How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?
This role supports the education and credentialing activities of the SOA, in particular the question writing for the Predictive Analytics exams, to ensure the integrity of the SOA’s credentials.
Responsibilities & Duties
The SOA is looking for volunteers to support Exam PA (Predictive Analytics), a five-hour practical exam where candidates are given data and a series of tasks.
Volunteers will be familiar with assigned syllabus and exam materials and write questions. The responsibilities and duties will include:
- Attending item writer training (virtual)
- Reading and understanding the assigned syllabus material
- Developing two high-quality exam questions and corresponding grading rubric based on the exam syllabus and learning objectives
- Working reliably and with the construction and grading committee leadership
- Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with the SOA Education Confidentiality Agreement
Time Commitment
- 20-30 hours spread among several months (April-June)
- Volunteers are expected to begin work in April to develop two exam-quality question and associated grading rubric by May, and then be available to revise and update the question until early June.
Experience Required
- Must be FSA or Career ASA (5+ years as ASA and not pursuing the FSA designation)
- Predictive analytics knowledge on some portion of the syllabus via prior training or practical experience
Opportunity Location
U.S. and Canada Only
Travel Required
None
SOA Training Required
If new to exam development, it is recommended that the volunteer to go through the on-line training course.
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