Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cognia
Job overview
The Vice President Measurement at Cognia leads the educational measurement function, overseeing psychometrics and reporting to ensure high-quality assessment systems that impact K-12 education outcomes.
Responsibilities and impact
The VP Measurement manages psychometric and reporting departments, leads operational psychometric processes, represents Cognia in the field, oversees research and proposal development, manages budgets, and supports team development.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers generous paid time off, comprehensive insurance plans, and a 12.5% immediate vesting retirement savings contribution effective from the date of hire.
Experience and skills
Requires a doctoral degree in a related field, at least 10 years of broad assessment experience including 5 years managing staff, proficiency with psychometric software and scripting languages, and strong leadership and strategic skills.
Career development
The role includes coaching internal team members and supporting career development planning within a collaborative and innovative environment.
Work environment and culture
Cognia fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and innovative culture focused on advancing education and supporting diverse learners globally.
Company information
Cognia is a global education company serving over 36,000 institutions and 25 million students across 85 countries, focused on improving education through assessment and continuous improvement models.
Team overview
The VP Measurement leads the Psychometrics and Reporting departments and is part of the Assessment Services Leadership Team, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders.
Unique job features
The role involves leadership in innovative psychometric research, development of proprietary tools, and high-level client engagement in educational measurement.
Company overview
Cognia is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to improving education through accreditation, certification, and professional services. They provide comprehensive assessment tools and resources to schools and educational institutions to enhance learning outcomes and ensure quality standards. Founded in 2006 through the merger of AdvancED and Measured Progress, Cognia leverages its extensive network and expertise to support continuous improvement in education systems worldwide. The organization generates revenue through membership fees, accreditation services, and educational resources.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your deep expertise in educational measurement, leadership in psychometrics, and experience managing complex assessment programs, emphasizing your strategic vision and operational excellence at a senior level.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with psychometric software like flexMirt, parscale, winsteps, and scripting languages such as Python or R, alongside your ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage budgets effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including Cognia’s corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant educational assessment job boards to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect with current Cognia Assessment Services Division leaders and psychometric experts on LinkedIn, initiating conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent Cognia research publications, asking about innovations in assessment technology, or expressing admiration for their leadership in advancing educational measurement.
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