Temporary Composition Specialist, Test Development

Data Recognition Corporation • Maple Grove, MN

2d • Remote

About The Position

DRC is one of the largest educational assessment and curriculum/instruction companies in the industry. A comprehensive overview of the responsibilities and expectations for the temporary Composition Specialist position reporting directly to the Manager of Media and Composition, based in DRC’s corporate office in Maple Grove Minnesota. This position will last approximately 6 months. Remote candidates will be considered.

DRC is one of the largest educational assessment and curriculum/instruction companies in the industry. This position will report directly to the Director of Media and Composition as a part of the Media and Composition group. A Composition Specialist is responsible for building and formatting text for the Test Development teams. This position will be working with a team of graphic illustrators and collaborate with various educational content groups to apply business requirements and build efficient test materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a technical field or relevant professional experience
• Advanced computer skills with excellent knowledge of Windows 11, experience with proprietary databases and/or software a plus
• Familiarity with and basic understanding of computer programming, working knowledge of HTML, XLM, XPP, and CSS a plus
• Understanding of online and print layouts while utilizing text editing software
• Willingness to perform routine tasks
• Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and direction
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly to diverse groups of people
• Intense attention to detail
• Follows instructions and processes, retains information, identifies irregularities, and utilizes problem solving skills
• Ability to adapt existing process and knowledge to fit new situations
• Report to work promptly when scheduled
• Be able to work under supervision and accept feedback
• Successfully work both as a member of a team and independently
• Task oriented, self-starter that can meet tight deadlines
• Flexibility to help with any task as needed

Responsibilities

• Create, format and maintain text and graphics with web-based and print layout formatting
• Utilize XML in the developing of print layouts
• Use CSS instructions for enhancements and modifications to online layouts
• Create technology enhanced items (i.e. bubble input, drag and drop, hotspot, click to respond, layered input, etc.) for on-line testing presentation
• Collaborate with internal team designers and content staff
• Adhere to established process and workflow

Benefits

• DRC offers a comprehensive benefits program that allows employees to make choices that best meet their current and future needs.
• We offer many benefits, including medical, wellness, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
• DRC also offers a generous paid time off policy and community service leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees