Assessment Specialist (Northern Region)

The Assessment Specialist coordinates and oversees all day-to-day aspects of administering a range of testing activities conducted College-wide in designated testing areas and computer testing labs. Listed below are the primary responsibilities for this position; however the Associate Dean of Students and his/her designee may assign other professional duties to meet the Colleges needs.

• Keeps the contractual obligation by understanding and upholding the policies of the GED Testing Services/Pearson VUE policies procedures standards and guidelines.
• Coordinates standardized group and/or individual test administration; administers and/or coordinates admissions credentials/certification and vocational aptitude/interest testing.
• Administer a range of standardized tests including but not limited to: GED TABE ACT Work keys ACT etc.
• Follow all GED/Pearson VUE ISTC testing program policies procedures and schedules and ensure adequate staffing for the administration of examinations.
• Order and maintain the administration of tests by test administrators and proctors; ensure test instructions are accurate and that appropriate testing environments are maintained.
• Ensures that test results are fairly and accurately scored utilizing automated or manual processes configures and operates test scoring scanners and sets up and maintains computerized test score tracking systems and databases.
• Provides routine reports reviews information and advisement to the GED Chief Examiner.
• Keeps informed of advancing technology in standardized test administration computer-based testing machine scoring and associated software.
• Maintains and reviews all test logs testing session reports test incident reports and other documentation
• Schedules and publicizes testing sessions throughout the year.
• Verifies the identity and eligibility of testing candidates; checks in examinees explains the exam process and monitors examinees while testing.
• Controls GED testing sessions by following all GED/Pearson VUE and ISTC standards for conducting a testing session under normal conditions or with accommodations.
• Communicates with internal (Pearson VUE) departments to investigate and fix technical issues
• Handling personal or confidential information.
• Maintains a valid Alabama drivers license and is eligible for College automotive insurance coverage.
• Must be willing to travel to other locations as needed.
• Must be eligible to enter any/all Department of Corrections (DOC) Federal Correctional Institutions (FCI) and Pardons & Paroles Facilities to perform the job duties and maintain this status for continued employment.
• Possesses an understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college.
• Possesses a sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity.
• Complies with any applicable guidelines and policies set forth by the Alabama Community College System and J. F. Ingram State Technical College.

• Proficient in Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Proficient in the general use of computers and other office equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make independent judgments problem-solving provide leadership and work with diverse groups of people.
• Excellent organizational skills be attentive to detail and can prioritize multiple tasks.
• Willing to be flexible with work schedule as workload dictates.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality and professional integrity.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others internal and external to the College.

REQUIRED:

• An associates degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Must have a valid drivers license with a clear driving record.
• Must be willing to travel across the assigned Alabama region.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

• A bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of experience in teaching training counseling or testing.

General Information: J.F. Ingram State Technical College is a postsecondary correctional education institution. Our mission is to provide quality educational services to individuals incarcerated in central Alabamas correctional facilities. The student population served is diverse in age race educational economic and cultural background.

Salary Range: Salary will be determined by placement on the appropriate Alabama Community College System-approved salary schedule. E3 03 ($45220 - $62710)

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: you have problems completing your application contact the Human Resources Coordinator at .

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy notice and submit a completed online application packet through the online application system by the deadline date to be considered for this position. The applicants sole responsibility is to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

A complete application consists of the following:

• Online employment application
• Current resume
• Copies of college transcripts

Application materials including transcripts must prove that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however the College may request official transcripts before extending an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

The College will not incur the cost of applicants interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receiving a clearance notification from the criminal background check. If a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Ingram State Technical College (ISTC) actively participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) which electronically confirms an employees eligibility to work in the United States as the Department of Homeland Security requires. Applicants hired by ISTC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.

ISTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall on the grounds of race color disability gender religion creed national origin or age be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. ISTC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. ISTC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time before the awarding.