Princeton, New Jersey-based Educational Testing Service, the iconic private educational testing and assessment organization, has announced a major reduction in force as it concludes its contract with the State of California. The work will be assumed by Durham, North Carolina-based Measurement Incorporated.
The reduction in force will impact 757 California employees, most of whom work remotely, effective December 31, 2025.
According to a company statement, “These individuals were all given the opportunity to apply for roles and continue performing their work with the new vendor. This change is part of an operational shift and does not represent a discontinuation of the work or services provided.”
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