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Questar Assessment Company Culture
Questar Assessment Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.4/5
Questar Assessment's Overall Culture is rated D-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Environment
B-Executive Team
CTeam
C-Retention
D+Work Culture
D+Questar Assessment CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Stephen Lazer
48 /100
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Diversity at Questar Assessment
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-40
Questar Assessment employees are -40% more likely to recommend Questar Assessment as a great place to work
| 20% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 20% | Passives |
| 60% | Detractors |
Working at Questar Assessment
Working at Questar Assessment is rated below average by 7 employees, across various culture dimensions. Questar Assessment employees rate Environment highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Perks And Benefits have the most room for improvement, putting Questar Assessment’s culture in the Bottom 10% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 10% compared to other companies in New York. See below in detail how working at Questar Assessment was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Questar Assessment
D-
Overall Company Culture at Questar Assessment is rated D-
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Bottom
10%
Questar Assessment ranks in the Bottom 10% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterQuestar Assessment Employee Reviews
Out of 5 Questar Assessment employee reviews, 25% were positive. The remaining 75% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Questar Assessment improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 25% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 75% |
Positive Reviews From Questar Assessment Employees
- What do you like best about the leadership team?They actually listen to the concerns of the workers.
Constructive Feedback From Questar Assessment Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Respecting their employees and making them feel that they are appreciated their hard work
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?I haven't received a raise in 5 years and there are no benefits
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?They need to show respect and appreciation for their employees
Questar Assessment Company Information
Questar Assessment Company Overview
Questar Assessment, Inc. provides custom and proprietary scoring, scanning, and reporting services to K-12 education market. It develops
Questar Assessment Mission, Vision & Values
Questar Assessment Mission Statement
We are a K–12 assessment solutions provider focused on building a bridge between learning and accountability. As a wholly-owned, independently-operated subsidiary of Educational Testing Service, we share a belief that better measurement solutions can make a positive impact on education. We take a fresh and innovative approach to design, delivery, scoring, analysis, and reporting. And we are reimagining how assessment can empower educators by giving them the insights they need to improve instruction and fully prepare students for college or career. Our high-quality, reliable assessment products and services are easily scaled and tailored to meet the specific needs of states and districts at an unprecedented value. Educators trust our high-performing teams and dependable technology to minimize risks and ensure success for states, districts, schools and students.
Questar Assessment Vision Statement
We envision a world in which all educators use meaningful assessments to directly improve instruction and fully prepare students for college or career.
Questar Assessment Values
- We are consumed with delighting our customers and proud of our contributions to education
- We embed quality and integrity into every internal and external effort
- We build high performing teams with functional expertise and a drive to succeed
- We embrace change and promote innovation to improve effectiveness, efficiency and student achievement
- We enthusiastically tackle challenges with collaboration, mutual support and good humor
| Headquarter | 4 Hardscrabble Heights, P.O. Box 382 Brewster, NY United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.questarai.com |
| Founding Date | 2007 |
| Tel | 9529970709 |
| Company Status | Private |
Questar Assessment Competitors
Questar Assessment competitors include PeopleAdmin. Questar Assessment ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Questar Assessment compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Questar Assessment Employees
7 employees at Questar Assessment have reviewed Questar Assessment across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 7 Questar Assessment employees give their leadership a grade of D-, or Bottom 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Questar Assessment are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Questar Assessment, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Questar Assessment are generally satisfied with their team. 7 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at Questar Assessment are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Questar Assessment believe the environment at Questar Assessment is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Questar Assessment is comfortably fast. About 67% of the employees at Questar Assessment work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Questar Assessment are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Questar Assessment - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in New York about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. New York employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Questar Assessment KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Questar Assessment's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 Questar Assessment employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Questar Assessment CEO & Leadership
Questar Assessment CEO - Stephen Lazer
48 /100
Stephen’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Stephen in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in New York. Stephen Lazer’s employees rank Questar Assessment in the Top 40% for Environment, in the Bottom 40% for Executive Team, and in the Bottom 35% for Team. When compared to Questar Assessment’s competitors, Stephen Lazer ranks below PeopleAdmin CEO Jack Blaha.
Questar Assessment Leadership
The Questar Assessment Executive Team is rated a “C” and led by CEO Stephen Lazer, CFO, Executive Vice President of Finance and Operations Jason Hake, and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Nate Ober
Stephen Lazer CEO / President
Stephen Lazer serves as the CEO / President of Questar Assessment.
Jason Hake CFO, Executive Vice President of Finance and Operations
Jason Hake serves as the CFO, Executive Vice President of Finance and Operations of Questar Assessment.
Nate Ober Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Nate Ober serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Questar Assessment.
Jim McMann Vice President of Operations
Jim McMann serves as the Vice President of Operations of Questar Assessment.
John Jesse Vice President of Sales and Marketing
John Jesse serves as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Questar Assessment.
Jeff Peterson VP - Government Relations
Jeff Peterson serves as the VP - Government Relations for Questar Assessment, Inc.. Jeff started at Questar Assessment,... read more
Pat DeVito SVP
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Terry Appleman VP Performance Assessment
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Anton Leof VP, Partnerships and Corporate Development
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Questar Assessment Salaries
How much does Questar Assessment pay?
How much do people at Questar Assessment get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Questar Assessment is $118,731, or $57 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $125,890, or $60 per hour.
At Questar Assessment, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $248,349 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $52,695 annually. Average Questar Assessment salaries by department include: IT at $109,289, Admin at $64,340, Product at $138,583, and Sales at $229,713. Half of Questar Assessment salaries are above $125,890.
4 employees at Questar Assessment rank their Compensation in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 12 ratings) while 3 employees at Questar Assessment rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 4 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $77k | $77k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $100k | $100k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $119k | $119k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $193k | $193k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $244k | $244k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $263k | $263k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $330k | $330k | 100th Percentile |
$118,731*
Average Compensation
$125,890*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Questar Assessment Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Questar Assessment
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Questar Assessment across various culture dimensions.
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Questar Assessment Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Questar Assessment PTO
Questar Assessment's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Questar Assessment's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Questar Assessment's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Questar Assessment applied for 3 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
3
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (3 out of 3)
- 0% Denied ( out of 3)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 3)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 3)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Questar Assessment on Comparably
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Questar Assessment
What is Questar Assessment address?
Questar Assessment location is at 4 Hardscrabble Heights, P.O. Box 382
Who is the CEO of Questar Assessment?
Questar Assessment CEO is Stephen Lazer, their score by employees is 48
What is Questar Assessment eNPS?
The eNPS for Questar Assessment is -40
What is the salary for Director of Engineering in Questar Assessment?
Director of Engineering average salary in the US is 195k
What are the salaries in the Finance in Questar Assessment?
The average salaries for Finance in Questar Assessment is 93k
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