Consultant - Assessment Production Specialist

3 years

3 - 4 Lacs

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Job Description

Date: 7 Aug 2025

Location: Hyderabad, IN

Company: firstsourc

POSITION INFORMATION

Position Title: Assessment Production Specialist, India

POSITION SUMMARY (the reasons the position exists; a summary of what the is position is responsible for):

The Assessment Production Specialist is responsible for supporting both Test Development and Test Production processes. These processes include reviewing and revising test questions; assembling tests or pools of items; managing logistics with outside item writers and AI content generation tools; and ensuring all processes are efficient and aligned with subject-area standards, including Accessible content authoring guidelines and Editorial guidelines and features. The Assessment Production Specialist works independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality assessments.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (indicate 5-10 key responsibilities/tasks that effectively describe the position; List from most important to least important):

Test Development and Assembly:
  • Review and revise test questions aligned to current subject-area standards, including application of AI and automation tools for content creation and review.
  • Assist in developing and assembling tests or pools of items to meet specifications.
  • Use test assembly software to assist in the creation of tests.
  • Assist in adaptation and creation of accessible digital and paper-based assessments according to accessible content guidelines.
  • Conduct basic editorial reviews and revisions of content to conform to prescribed styles.
Logistics and Coordination:
  • Manage recruitment and logistics of Outside Item Writers (OIWs) and reviewers, including drafting correspondence, following up, and completing paperwork and payments.
  • Assist in making assignments to OIWs and monitor the completion of their work according to schedule and specifications.
  • Coordinate and apply use of automated content generation and review tools.
  • Track the status of items, graphics, accessible item features, copyrights, stimulus material, and operational forms.
  • Prepare and monitor schedules for producing tests and related deliverables utilizing project management software.
  • Assist with planning activities for external development committee meetings, including scheduling training and coordinating the preparation and shipping of materials.
Item Management and Evaluation:
  • Enter items into and create packages in the item banking system, applying manual and automated (AI) approaches.
  • Evaluate item pools considering test specifications and manage related aspects of the test development process, such as inventory and workflow management.
  • Manage follow-up activities from Preliminary Item Analysis (PIA) or Problem Item Notification (PIN) to ensure all actions on items are completed.
Quality and Process Improvement:
  • Implement process improvements and automations to achieve shorter cycle times, reduced costs, greater customer satisfaction, and quality maintenance.
  • Investigate and resolve software or process issues, summarizing essential facts, and proposing solutions.
Communication and Liaison:
  • Communicate with the organisation’s staff, vendors, and clients regarding schedules, key due dates, and deliverables.
  • Serve as program liaison to business units and clients, providing advice, interpreting program guidelines, and attending meetings as requested.
Training and Mentorship:
  • Mentor and train other staff as necessary in the use of item banking systems and test creation processes and tools.
Research and Reporting:
  • Monitor, research, and respond to candidate inquiries, coordinating efforts as needed.
  • Assist in preparing test-related materials for publications, such as descriptive or instructional brochures.
  • Collect and update information on test development procedures, test specifications, and educational practices and trends.
Budget and Expense Management:
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets, including cost and staffing estimates.
  • Monitor project expenses and revise monthly forecasts.

  • Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS


  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and experience working with internal and external customers.
  • Strong technical skills and ability to learn and use new technologies.
  • Ability to utilize project management software and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Knowledge of test creation software and test development processes is preferred.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience in managing logistics and coordinating with external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in using workflow management tools and item banking systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - (technical knowledge, skills and abilities an employee needs to successfully perform the position level; please distinguish between “required” and “preferred”)

  • An associate degree is required. A bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in program coordination, administration, operational or technical activities is required.
  • Advanced level skills with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

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