Assistant Director, AP Assessment Production Management College Board - AP&I Location: This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices have the option of being fully remote or hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday in office). Type: This is a full-time position About the Team 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. To support the continued production of high-quality teacher- and student-facing materials, the AP Program is looking fill the role of Assistant Director, AP Assessment Production Management. About the Opportunity As the Assistant Director, AP Assessment Production Management, you will have an eye for anticipating needs, proactively identifying and resolving logistical and administrative issues, initiating and improving processes related to contracting and disbursing payments, and managing team meetings and other special projects to maximize the team's effectiveness. Your bias for action, organizational skills, inquisitiveness, and collaborative spirit will allow you to flourish as a hands-on contributor in this capacity. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for: Contracts and Payment support (50%) * 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 Production Management support (30%) * 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 Meetings and Logistics support (20%) * 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 About You You have: * 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. About Our Process * Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled * While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application sub ission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximately 8-week process About Our Benefits and Compensation College Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market. The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $48,000 to $80,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary. Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criteria. Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to: * A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and more * Recognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibility * A job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thrive You can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process. About Our Culture Our community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines: * We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year. * We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard. * We welcome staff to join any or all six of our affinity groups: ARISE (Alliance for Asian Retention, Inclusion, Success, and Engagement; DIASPORA (Alliance for Pan-African Success and Achievement); Pride (alliance for LGBTQ+ staff and allies); Resilience (alliance for Native staff and advocates); SALSA (Staff Alliance for Latinx Success and Achievement); and WIN (Women's Impact Network). * We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals. * We know that our impact is strongest together. Our College Board Cares program offers all staff up to $1,000 annual match against partner non-profit organizations. * We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time. #LI-LinkedIn #LI-MR1 #LI-Remote