Assistant Director of Assessment Technology

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences•Yakima, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is seeking an Assistant Director of Assessment Technology to oversee the functionality and utilization of assessment technology platforms. This role involves researching, recommending, and implementing new platforms, and providing input on all assessment platform integrations. The Assistant Director will resolve software platform issues, provide training and support for PNWU faculty, students, and staff, and generate reports as needed. A key aspect of this role is to align academic assessment technology needs among all PNWU programs and manage course gradebooks and course/faculty evaluations as assigned. PNWU, a 501(c)(3) non-profit medical institution founded in 2005, aims to increase access to healthcare in underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The University offers multiple health sciences degrees and enrolls over 550 students annually, with a campus of 300 employees spread across a five-state region. Located in Yakima, WA, PNWU offers a vibrant community with access to outdoor recreation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the position
4-6 years of relevant experience
Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
Skill in independent decision making
Skill in installation, repair, and maintenance of network and/or computer hardware, software, and peripherals
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Skill in problem solving
Skill in public speaking
Skill in current and applicable computer programming languages relative to the assignment
Knowledge of computer and network operating systems
Knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques
Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU.

Nice To Haves

NCTA Proctor Certification

Responsibilities

Manages curricular and assessment software programs.
Troubleshoots software issues, adds and removes users, manages permissions, and imports student demographic information.
Plans and implements assessment technology special projects.
Manages Course Gradebooks, as assigned.
Develops and implements software program trainings.
Creates training materials and standard operating procedures.
Provides individual and group support for academic assessment software programs.
Provides internal support for assessment technology needs and supports assessment staff.
Proctors student assessments and manage technical issues that arise during assessments.
Develops recommendations for new and existing software platforms for multiple academic programs.
Researches and recommends software for testing and assessment, assessment reporting, course grade display, student profile display, and programmatic reporting.
Researches and implements software platforms and technology processes to comply with approved accommodation requests.
Collaborates with program leaders and faculty to manage course and faculty evaluations.
Obtains and maintains NCTA Proctor Certification.
Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.