2021- Predictive Analytics Examination Graders

How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?

This role supports the foundational education and credential activities of the SOA and helps to ensure the integrity of the SOA’s credentials 

Description:

Graders are expected to commit to grading 20-30 hours during initial grading in January of 2021 and take part in a 2-day virtual grading meeting in February. Grading can be performed from home or work; access to candidate papers will be via a dedicated grader portal.

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the Predictive Analytics in R/RStudio environment
• Willingness to learn use of Grading System and process for accurately entering grades and feedback, as appropriate
• Demonstrates complete knowledge and understanding of the goals, tasks and solutions (as appropriate) for assigned assessment
• Provides effective feedback within guidelines for failing candidates
• Attends training (virtually or face-to-face) as necessary
• Informs Exam Chairperson of issues
• Informs SOA staff of times when unable to grade
• Liaises and interfaces with: PA Exam Committee Chairperson and SOA Staff

Time Commitment

• 20-30 hours plus participating in a 2-day virtual grading meeting.

Experience Required

• Must be FSA or Career ASA (5+ years as ASA and not pursuing the FSA designation)
• Demonstrates proficiency in technical and analytic problem solving (graders are exposed to a wide variety of topics and solutions and must be flexible enough to competently review)
• Proficient in the understanding of RStudio RMD files
• Graders are also expected to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrates proficiency in effective communication (writing feedback)

*Optional: Ability to read/grade papers written in French

Opportunity Location

Members resident in U.S and Canada only

Travel Required

• Due to the Covid-19 virus the in-person grading meeting has been temporarily moved to a virtual format therefore no travel is required.

SOA Training Required

New graders are trained via online reading material, sample paper grading and an optional conference call with the grading chair.