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Exam Proctor Job no: 504638 Work type: Part-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA ... Must possess a well-developed sense of composure under stressful situations. * Superior grammar ...

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Exam Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Professional development and tuition assistance * Uniform stipend * Retirement plan Schedule * Full Time * Monday - Friday * 8:00am - 5:00pm Exam Assistants are required to assist the practitioners ...

Psychometrician

$110K - $115K/yr

Facilitates exam development workshops, committee meetings, and provides training sessions for item writers and subject matter experts. * Directs and conducts statistical analyses of test items and ...

Program Chair

Jenkintown, PA · On-site

$95K/yr

Monitor exam development and assessment methods to uphold academic integrity and program effectiveness. Program Management & Compliance * Manage the day-to-day operations of the nursing program ...

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How much do exam development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for exam development in the United States is $53,418.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Exam Development position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Exam Development, you need a background in education, curriculum design, and assessment methodologies, often supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with exam authoring software, item banking systems, and psychometric analysis tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and excellent written communication skills are valuable soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure high-quality, valid, and reliable exams that meet organizational and industry standards.

What is an Exam Development job?

An Exam Development job involves designing, creating, and evaluating assessments to measure knowledge, skills, or competencies. Professionals in this field develop test questions, structure exam formats, ensure content validity, and analyze results for fairness and reliability. They often collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and psychometricians to create high-quality assessments.

What are some typical challenges faced in an Exam Development role?

Professionals in Exam Development often encounter the challenge of balancing exam validity, reliability, and fairness while meeting tight project deadlines. Developing questions that accurately assess knowledge without introducing bias requires meticulous attention and ongoing collaboration with subject matter experts. Managing continuous updates to content and aligning exams with evolving standards can also add complexity to the role. However, these challenges offer opportunities for creative problem-solving and professional growth within dynamic assessment teams.

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Infographic showing various Exam Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,418 per year, or $25.7 per hour.
SRO Instructor

$90 - $100/hr

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Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

A 4 to 5 month contract opportunity. You will report to the Program Director located in Monticello, MN.

Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver training in classroom, simulator, and plant environments
  • Instruct and evaluate:
  • Non-licensed operators
  • Initial license candidates
  • Licensed operators and shift leadership
  • Develop and maintain training materials (lesson plans, simulator scenarios, evaluation tools, JPMs)
  • Support performance improvement and corrective action programs
  • Assist with simulator fidelity and regulatory compliance (NRC / ANSI standards)
  • Participate in emergency response organization, refueling outages, and plant issue response

Qualifications:

Requirements

  • Active or previously held Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license required
  • Instructional capability
  • Prior SRO certification (BWR preferred)
  • 10+ years nuclear operations experience
  • Classroom and simulator instruction experience
  • Experience with NUREG-1021 exam development
  • INPO Instructor Certification
  • Supervisory experience

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $90/hour to $100/hour.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities