Assessment Operations Assistant

Assessment Operations Assistant
Location: Remote - Flexible within the United States
Travel: Occasional travel; up to 2 times per year
Position is available: Immediately

ABOUT ANET
ANet, or the Achievement Network, is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding educational equity for all students. We work alongside leadership teams to build a shared educational practice by tailoring strategic integration of assessments, coaching, and tools that lead to breakthrough results for students. Individuals who join ANet have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, values driven, and team-oriented organization that is committed to having impact in schools by investing in each other and learning together. We work tirelessly to foster a working environment where the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and identities of our staff members are valued.


OPPORTUNITY
ANet's Assessment Operations Team provides seamless guidance and support to our content specialists so we achieve all Math and English and Language Arts (ELA) production milestones in a timely and accurate manner. We are seeking an Assessment Operations Assistant to assist the Assessment Operations Team with the development, design, and production of standards-based Math and ELA interim assessments to be administered online and on paper. The Assessment Operations Assistant will report to the Manager, Product Operations.


This is a Part Time, fixed-term W2 role, and is anticipated to end by October 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with the Product Operations team on the production, delivery and support of ANet's products:

• Create and revise assessments in ANet's Assessment Creation Tool: select items, complete layout, and adhere to ANet's style guide and assessment design principles
• Create and revise English and/or Spanish assessments in the third-party platform by selecting items, completing layout, and adhering to ANet's style guide and assessment design principles
• Complete quality assurance (QA) testing of ANet's online assessment delivery system (ADS) and its integration with ANet's Assessment Creation Tool
• Implement improvements to items and assessments based on editor and team input

Collaborate on special projects, including, but not limited to:

• Build and review assessments in third-party assessment delivery platforms for major national partnerships
• Support student accommodations with ANet assessments, ensuring all students have an equitable experience
• Support emerging production needs related to assessment creation, posting, and administration

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
In order to be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate the following:

• Minimum 1 year of work experience
• Proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets and Adobe Acrobat
• Thorough, precise and meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong editing skills and understanding of grammar rules
• Comfort learning and using new software, applications, and online platforms
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage projects
• Ability to meet deadlines and balance shifting priorities

All employees are expected to demonstrate continued growth within ANet's competencies.

• Communication: Uses effective written and oral communication with internal staff, teams, and community served; demonstrates empathy and listening
• Expertise in area of focus: Has skills and expertise in area of technical and functional expertise
• Critical thinking and data orientation: consistently identifies, gathers, and applies relevant information to work
• Planning and prioritizing work: breaks down work tasks/projects into process steps and executes them effectively, adjusting course as needed

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

We offer comprehensive benefits to best support our people. Benefits include: medical, dental and vision insurance where ANet pays a portion of the cost of these benefits for employees and their families/domestic partner; generous paid time-off including 10 paid holidays and paid days off between the Christmas and New Year's holidays; paid parental leave; educational expenses reimbursements; flexible spending accounts; professional development; a 401(k) plan with a 4% match; short and long-term disability coverage; and basic life and personal accident insurance.

The pay range for this position is between $17.34 - $25.50 per hour. New hires will start between the range minimum and midpoint ($17.34 - $21.08) based on qualifications assessed during the hiring process, past experience, and internal equity. In order to uphold our commitment to transparent, equitable, competitive, and sustainable compensation, ANet does not negotiate pay.


APPLY
We are now accepting applications for this position. Please submit your application online. Learn more about the application process here. Internal Candidates: If interested, please notify your manager of your interest and submit your application on ANet's Career page.


ANet is committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds and gender identities to apply to our positions.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.