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Accounting Clerk Test Development – Future Order Discount Offer!

IPMA-HR’s Assessment Services Department is developing a new accounting clerk test! In order to create top-of-the-line tests for this position, we need agencies to participate in the test development process. The next step in the process is the completion of job analysis questionnaires.

Would your department be willing to help?

We are asking for experienced accounting clerks from each agency to complete a web-based job analysis questionnaire (JAQ). The results of the job analysis will identify the most important tasks and competencies needed to perform on the job effectively. Completion of the questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes.

Participating agencies will receive a $100 discount toward any future test order from IPMA-HR for participation. Additionally, all participating JAQ respondents will be entered into a raffle to win a catered lunch for their department!

If you are interested in participating, please complete the participation form on our webpage and we will contact you with more information on the next phase of the test development process.

By |2019-07-30T18:26:58-04:00July 30th, 2019|Accounting Clerk, Announcements, New Product, Products & Services|Comments Off on Accounting Clerk Test Development – Future Order Discount Offer!
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Accounting Clerk Test Development Project

IPMA-HR’s Assessment Services Department is developing a new Accounting Clerk module in 2019.  To create top of the line tests for this position, we need agencies to participate in the test development process. The next step in the test development process is the completion of job analysis questionnaires.

We are asking for experienced Accounting Clerks from each agency to complete a Job Analysis Questionnaire online. The job analysis will identify the most important tasks and competencies needed to perform on the job effectively.  Completion of the question takes approximately 30 minutes.

Participating agencies will receive a discount toward a future IPMA-HR assessment product purchase. Additionally, all participating JAQ respondents will be entered into a raffle to win a catered lunch for their department.

If you are interested in participation please complete the participation form on our webpage and we will contact you with more information on the next phase of the test development process.

By |2019-04-25T08:47:37-04:00April 25th, 2019|Accounting Clerk, Announcements|Comments Off on Accounting Clerk Test Development Project
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Account Clerk Job Descriptions

We are reaching out for Account Clerk job descriptions as well as policy and procedures related to the position which includes processing payments, invoicing, account codes, rate schedules, collection of fees, payroll and completing other general accounting paperwork.  Please forward job descriptions and other pertinent documents to tkovalski@ipma-hr.org. 

If you are interested, also complete this very short survey on possible test content:  https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4732814/Account-Clerk-Test-Development

Any assistance you can give would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

By |2019-01-15T15:02:10-04:00January 15th, 2019|Assessment, New Product, Products & Services|Comments Off on Account Clerk Job Descriptions
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A Roundup From Across the Web

New EEOC Report Examines Barriers Facing Women in Federal Government Public Safety Occupations

WASHINGTON — In its continuing effort to aid the federal government in serving as a model employer, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today issued its federally focused report addressing equal employment opportunities for women in various public safety occupations…Continue Reading

 

Experts warn of shortage of armed guards in New Jersey schools

As school districts across New Jersey clamor to hire armed guards, some law enforcement experts are concerned about a potential shortage of candidates equipped to serve as school officers…Continue Reading

 

Union chief: Detroit losing officers at alarming rate

Mark Diaz, president of the Detroit Police Officers Association, said the union has lost 117 officers since Jan 1., which averages to about 4.5 per week…Continue Reading

 

Press Release:  Senate Passes Durbin, Roberts Farm Bill Amendment To Support Rural EMS Agencies

Bipartisan Amendment Will Reauthorize Funding For Rural Fire And Ambulance Crews To Fight Opioid Epidemic, Strengthen Workforce….Continue Reading

By |2018-07-12T10:06:06-04:00July 12th, 2018|From Across the Web, News, Public Safety Testing, Public Safety Tests, Recruitment, Resources|Comments Off on A Roundup From Across the Web
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RFP for Entry-level Police Officer Selection Test Due Date Extended to September 15

The International Public Management Association for Human Resources (IPMA-HR) invites fixed-price proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a multiple-choice entry-level police officer selection test for its stock testing service.

This includes the creation of an exam plan from the job analysis data collected by IPMA-HR, and the utilization of questions from IPMA-HR’s test item bank. The consulting firm chosen is expected to conduct a criterion-based validation study that includes having participating police departments administer the test to incumbents and gathering performance evaluation ratings to statistically show that the test predicts performance on the job. This also includes a test item analysis to select the final test questions, criterion validation statistics, and a fairness analysis.

The firm is expected to prepare validation study materials and assist in getting police departments to participate by making calls and sending correspondence. Further, the firm will prepare a technical report summarizing the steps taken during the test development and validation study project.

Proposals are due by September 15, 2017, 5:00 PM, ET.

Learn more about the full scope of the project and obtain contact information on our website. (more…)

By |2017-08-10T16:01:07-04:00August 10th, 2017|Announcements, News, RFP|Comments Off on RFP for Entry-level Police Officer Selection Test Due Date Extended to September 15
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Request for Proposals for the Creation of an Entry-level Police Officer Selection Test

The International Public Management Association for Human Resources (IPMA-HR) invites fixed-price proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a multiple-choice entry-level police officer selection test for its stock testing service.

This includes the creation of an exam plan from the job analysis data collected by IPMA-HR, and the utilization of questions from IPMA-HR’s test item bank. The consulting firm chosen is expected to conduct a criterion-based validation study that includes having participating police departments administer the test to incumbents and gathering performance evaluation ratings to statistically show that the test predicts performance on the job. This also includes a test item analysis to select the final test questions, criterion validation statistics, and a fairness analysis.

The firm is expected to prepare validation study materials and assist in getting police departments to participate by making calls and sending correspondence. Further, the firm will prepare a technical report summarizing the steps taken during the test development and validation study project.

Proposals are due by July 31, 2017, 5:00 PM, ET.

Learn more about the full scope of the project and obtain contact information on our website. (more…)

By |2017-06-27T11:42:08-04:00June 27th, 2017|Announcements, RFP|Comments Off on Request for Proposals for the Creation of an Entry-level Police Officer Selection Test
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Big Help Deserves Big Rewards

rewards

Help IPMA-HR with the criterion-related validation phase of our new public safety telecommunicator (PST) test, and you’ll not only be helping to ensure the continued availability of the most reliable, valid and fair tests in the industry, but you and your department will also receive the following rewards:

  • 30% off your agency’s next test order.
  • $75 VISA gift card for each participant.
  • A snack basket for participants to share after the test.
  • $50 Applebee’s gift card for the test administrator.
  • Direct evidence supporting the validity of the exam and its use in your agency.

Learn more about the new test, the validation phase and how you can help on our website.

Providing you with tests you can trust is our priority. But we can’t do it without you. Go online today to learn more and fill out a participation form for your agency.

Please Note: Our desired deadline for wrapping up the validation phase of this study is the end of October 2016, so please get in touch soon!

By |2016-08-29T15:00:00-04:00August 29th, 2016|Announcements, News, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Big Help Deserves Big Rewards
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We need writers!

writing

Are you well-versed in the world of assessment? Need an outlet through which to share your plethora of knowledge? Seeking opportunities to flex your writing muscle? Want your own byline? Look no further! IPMA-HR is looking for paid contributors to the Assessment Services Review: the official blog of the Assessment Services Department. We want to offer our readers fresh perspectives, experienced commentary, and cutting edge news from our world. Your level of commitment is up to you: write one, two … or 12 entries a year — and get paid to do it!

Interested? Please send an email to Andrey Pankov at apankov@ipma-hr.org

By |2016-05-03T11:17:14-04:00May 3rd, 2016|Announcements, Assessment|1 Comment
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IPMA-HR Consortium Testing …Save Time and Money

Do you want to save money and time administering IPMA-HR’s entry-level and promotional tests?

As the demand for online testing increases, we want to stay ahead of the curve and offer you the most cost and time efficient options available.  IPMA-HR is considering the development of consortium testing and would like your feedback on the process.

Consortium testing is, in essence, a centralized test center located within a region that can administer IPMA-HR tests to large groups. The results are then offered to several departments for review. The advantage of a consortium is twofold: candidates only need to take one test, and departments find cost savings while still maintaining high standards in finding the right people for open positions.

Consortium testing . . .

Is an alternative for administrative and budget-conscious departments, gathering together a large group of candidates across multiple departments for testing purposes.

  • Is done at a local community college or other IPMA-HR approved test site.
  • Is administered by an approved IPMA-HR representative.
  • Handles test administration for multiple departments at the same time, saving money and time for candidates and administrators.

Check out the FAQs for additional information.

Please take the quick Consortium Testing Interest Survey so we can gauge interest in this new administration service.

Thank you!

By |2016-02-17T08:08:36-04:00February 17th, 2016|Announcements, News, Products & Services, Survey|Comments Off on IPMA-HR Consortium Testing …Save Time and Money
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