Content Developer

Summary :

As a member of the content development team, you will conduct in-person and virtual workshops with subject matter experts (SMEs) to write and review exam items and assemble examinations. You will evaluate test items applying best practices in assessment and statistical performance data. You will also be responsible for managing item banks as well as ensuring that test schedules are developed, maintained and executed.

Location :US -Remote

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a content developer, you will...

• Use proprietary item/exam development and banking software to maintain and manage test content (items) and associated elements throughout the lifecycle for accuracy, quality, validity, style guide adherence and Pearson VUE standards.
• Understand intellectual property confidentiality and security considerations and abide by defined business practices to provide appropriate protection.
• Partner with clients and cross functional teams on multiple exam programs and deliverables, monitoring scope and deadlines and escalating risks when needed. Assist in startup process for new clients.
• Plan and facilitate item and exam development activities with clients and their subject matter experts (SMEs) as per contract and exam needs.
• Evaluate exam program needs using statistical data and other criteria to evaluate items and item bank health.
• Recommend item and exam development activities and contribute to schedule planning.
• Prepare materials, including training. Define and implement item banking tool workflow requirements and facilitate virtual and in-person activities and workshops where SMEs write and review examination items and select items for examinations.
• Assemble examinations within proprietary item development software and perform QC.
• Adhere to established QC processes and guidelines, ensuring accuracy of test content components and item set selection per specs, SME input, psychometric input and scoring parameters.
• Collaborate effectively with members of testing services teams and other cross-functional Pearson teams, providing timely and complete input on reports, documentation, projects, teams, meetings and process improvements.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Create Effective Plans
• Share Information
• Understand and Resolve Issues
• Manage Work Effectively
• Demonstrate Credibility

SCOPE AND IMPACT OF THE JOB

The item and exam building tasks performed in this position have a high impact on the business interests of the company. You will be supported in developing error-free exams with training and resources, assistance from your manager and teammates, and QC activities conducted by the test publishing quality assurance team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Use of phone, PC and keyboard for data input.
• Ability to support work from home office as needed
• Ability to negotiate transportation for off-site meetings and to carry and keep on-person a laptop during transport
• Travel requirement up to 25%

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience as content or test developer, related coursework, or direct applicable experience

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Initiative and troubleshooting
• Passionate about quality and attention to detail (e.g., proofreading)
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadline
• Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn a variety of technical systems and applications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, Share point, OneDrive)

Colorado-based and Remote Roles, AIP eligible:

As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act, Pearson provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Colorado. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of Colorado only, the range of starting pay for this role is $55,000 - $64,000. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/

Please submit a cover letter and resume when completing your application

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Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Req ID: 7992

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