Manager, Assessment Development & Innovation

The Institute of Internal Auditors - Greater Orlando

Hiring: Manager, Assessment Development & Innovation Company: The Institute of Internal Auditors Location: Greater Orlando Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 14:39:44 Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Credentialing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Management About the job Experience: •3–5+ years of experience in assessment/test development, certification, or credentialing programs. •5+ years of experience in assessment/test development, certification, or credentialing programs. Required Skills: •The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking a Manager, Assessment Development & Innovation to support and advance our certification exam programs through rigorous, standards-aligned test development practices. •This role plays a central part in job task analysis (JTA), content development, item review, and standard-setting activities that help ensure certification exams remain valid, defensible, and reflective of current practice in the field. •The Manager will also lead independent initiatives exploring new assessment methods, innovative content development, and emerging technologies—including AI-assisted item generation and scoring—to strengthen and modernize The IIA's portfolio of certification programs. •Success in this position requires strong project management skills, sound psychometric judgment, analytical capabilities, and the ability to effectively facilitate and collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), volunteer committees, external stakeholders, and cross-functional internal teams. •This is a hybrid position based in Lake Mary, Florida •Facilitate SME and stakeholder sessions throughout the exam development lifecycle, including JTA data-gathering sessions, item review panels, and standard-setting sessions using Modified Angoff or comparable methodologies. •Develop interview protocols and conduct focus groups to support JTA data collection. •Design and implement JTA surveys to gather practitioner input at scale. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Measurement, Education, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. •Demonstrated experience with job task analysis, item writing and review, and standard-setting methodologies. •Strong facilitation skills with the ability to effectively guide SME panels toward consensus. •Excellent written communication skills, including experience producing clear technical reports for varied audiences. •Proficiency with survey design and data analysis tools, including Excel. •Strong analytical and data interpretation skills. •Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines. •Demonstrated capacity to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and lead initiatives with minimal oversight. •Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with SMEs, volunteer committees, external stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. •Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to explore emerging assessment technologies, including AI-assisted item generation and automated scoring. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!