The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Principal Testing Officer to join the NAPLAN Unit, on a fixed-term temporary, basis. The Principal Testing Officer is responsible for providing high level advice to senior managers on all aspects of NAPLAN tests, to contribute to test development and administration processes, and, where necessary contribute to other assessment-based activities.

Job details

What you will do

In the Principal Testing Officer role, you will:

• Provide high level advice to senior officers on the development, management and implementation of NAPLAN tests and marking.
• Design materials and present workshops, information sessions and training sessions on various aspects of test characteristics, test preparation and test administration, marking and the interpretation of and use of test results.
• Contribute to the reviewing of test items and marking schemes for tests and provide feedback to all stakeholders.
• Liaise and work collaboratively with other Principal Testing Officers and other staff to undertake projects (both state and national) and coordinate activities to support all aspects of the development and administration of NAPLAN tests.
• Mentor and develop the capability of Senior Testing Officers.
• Create and maintain productive and professional working relationships with clients, stakeholders, contractors and testing officers from other states
• Analyse data to identify trends and key issues for stakeholders.
• Participate in other administration tasks (e.g., Helpdesk support) in the testing events such as NAPLAN and External Assessment, as required by the Director.

What we are looking for

The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities.

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Works with the team to organise work priorities so they deliver on broader organisational commitments (leads strategically)
• Challenges the status quo, asks questions and seeks out new models and developments that may inform the team's approach (stimulates ideas and innovation)
• Role models persistence and supports others to work through obstacles in the delivery of projects (Drives accountability and outcomes)
• Embraces opportunities to expand knowledge and experience through networks, new assignments and development avenues (Pursues continuous growth)

How to apply

Please read the information in this document and the Information for Applicants document. Your application should include:

• a letter or statement (up to 2 pages maximum) that addresses the points outlined in the 'What we are looking for' section
• your résumé (up to 3 pages) that details your qualifications and experience, and the names of two work-related referees, one of which should be your immediate supervisor.

Documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and use at least 11-point font size.

Apply online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au.

If you have technical difficulties or to discuss reasonable adjustment options, please email peopleandculture@qcaa.qld.edu.au.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• AO7 _ Principal Testing Officer_NAPLAN_May 2025 (PDF, 183KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 215KB)
  Information Package for Applicants