Employment Testing Specialist

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Locations : Charles D Shipley Building 1970 West Broad Street Columbus ********
Organization : Public Safety
Classified Indicator : Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Exempt
Schedule : Full-time
Work Hours : 8:00am - 5:00pm
Compensation : $29.49 per hour
Unposting Date : May 24, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill : Psychology
Technical Skills : Human Resources, Research
Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Reasoning
Agency Contact Name : Kristopher Croom
Agency Contact Information : Employment Testing & Assessment Specialist (Hybrid Eligible)
(240004AX) Job Duties About Us: Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.
What You'll Do: Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Human Resources (Workforce Administration)

Report In Location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

(CURRENTLY HYBRID ELIGIBLE) Will report into the office 3 days a week and telework 2 days a week. Subject to change. Employment Testing & Assessment Specialist (Organizational Assessment Research Analyst) Are you a self-starter looking for a role in a supportive HR Team?
Do you have a passion for analyzing data and utilizing research techniques to develop valid tests and assessments to aid employers in the selection process?
Do you have a passion for Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology?
Do you have a passion to serve in the public sector and public safety operations?
Do you want to have a strong impact on the success of your organization?
Do you have a graduate degree in I/O Psychology, or an undergraduate degree in I/O Psychology and 1 year experience in job analysis & developing & validating assessments for the purposes of personnel selection?
If so, then this opportunity may be for you! The Ohio Department of Public Safety is hiring for an Employee Testing & Assessment Specialist to join the Human Resources Team in Columbus, OH. This position is hybrid eligible with the ability to work at least three days in the office & up to two days remote each week.
In this position you will: Conduct job analyses Develop valid assessment tools (such as proficiency & ability tests, scored interviews, & work samples) Evaluate and perform statistical analyses of current assessments to ensure continued validity Conduct research to stay abreast of current assessment trends and best practices in I/O Psychology Evaluate and make recommendations for revisions to current assessments and processes See below the position description for full details of opportunity. Under direction of the Workforce Administration Manager, develop & validate assessments necessary for selecting, evaluating, or developing personnel based on strategic alignment, workforce analysis, competency modeling, gap analysis, & leadership potential assessments: Develop valid assessments (i.e., proficiency tests, ability tests, scored interviews, work sample assessments, skill demonstration &/or evaluation of education, training & experience examinations to assess knowledge, skills & abilities required on the job); Independently conduct job analysis to develop testing & assessment materials utilizing the modified WRIPAC process; Draft scored interview questions & set question weighs; Perform statistical analyses as needed to evaluate testing &/or assessment data; Assist in developing agency personnel section policies & procedures; Collaborate with other agencies to improve assessment procedures; Make recommendations for revisions of assessments, assessment process, documentation, & records; Conduct research to identify alternate test procedures that may have less disparate impact. Coordinate ODPS civil service &/or proficiency testing activities: Score tests; enter applicant data & test scores into testing databases; send results of tests to personnel officer, hiring manager, department liaison & applicant; Coordinate all civil service data (e.g., prepare test booklets, administer tests, score tests, report results to applicant; maintain veteran status (DD-214) information; rank orders applicants & maintains database of civil service status). Provide guidance & training to ODPS Divisions (i.e., training & updates in use of testing instruments, job analysis process, scoring instruments, modifying & updating scoring keys & written instruments): Remain current on personnel selection & evaluation, organizational development, & other job-relevant issues; Review proposed legislation & advice regarding impact; Prepare reports & correspondence; Assist with data analysis, workforce plan, succession planning, etc.; Perform other duties as assigned. What's in it for you: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation. Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Employee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee. Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information. Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information. Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core program in industrial/organizational psychology; 1 year experience in job analysis & developing & validating assessments for the purposes of personnel selection.



Or completion of graduate core program in industrial/organizational psychology. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Psychology

Technical Skills: Human Resources, Research

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Reasoning ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

KNOWLEDGE: Employee Training Development; Human Resource Development; Public Relations; Office Practices & Procedures (Human Resources); Agency Policies & Procedures (ODPS)*; Interviewing; Social Sciences (Human Resources, Industrial/Organization Psychology); Law (employment).
SKILL: Word Processing (Microsoft Office); Equipment Operations (General Office Equipment).
ABILITY: define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; deal with some abstract but mostly concrete variables; use statistical analysis; maintain accurate records; transcribe dictation, make appointments; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; use proper research methods in gathering data; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public. cooperate with co-workers on group projects; ANSWER ROUTINE TELEPHONE INQUIRES FROM PUBLIC.
(*) Developed after employment. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS : May require travel.
This position may be filled by lay-off or certification eligibility list if applicable Background Check Information A background check, tax check, and BCI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants. A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process.