Coordinator

Coordinator JobID: 74876 Position Type: Administration (Educator/Operations) - WVDE/Coordinator - Educator (WVDE)Date Posted: 10/5/2026Location: Office of Assessment Closing Date: 10/18/2026County: West Virginia Department of Education Additional Information: Show/HidePOSITION: Coordinator LOCATION: Office of Assessment TYPICAL WORK HOURS: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM FLSA STATUS: Full-time Exempt SALARY: $88,193 - $95,193 plus competitive benefits package (WVDE Summary of Benefits) equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation JOB SUMMARY:The coordinator provides leadership in the development, administration, scoring and reporting of the West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment, and in ensuring state-required assessments are accessible for all students, including those who require accommodations or supports. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Coordinate the development, administration, technical implementation, scoring, reporting, and continuous improvement of the West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment.Provide statewide leadership for accessibility and accommodations for all state-required assessments, including reviewing and approving requests for non-standard accommodations. Develop, revise, and maintain assessment policies, procedures, manuals, guidance documents, and participation guidelines related to general and alternate assessments. Plan, coordinate, and deliver professional development, technical assistance, and training for district personnel regarding assessment administration, accessibility, accommodations, and related assessment programs. Serve as the primary liaison with district test coordinators, special education directors, federal programs staff, assessment vendors, and other stakeholders regarding assessment implementation and support. Coordinate assessment development activities, including item writing, item review, bias and sensitivity reviews, editing, staging, and other quality assurance processes. Collaborate with internal offices and external partners to ensure alignment of assessment programs with state and federal requirements. Coordinate meetings, workgroups, committees, and conference calls; prepare agendas, minutes, reports, correspondence, and other related materials. Manage and oversee assessment-related information, communications, and updates on state and vendor platforms and websites. Coordinate the collection, preparation, and submission of evidence required for federal assessment peer review and other accountability or compliance activities. Represent the agency at state, regional, and national meetings, conferences, and professional organizations related to educational assessment and accessibility.Serve as liaison with the Office of Special Education to address all assessment and IEP-related concerns.Perform other assignments as deemed appropriate and necessary by the State Board of Education, Associate Superintendent, and the State Superintendent of Schools. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in special education. Valid West Virginia Teaching Certification required; Special Education certification preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies affecting student assessment and accessibility, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Knowledge of special education, assistive technologies, English learner supports, and accessibility practices that promote equitable participation in statewide assessments. Strong knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment, including the formative assessment process and the use of assessment data to support student learning and achievement. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position is classified as sedentary work, involving prolonged sitting (6-8 hours daily) at a desk or computer workstation. Occasional demands include standing or walking short distances within the office and lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. This role requires close visual acuity for reading documents and computer screens, clear speaking/hearing for communication, and repetitive wrist/hand motions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EXPECTATIONS: The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision.The staff member demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills, and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.The staff member demonstrates ability to work effectively with county personnel and other state/local officials.The staff member understands that travel throughout WV and out of state (including air travel) may be required on an occasional or frequent basis depending on the needs of the Department.The staff member understands this is a full-time, on-site position based in Charleston, WV.? Remote work options are not available for this position.The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added, as priorities emerge with the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE). EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP:Department of Education staff are employed upon recommendation of the State Superintendent of Schools and are state employees. No representative or employee of the state is authorized to enter into any employment contract or other agreement. Department staff work under the direction of the State Superintendent of Schools for the general supervision of the free schools in the state and implementing the policies of the board and other necessary tasks as determined by the State Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee. Each employee is "at-will" and subject to termination by the State Superintendent of Schools at any time, with or without notice, cause or compensation. The employment relationship between the State Superintendent of Schools and the employee may be terminated by either party. Reasons for termination by the State Superintendent of Schools include, but are not limited to, immorality, incompetency, cruelty, insubordination, intemperance, willful neglect of duty, unsatisfactory performance, the conviction of a felony or a guilty plea or a plea of no contest to a felony charge, misuse of funds or property, violations of law or policies of the state board, lack of need, or a lack or loss of funding.