Testing Center Assistant (Part-time)

Primary Location:

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer a variety of testing activities: Certification/Licensure Correspondence CLEP TSIA Assessment Instructional and other tests. Will be required to ensure compliance with all institutional policies and procedures testing standards and national regulatory requirements (i.e. ADA accommodations FERPA).
• Operate and troubleshoot testing software systems ensuring a seamless testing experience.
• Interpret TSIA test scores course placement and possible retest options for credit students
• Assist testers in a courteous and professional manner to ease their anxiety. Conduct all test-taking activities in a nondiscriminatory manner (in accordance with local laws and regulations) to ensure that all testers receive equal treatment.
• Perform assigned responsibilities duties and tasks according to the established practices and procedures with minimal supervision within the assigned timeframe while maintaining a professional attitude at all times.
• Respond to all telephone inquiries regarding types of tests offered hours of Testing Center operations and fees/requirements of special test administration.
• Maintain the security and integrity of the testing center by following protocols to create an atmosphere that is secure and minimizes distractions. Provide close student monitoring at all times during testing to ensure the integrity of the test.
• Assist faculty with the intake of instructional tests. Keep accurate records of exams and incidents.
• Support ACCESS department by providing student tests following the accommodation guidelines.
• Accurately input exam results and other related data into the appropriate reporting system. Retrieve and interpret test results from various testing platforms.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with College policies procedures and core values.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of FERPA
• Knowledge of TSIA/testing rules
• Knowledge of computers and data entry
• Knowledge of college policies procedures and operations
• Knowledge of prescribed testing conditions and testing security
• Knowledge of various policies for receiving and sending exams within the college and between institutions
• Knowledge of computer programs used to impute testing instruction data
• Knowledge of changing policies and procedures for National State and Collin exams
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Customer Service skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to articulate testing requirements
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions precisely
• Ability to interact with department staff students vendors and other college departments
• Ability to maintain constant vigilance and detect any sign of scholastic dishonesty
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive student and testing information
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to use various office technology and equipment

Physical Demands Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically include talking hearing seeing grasping standing walking and repetitive motions plus stooping kneeling crouching and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Required
Associate degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year of related experience.

Preferred

Bachelors degree.

Equivalency Language:

At least sixty (60) hours of college credit or at least two (2) additional years of directly related experience may be substituted to meet the education requirement.

Licenses & Certifications:

This position must obtain Accuplacer CLEP Meazure Learning Person VUE and other proctor certifications within 90 days of employment.

**This position is Security Sensitive; therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add change amend or delete portions of this job description at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

- Provide coverage for other testing center locations.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Compensation Type:

Employment Type:

Compensation:

Hourly

For any employment questions please contact HR at or send an email to: .

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.