Organizational Assessment Research Analyst

Applications must clearly indicate how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by information provided in the work experience and/or education sections on your application. If you have attached supporting documents in the past, you must make them relevant on your current application. If you do not demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications in the application, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Answering the supplement questions does not prove you meet the minimum qualifications.

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a four month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.

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.

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, Testing Procedures

Professional Skills\: Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Interpreting Data

Organizational Assessment Research Analyst

Business Resources Division

Human Resources Department

Hourly Rate\: $30.96

What You'll Do:

In this position as an Organizational Assessment Research Analyst, you will:

Design & conduct research studies for the purposes of job analysis, assessment validation & effectiveness, employee evaluation, employee development, or position classification (e.g., requesting position specific minimum qualifications or proposing changes to the class plan).

Develop valid assessments (e.g., structured interviews, written tests, work samples, physical ability tests) or evaluate vendor-developed assessments for the purpose of personnel selection, evaluation, or development & ensure compliance with legal & professional standards & provisions of applicable bargaining unit contracts:

Create test plans

Write test items

Create rating scales/scoring methods

Conduct item-rating meetings with subject matter experts

Analyze item statistics to improve assessments

Facilitate assessment administration:

Organize administration

Create materials

Respond to request for reasonable accommodations

Proctor administration

Score results.

Report in location\: 180 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, Franklin County.

PUCO core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8\:00am to 5\:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across PUCO departments. Most positions perform work on-site at the PUCO Central Office. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

Salary Information\: Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary is set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases, successful employees will increase a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year. In addition, the State of Ohio offers cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of public service, and wellness incentives.

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.

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

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

About Us:

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About the Human Resources Department:

The Human Resources (HR) Division advises supervisors and managers regarding human resources matters, providing information to PUCO employees, job applicants, governmental agencies and the public in compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, OCSEA AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement, DAS regulations and PUCO policies, procedures and rules. Human Resources is also responsible for payroll, benefits, employee training, EEO and ADA, and labor relations for PUCO employees.