Western Governors University·Bentonville, Arkansas
The Evaluator reviews student assessments to determine mastery of learning objectives and provides accurate, personalized feedback. They also collaborate with team members to ensure evaluation processes remain consistent and aligned with department standards.
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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Faculty 504 Pay Range: $29.13 - $43.70
The Evaluator applies expertise in the relevant content area to review students’ assessments and determine mastery of learning objectives and course competencies. The Evaluator provides accurate and helpful feedback on assessments to helps students develop course competencies and progress through their academic programs. This role applies evaluation processes, procedures, and policies to ensure assessment feedback is consistent, personalized, and timely. This role participates in ongoing training to ensure they apply the latest evaluation strategies to new and updated course and program learning objectives and competencies. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Analyze and evaluate assessments to determine students’ mastery of learning objectives and course competencies. Prepare accurate, helpful, and consistent feedback to help students develop course competencies. Apply evaluation processes, policies, and procedures when reviewing and determining students’ mastery of course learning objectives and program competencies. Stay current with updates to evaluation processes; adopt and apply updated and new evaluation processes as they occur. Collaborate with team members and leadership when evaluating new and complex assessments to ensure consistent evaluation ratings. Review evaluation feedback from team members and leaders, apply input as needed to ensure evaluation methods align with department and team expectations. Partner with team members and leaders to improve evaluation processes that promote consistent scoring and improve evaluation processes. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities: Ability to review students’ responses on assessments and determine mastery of learning objectives and course competencies. Ability to evaluate assessments and develop accurate, helpful, personalized, and consistent feedback to students in a way that helps them progress through their academic programs. Ability to maintain expertise in content relevant to the role. Demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Demonstrated competency with technology needed to evaluate and respond to students’ assessments. Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and apply changes to evaluation processes. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback and ensure consistency in evaluation responses. Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team. Ability to work independently to complete assessment evaluations consistent with standard practices and policies.
MBA or Master's degree in Human Resources, business, leadership, or other related field. Minimum 5+ years of relevant Human Resources experience. SHRM certified (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) or HRCI certified (PHR/SPHR/PHRi/SPHRi/GPHR) or other HR related certifications.
Work experience with competency-based education in an online environment Additional Requirements: 6 Month Temporary Work Assignment 20 hours per week, spread out over 4- 5 days Flexible Schedule Position & Application Details Part-Time Intermittent Positions (classified as intermittent and less than 30 standard weekly hours): This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 SWH) that may be eligible for mental healthcare; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.
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Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Human Resources, business, or a related field and possess at least 5 years of relevant HR experience. Additionally, a professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR is required.
Market context
In Arkansas, part-time HR evaluator roles are typically most competitive when employers need experienced professionals who can assess policies, compliance, and people practices on a temporary timeline. This role stands out because it requires a master’s degree or MBA, at least 5 years of HR experience, and a recognized certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification and experience match before applying.
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