You must obtain a score of intermediate or above to be hired. You will receive information about this requirement at the time you are being considered for employment. You must be a Pennsylvania resident to apply. Educational Assessment Specialist The Department of Education is seeking qualified candidates for an Educational Assessment Specialist position. The position is located in Harrisburg, Dauphin County.
Employees work with a great deal of independence.
Pennsylvania residency is required for this position. Employees in this class perform professional educational advisory duties throughout the state. They help develop and improve vocational education programs in school districts and intermediate units. They advise teachers and administrators on such issues as specific vocational areas, cooperative education, handicapped and disadvantaged education programs, planning, and postsecondary and adult programs. Work involves conducting evaluations of federally funded programs to determine program effectiveness, developing curriculum, participating in the development of long range education plans, and serving as a consultant to personnel from intermediate units and school districts regarding the development of vocational education programs.