solutions' visibility, reach, and long-term impact.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

• Work closely with the co-Directors to gain executive-level leadership experience in strategic planning, fiscal management, and client acquisition.
• Participate in organizational decision-making and growth planning, contributing to client expansion, visioning, and long-term planning.
• Develop leadership and management skills to ensure continuity of leadership, organizational stability, and succession readiness.
• Support professional growth and onboarding of existing and new content staff.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between K-12 Assessment Solutions and district, state, and university stakeholders to promote program visibility and collaboration.
• Develop communication and outreach materials highlighting the impact and innovation of K-12 Assessment Solutions projects.
• Contribute to partnerships with STEM education initiatives, university programs, and professional learning networks.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Tracy Davenport Recruitment Contact Email tracysdavenport@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 888-392-8977

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Why are you interested in this position? What experiences and skills do you have that are a good fit for this position?
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Please describe the attributes that will make you a strong candidate for this position
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * Tell us how you maintain constant performance while under time and work load pressures.
   (Open Ended Question)
4. * Describe a time you contributed to organizational strategy, client outreach, or long-term planning. What was your role, and what impact did your work have?
   (Open Ended Question)
5. * What experience do you have supporting assessment development in science or other STEM disciplines?
   (Open Ended Question)
6. * Describe a science-focused professional learning session you developed and facilitated. What were the goals, key activities, and outcomes?
   (Open Ended Question)
7. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents