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Kaplan Exam Services (KES) Question Writers will play a crucial role in creating multiple-choice and essay questions that ensure exam materials are rigorous and reflective of current legal standards. Their work will contribute directly to the organization's mission of preparing individuals to excel on the bar exam by developing high-quality, legally accurate questions. Incumbents are expected to leverage their legal expertise and attention to detail to produce content that meets stringent quality and confidentiality standards. The Manager, Kaplan Exam Services is a SME (subject matter expert) in crafting questions that adheres to standards in creating rigorous exam content.
Job Responsibility:
Develop Multiple-Choice Questions: Craft clear, precise, and legally accurate multiple-choice questions based on standards to ensure rigorous exam content
Develop Essay Questions: Craft clear, precise, and legally accurate state-specific essay questions based on standards to ensure rigorous exam content
Ensure Legal Accuracy: Conduct thorough legal research and verification for each question to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the exam materials
Review and Edit Questions: Collaborate with other writers and editors to review and refine questions, ensuring clarity and eliminating ambiguities
Manage Drafting Team - Administratively oversees a staff of content exam drafters to ensure compliance, accuracy, and quality
Adhere to Confidentiality Standards: Follow strict confidentiality protocols to protect the integrity of the exam content and prevent unauthorized disclosure
Apply Legal Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of subjects such as Constitutional Law, Contracts, and Torts to develop relevant and challenging questions
Integrate Feedback: Implement feedback from reviews and supervisors to improve the quality and accuracy of questions continuously
Update Content Regularly: Stay current with changes in the law and update questions accordingly to keep the exam content relevant and accurate
Meet Deadlines: Work efficiently to meet project deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality exam questions
Collaborate with Team Members: Engage in regular communication and collaboration with team members to align on project goals and share best practices
Requirements:
J.D. (Juris Doctor Degree)
2+ years experience in the legal industry in Education and/or curriculum design
Passed the bar exam
Creative thinker and Excellent communicator
Demonstrate a strong attention to detail
Ability to develop and mentor direct reports
Nice to have:
Previously written questions for law school and/or bar exam content
What we offer:
Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities