The University of Georgia
Job Title
Community Relations Professional
Posting Details Posting Number:
S14466P Working Title:
Community Relations Professional Department:
COE- K-12 Assessment Solutions Posting Date:
12/04/2025 Closing Date:
01/06/2025 (Full consideration until Jan 6 2025; position remains open until filled) Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
College and Department Overview As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.
Job Summary This position provides strategic and visionary leadership in the design, development, and implementation of state- and district-level science assessment and instructional initiatives for the College of Education’s K-12 Assessment Solutions unit. The incumbent serves as the senior content expert and strategic partner in advancing large‑scale assessment programs that drive instructional improvement and data‑informed decision‑making. The incumbent also provides cross‑disciplinary content leadership, offering expertise and backup support for mathematics assessment initiatives to ensure consistency and capacity across STEM programs.
The role is designed to expand organizational leadership capacity, with the potential to develop into a future co‑director leadership position. The incumbent will direct high‑impact, multi‑district projects, manage and develop internal teams, support staff development, and ensure rigorous scientific integrity and alignment to standards. The position also contributes to strategic planning, client relations, cross‑disciplinary coordination, innovation in assessment design, including emerging technologies and three‑dimensional science standards, and the delivery of professional learning for internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
(60%)
Direct and oversee science assessment design across elementary, middle, and high school programs, ensuring both content depth and pedagogical relevance. Serve as the lead content authority, ensuring scientific accuracy, upholding precision, rigor, adherence to assessment best practices, and alignment to standards.
Mentor, coach, and evaluate item writers and reviewers through all phases of item and assessment development, ensuring alignment, validity, and universal design principles.
Design, lead, and facilitate science‑related professional learning for internal teams and external educators.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative, data‑driven assessment approaches and instructional resources that strengthen science understanding statewide.
Provide secondary content leadership and oversight for mathematics assessment development as needed, ensuring consistency in item quality, alignment, and project delivery across STEM disciplines.
(15%)
Lead and manage complex, multi‑phase assessment and instructional development projects from concept to delivery, including blueprint design, content review, production, development timelines, and quality assurance processes.
Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver on‑time, high‑quality products that meet client and program objectives.
Support budget planning, staff allocation, and client coordination for assessment and instructional projects.
Identify and implement innovations in assessment design, including technology‑enhanced item development, 3‑D science task integration, and adaptive testing approaches.
Cultivate and collaborate with district and state partners to expand K‑12 Assessment Solutions’ visibility, reach, and long‑term impact.
(15%)
Work closely with the co‑Directors to gain executive‑level leadership experience in strategic planning, fiscal management, and client acquisition.
Participate in organizational decision‑making and growth planning, contributing to client expansion, visioning, and long‑term planning.
Develop leadership and management skills to ensure continuity of leadership, organizational stability, and succession readiness.
Support professional growth and onboarding of existing and new content staff.
(10%)
Serve as a liaison between K‑12 Assessment Solutions and district, state, and university stakeholders to promote program visibility and collaboration.
Develop communication and outreach materials highlighting the impact and innovation of K‑12 Assessment Solutions projects.
Contribute to partnerships with STEM education initiatives, university programs, and professional learning networks.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Background teaching or leading curriculum development for grades 6–12 science.
Demonstrated expertise in instructional design, curriculum alignment, and standards‑based assessment development.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive complex educational initiatives.
Strong project management skills, including data analysis and strategic communication.
Proven record mentoring, supervising, and managing professional staff.
Strategic planning and program development expertise.
Budget management and contract oversight experience.
Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to lead diverse teams and coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
Driving as needed to perform job duties.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including: a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact: Tracy Davenport Email:
tracysdavenport@uga.edu Phone: 888-392-8977
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents Optional documents are not required.
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Posting Details Posting Number:
S14466P Working Title:
Community Relations Professional Department:
COE- K-12 Assessment Solutions Posting Date:
12/04/2025 Closing Date:
01/06/2025 (Full consideration until Jan 6 2025; position remains open until filled) Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
College and Department Overview As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.
Job Summary This position provides strategic and visionary leadership in the design, development, and implementation of state- and district-level science assessment and instructional initiatives for the College of Education’s K-12 Assessment Solutions unit. The incumbent serves as the senior content expert and strategic partner in advancing large‑scale assessment programs that drive instructional improvement and data‑informed decision‑making. The incumbent also provides cross‑disciplinary content leadership, offering expertise and backup support for mathematics assessment initiatives to ensure consistency and capacity across STEM programs.
The role is designed to expand organizational leadership capacity, with the potential to develop into a future co‑director leadership position. The incumbent will direct high‑impact, multi‑district projects, manage and develop internal teams, support staff development, and ensure rigorous scientific integrity and alignment to standards. The position also contributes to strategic planning, client relations, cross‑disciplinary coordination, innovation in assessment design, including emerging technologies and three‑dimensional science standards, and the delivery of professional learning for internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
(60%)
Direct and oversee science assessment design across elementary, middle, and high school programs, ensuring both content depth and pedagogical relevance. Serve as the lead content authority, ensuring scientific accuracy, upholding precision, rigor, adherence to assessment best practices, and alignment to standards.
Mentor, coach, and evaluate item writers and reviewers through all phases of item and assessment development, ensuring alignment, validity, and universal design principles.
Design, lead, and facilitate science‑related professional learning for internal teams and external educators.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative, data‑driven assessment approaches and instructional resources that strengthen science understanding statewide.
Provide secondary content leadership and oversight for mathematics assessment development as needed, ensuring consistency in item quality, alignment, and project delivery across STEM disciplines.
(15%)
Lead and manage complex, multi‑phase assessment and instructional development projects from concept to delivery, including blueprint design, content review, production, development timelines, and quality assurance processes.
Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver on‑time, high‑quality products that meet client and program objectives.
Support budget planning, staff allocation, and client coordination for assessment and instructional projects.
Identify and implement innovations in assessment design, including technology‑enhanced item development, 3‑D science task integration, and adaptive testing approaches.
Cultivate and collaborate with district and state partners to expand K‑12 Assessment Solutions’ visibility, reach, and long‑term impact.
(15%)
Work closely with the co‑Directors to gain executive‑level leadership experience in strategic planning, fiscal management, and client acquisition.
Participate in organizational decision‑making and growth planning, contributing to client expansion, visioning, and long‑term planning.
Develop leadership and management skills to ensure continuity of leadership, organizational stability, and succession readiness.
Support professional growth and onboarding of existing and new content staff.
(10%)
Serve as a liaison between K‑12 Assessment Solutions and district, state, and university stakeholders to promote program visibility and collaboration.
Develop communication and outreach materials highlighting the impact and innovation of K‑12 Assessment Solutions projects.
Contribute to partnerships with STEM education initiatives, university programs, and professional learning networks.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Background teaching or leading curriculum development for grades 6–12 science.
Demonstrated expertise in instructional design, curriculum alignment, and standards‑based assessment development.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive complex educational initiatives.
Strong project management skills, including data analysis and strategic communication.
Proven record mentoring, supervising, and managing professional staff.
Strategic planning and program development expertise.
Budget management and contract oversight experience.
Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to lead diverse teams and coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
Driving as needed to perform job duties.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including: a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact: Tracy Davenport Email:
tracysdavenport@uga.edu Phone: 888-392-8977
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents Optional documents are not required.
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