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Job outlook for assessment specialists in the United States
Are assessment specialist jobs in demand?
Assessment specialist job and salary trends over time
Assessment specialist jobs over time
Assessment specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 935 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 959 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 967 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 959 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 920 | 0.00% |
Average assessment specialist salary over time
Assessment specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $64,402 | $30.96 | +4.4% |
| 2024 | $61,665 | $29.65 | +4.0% |
| 2023 | $59,273 | $28.50 | +3.7% |
| 2022 | $57,171 | $27.49 | +1.3% |
| 2021 | $56,444 | $27.14 | +1.3% |
Assessment specialist jobs by state
Most common states for assessment specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 2,685 | 39% |
| 2 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 331 | 25% |
| 3 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 169 | 24% |
| 4 | Alaska | 739,795 | 173 | 23% |
| 5 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 188 | 18% |
| 6 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,223 | 17% |
| 7 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 320 | 17% |
| 8 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 166 | 16% |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,951 | 15% |
| 10 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 930 | 15% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 844 | 15% |
| 12 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 201 | 15% |
| 13 | Delaware | 961,939 | 143 | 15% |
| 14 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 111 | 15% |
| 15 | Vermont | 623,657 | 91 | 15% |
| 16 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 768 | 14% |
| 17 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 594 | 14% |
| 18 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 453 | 14% |
| 19 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 292 | 14% |
| 20 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 120 | 14% |
Most common cities for assessment specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Annapolis | 5 | 13% | $65,793 |
| 2 | Frankfort | 3 | 11% | $64,636 |
| 3 | Dover | 3 | 8% | $67,607 |
| 4 | Baton Rouge | 6 | 3% | $62,512 |
| 5 | Lansing | 4 | 3% | $68,328 |
| 6 | Springfield | 3 | 3% | $69,627 |
| 7 | Little Rock | 3 | 2% | $45,012 |
| 8 | Tallahassee | 3 | 2% | $58,492 |
| 9 | Topeka | 3 | 2% | $66,626 |
| 10 | Sacramento | 4 | 1% | $80,191 |
| 11 | Saint Paul | 4 | 1% | $78,602 |
| 12 | Washington | 4 | 1% | $79,869 |
| 13 | Atlanta | 3 | 1% | $58,138 |
| 14 | Des Moines | 3 | 1% | $67,515 |
| 15 | Montgomery | 3 | 1% | $59,409 |
| 16 | Indianapolis | 3 | 0% | $62,421 |
| 17 | Phoenix | 3 | 0% | $62,061 |
| 18 | Boston | 2 | 0% | $67,134 |
Assessment Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of assessment specialist experts
SUNY at Buffalo
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Vanguard University
Angelo State University
What will help Assessment Specialists increase their earning potential?
Emily Yowell Ph.D.: Psychologists should be aware of what others in their field are making for similar positions. It is important to ask for what your work is worth in an initial position to assure raises are based on a solid starting salary. Newer psychologists may also consider asking for an early review that prompts an early conversation around potential raises, bonus, or other job benefits.
Alaina Steele Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Criminal JusticeSUNY at Buffalo
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, And Research
What general advice would you give to an Assessment Specialist?
Alaina Steele Ph.D.: Someone working in educational assessment, evaluation, and research will be working with faculty, staff, and administrators to determine how an institution is performing in terms of its outcomes. These could include the institutional, programmatic, and course levels. Assessment allows educators to understand their work better and leads to continuous improvement and growth. Through evaluation processes, those working in the field will need to ensure confidentiality, validity, and well designed instruments are provided and that data is stored safely. Someone entering the field should be aware of sensitivity of data, but also work to create dashboards and indicators of outcomes for educational leaders to better understand their work and impacts. Daily, someone could expect to answer emails, distribute surveys, gather data, and develop written and visual reports.
What Assessment Specialist skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Alaina Steele Ph.D.: This is vital to institutional effectiveness, research, and continuous improvement for higher education institutions. Those working in this field will conduct assessment, evaluation, and research in the service of diversity, equity, inclusion, and transparency. It is important for students and families to know how colleges and universities are performing and, in turn, for institutions to be able to market their programs and leverage data to tell their stories. Educators are also empowered to create more innovative and robust courses with this information. In essence, this work (much of what goes on behind the scenes) powers the institution.
What will help Assessment Specialists increase their earning potential?
Alaina Steele Ph.D.: Someone working in educational assessment, evaluation, and research will be working with faculty, staff, and administrators to determine how an institution is performing in terms of its outcomes. These could include the institutional, programmatic, and course levels. Assessment allows educators to understand their work better and leads to continuous improvement and growth. Through evaluation processes, those working in the field will need to ensure confidentiality, validity, and well designed instruments are provided and that data is stored safely. Someone entering the field should be aware of sensitivity of data, but also work to create dashboards and indicators of outcomes for educational leaders to better understand their work and impacts. Daily, someone could expect to answer emails, distribute surveys, gather data, and develop written and visual reports.
Kacie Blalock Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director, Master of CounselingLouisiana State University at Shreveport
Department Of Psychology
What soft skills should all Assessment Specialists possess?
Kacie Blalock Ph.D.: Soft skills that are essential for counselors include emotional intelligence, empathy, multicultural competency, interpersonal abilities, and authenticity.
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.
Dr., Assistant Professor of Historical and Systematic TheologyVanguard University
Religion, Undergraduate Religion
What general advice would you give to an Assessment Specialist?
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.: Opportunities come in many different shapes and sizes, but they are still out there. Whether you are seeking to land a job in education or the non-profit sector, you will need to familiarize yourself and get used to all things digital, for the sake of communicating effectively. The younger your student or service partner's mindset, the more digitally savvy you will need to be, especially in the classroom and in the non-profit world.
Lesley Casarez Ph.D.
Director, Quality Enhancement Plan Program Coordinator, M.S. Professional School Counseling Associate Professor, Curriculum and InstructionAngelo State University
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Assessment Specialists in the next 3-5 years?
Lesley Casarez Ph.D.: Graduates will need to learn to use technology in which virtual platforms are taking place and web conferencing platforms. Numerous platforms are being used, so the particular platform itself is not as crucial as being well-versed in how virtual education differs from face-to-face environments. Typically, the instructional role in online learning is more of a facilitator, as the educator guides the students to think critically, integrate, and apply new knowledge. This may be difficult for educators who would rather stand in front of a classroom and pass on their knowledge through lecture-based formats. Additionally, being well-versed in various web conferencing platforms will benefit graduates, as they move into a career that is currently requiring communication in virtual environments.