Testing Specialist - Data and Accountability

Young World Physical Education

Mesa (AZ)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Holidays

Arizona State Retirement System match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, AZ seeks a Testing Specialist - Data and Accountability to support district assessment programs, data management, and testing logistics. You will assist with implementation, operations, and issue resolution to ensure compliance with policies and state requirements.

Responsibilities include data uploads, roster management, testing platform configurations, and generating reports for staff and administrators.

Qualifications

High School education or equivalent.
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Google Workspace applications.

Responsibilities

Support planning, implementation, and administration of district assessment programs.
Assist the Testing Coordinator with assessment projects, initiatives, and operational tasks as needed.
Organize, maintain, and track secure testing materials and inventory using Excel spreadsheets and other tracking systems.
Assist with the distribution, collection, inventory, and secure storage of assessment materials.
Support assessment setup activities, including student data uploads, rosters, user access, and testing platform configurations.
Assist schools with assessment systems, testing procedures, and technical troubleshooting throughout the assessment cycle.
Maintain accurate student assessment records and assist with data validation and discrepancy resolution.
Tabulate, format, and organize assessment data for reporting and analysis.
Generate routine assessment reports and provide data support to schools and district personnel.
Assist with monitoring testing activities to support compliance with district procedures, assessment security requirements, and state testing guidelines.
Develop and maintain job aids, user guides, procedural documentation, and support resources.
Assist with communication and follow-up regarding testing timelines, procedures, and required actions.
Provide customer service and technical assistance to school staff, administrators, and district personnel.
Participate in assessment training and support the implementation of training materials and resources.
Maintain confidentiality of student information and secure assessment materials.
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to support the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Skills

Excel

Data management

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Testing support

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PearsonAccess Next

Cambium

ACT systems

College Board platforms

Synergy SIS

Job description

Testing Specialist - Data and Accountability

Mesa USD 4 Data and Accountability - Mesa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5876078

Application Deadline: Aug 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$19.89

Class/Calendar:

B21,12 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays,retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

The District Testing Specialist supports the implementation and administration of district assessment programs by providing technical, operational, and customer service support to schools and district staff. This position assists with assessment systems, student data management, testing logistics, and issue resolution while ensuring compliance with district policies, state and federal requirements, and assessment security procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the planning, implementation, and administration of district and achievement assessment programs
Assist the Testing Coordinator with assessment projects, initiatives, and operational tasks as needed
Organize, maintain, and track secure testing materials and inventory using Excel spreadsheets and other tracking systems
Assist with the distribution, collection, inventory, and secure storage of assessment materials
Support assessment setup activities, including student data uploads, rosters, user access, and testing platform configurations
Assist schools with assessment systems, testing procedures, and technical troubleshooting throughout the assessment cycle
Maintain accurate student assessment records and assist with data validation and discrepancy resolution
Tabulate, format, and organize assessment data for reporting and analysis
Generate routine assessment reports and provide data support to schools and district personnel
Assist with monitoring testing activities to support compliance with district procedures, assessment security requirements, and state testing guidelines
Develop and maintain job aids, user guides, procedural documentation, and support resources
Assist with communication and follow-up regarding testing timelines, procedures, and required actions.
Provide customer service and technical assistance to school staff, administrators, and district personnel
Participate in assessment training and support the implementation of training materials and resources
Maintain confidentiality of student information and secure assessment materials
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to support the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Required Qualifications:

High Schooleducation or equivalent
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Google Workspace applications

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting large-scale assessment administration
Experience providing technical support, customer service, or training assistance
Experience with Arizona state and district assessment administration
Experience utilizing assessment management systems, such as PearsonAccess Next, Cambium, ACT systems, College Board platforms, or similar assessment platforms.
Experience using Synergy or comparable student information systems to manage student data and assessment records.
Experience developing job aids, user guides, or support documentation.
Experience providing technical assistance or customer support to schools or end users.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data organization, filtering, formulas, and reporting functions
Experience working in a K–12 public education environment.

Skills & Competencies:

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
Ability to efficiently plan, organize, and prioritize workload while effectively working with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, sharing workloads and responsibilities
Ability to perform detailed work with accuracy and maintain strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to manage frequent interruptions, adjust priorities, and meet established deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with school staff, district personnel, and external stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Most of the work is performed indoors in a school office, classroom, or testing environment
Travel to schools throughout the district
Fast-Paced at Times: Testing windows can bring high volumes of tasks and deadlines.
May work independently or as part of a small team under the supervision of a Coordinator or school administrator
Extended periods of sitting for computer-based tasks like data entry and report generation
May need to lift and carry boxes of test materials (typically under 25 pounds)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.89 Per Hour

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