This is a Job Description for a Assistant Director, AP Assessment Production in Jackson, Mississippi

Summary:

 AP® is a rigorous academic program built on the commitment, passion and hard work of students and educators from secondary schools and higher education. With almost 40 courses in a wide variety of subject areas, AP provides willing and academically prepared high school students with the opportunity to study and learn at the college level. The AP program is continuing to rapidly expand its development of instructional and assessment products under the leadership of the growing Assessment Production team. The team currently consists of 24 talented and collaborative professionals with expertise in a variety of domains that are integral to the assessment production process and will continue to expand over the next year.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Initiate, coordinate, and track execution of contracts for external contractors through a systematic process. Design, develop, and manage a recruitment and tracking log for the external contractors engaging in projects across various workstreams in the AP division. Initiate, track, and execute accurate and timely payments for external contractors. Provide suggestions to enhance and improve existing contracts and payments processes, collaborating with colleagues who are responsible for contracting and payments for other functions. Assist with the coordination and certification of AP Exams, maintaining confidentiality and exercising superb judgment while handling secure test content. Aggregate and share progress / status reporting on a variety of core initiatives for senior leadership and other stakeholders. Support the team with special project related tasks as needed.

Manage the logistics for in-person and remote meetings for the broader Content Production and Product Management team, including booking space, accommodations, coordinating meals, and other activities. Ensure communication of meeting details to team members. Provide support by answering any questions and mitigating issues related to meetings

Requirements

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 2-3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced environment; education industry experience preferred. Strong organization and prioritization skills and a proven ability to move forward multiple responsibilities in concert, both independently and as a member of a team. Strong attention to detail and impeccable follow-through. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Adept problem-solving skills, including using data to inform decisions and actions. A passion for supporting educational and career opportunities for millions of students. The ability to travel at least 4-6 times per year. Authorization to work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.