Job Title: Test Examiner-Portuguese

This is a Full Time Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Onsite Washington, DC

About Chi-Chack

Chi-Chack is an SBA certified 8(a) women-owned small business with over 15 years of experience providing professional and educational services to defense clients and government agencies. Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, the company maintains a nationwide workforce consisting of language instructors, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and training and education professionals.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Serve as Tester for language proficiency examinations, interacting with the examinee in the Tester's native language or a language in which the Tester has near-native proficiency. Proficiency tests may be face-to-face or by digital video conference or another technology-based medium (such as telephone, recorded audio, recorded video). The FSI language proficiency test rates the examinee's skills in reading and speaking. The Tester provides information to an Examiner about the examinee's performance on various parts of the test and about the content of the texts used in the test and assists with the selection and/or preparation of reading test materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact with the examinee in the Tester's native language or a language in which the Tester has near-native proficiency. Proficiency tests may be face-to-face or by digital video conference or another technology-based medium (such as telephone, recorded audio, recorded video). The FSI language proficiency test rates the examinee's skills in reading and speaking.
• The Tester provides information to an Examiner about the examinee's performance on various parts of the test and about the content of the texts used in the test and assists with the selection and/or preparation of reading test materials.
• Must be certified as a Tester by FSI LTU within the first 4 months of start date. After being certified as a Tester, must be certified as an Examiner by FSI LTU within the first year of start date.
• May participate in the creation and piloting of new materials and tasks to be used in language testing. May participate in the production of audio or video materials for use in conjunction with LTU testing training.
• May conduct test reviews following procedures defined by documentation in the LTU’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• May participate in quality assurance activities, such as third rating or blind rescoring of recorded tests.
• May be requested to conduct end of training tests at one of FSI's field schools overseas. Contractors will be compensated at their normal hourly rate for hours worked during normal daily working hours for the time zones in which the work is completed and will additionally receive compensation as outlined in the Travel Section.
• Collaborate with others to lead the reviewing and editing of foreign language and/or English in testing materials.
• Adhere to all copyright guidelines and restrictions and follow FSI and SLS procedures regarding copyright.
• Adhere to all guidelines and follow all procedures regarding testing material security and safeguarding test score data.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:

• English proficiency of S-3 or higher (ILR scale) in speaking documented and certified through an approved third-party vendor listed on documentation provided by FSI/SLS/LTU provided prior to an in-person screening. If documentation of English level is not provided, the Language Testing Unit will conduct language screening to determine if the candidate meets general professional proficiency.
• Native language proficiency of S-4/R-4 or higher (ILR scale) in speaking and reading documented and certified through an approved third-party vendor listed on documentation provided by FSI/SLS/LTU provided prior to an in-person screening. If documentation of native language level is not provided, the Language Testing Unit will conduct language screening to determine if the candidate meets advanced professional proficiency.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills: e.g., email, Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with online meeting software (Zoom, Skype, MS Teams, Webex), etcetera.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting proficiency-based tests (e.g., DLAB, ACTFL OPI) in one or more foreign languages tested at FSI.
• BA/BS, MA/MS or PhD in language testing, evaluation and measurement, educational assessment, applied linguistics, second language acquisition or related field.
• Experience in designing and/or selecting testing materials.
• Experience with online delivery systems used to administer proficiency-based exams.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.
• Occasional lifting of 15 to 20 lbs.
• Extended working hours and travel may be necessary.

What We Offer: (benefits vary based on FT, PT, or On-Call status)

• Benefits offered include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid Life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability
• Paid time off -including 11 Holidays
• Participation in the Chi-Chack LLC 401(k) plan

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chi-Chack LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.