Academic Benchmarks is the leading standards management solutions provider to the K-12 education industry. Since 2003, the company has continued to increase its client base and revenue each year. The leading content publishers, assessment providers, data system companies, and learning platforms rely on the Academic Benchmarks infrastructure of data standards. The company is on the forefront of changing the way stakeholders maximize the educational experience. Academic Benchmarks is seeking smart, creative people to help build the company for the future and its opportunities.

Looking for a challenging position to further your career goals while working in a fast-paced technology environment - please read further.

About the Standards Management Specialist Position

The ideal candidate for Standards Management Specialist is a technology-savvy person who can learn a complex data system and procedures for capturing educational standards data within a proprietary technology database. Problem-solving skills, experience with data systems and online applications are important. Familiarity with educational learning standards and website research skills are required.

This is a full time position. The ideal candidate would begin immediately working in the Academic Benchmarks office located in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Responsibilities

  • Learn quickly and fully utilize database tools in the AB system to capture/edit standards data and review data against source documents to ensure accuracy and integrity of content
  • Utilize trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills to remedy data capture issues and handle client-identified problems
  • Create and review documentation of procedures and practices used in the department as well as tool functions and application in data management situations
  • Identify and document potential improvements to the AB system and data management practices
  • Research state education websites to locate and review current curriculum and assessment standards
  • Perform additional duties as deemed necessary to achieve and maintain high quality of data

Requirements
  • Experience in using a variety of technologies (databases, spreadsheets, online tools, shared applications, etc.) directly for data management and tracking as well as for communication in internal and remote environments
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross-functional team
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Attention to details and excellent proofreading skills
  • Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and benchmark delivery dates
  • Ability to analyze user requirements and communicate effectively to confirm requirements
  • Flexibility in adapting to new challenges in a fast-paced technology industry
  • Bachelor's Degree in a field related to requirements of the position or work-related experience that demonstrates possession of skills to meet all listed job requirements

Highly Desirable
  • Experience in education, educational publishing, or working with state/national curriculum standards
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of the development profession
  • Experience, or equivalent knowledge in database management, data analysis or programming

Please submit resume, application letter, and responses to the five questions below via email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Include SMS in the subject line of the email with the attachments.


SMS Questionnaire:

Name:
Date:

  1. What is your experience working with databases, data management systems, and other technologies? Identify specific technology tools.
  2. What types of documentation have you developed related to the procedures and practices used in your previous employment positions?
  3. Describe two specific problem-solving or trouble-shooting strategies you use to handle internal or external customer issues.
  4. What experience do you have in educational publishing, with state and national curriculum standards, or in a related field? Provide details on the relationship of that experience to the listed job responsibilities of the SMS position.
  5. What is your salary requiremen