Boca Raton, FL, 33434, USA
2 days ago
Test Center Program Assistant
Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Test Center Program Assistant - Boca Raton, FL. Summary of Responsibilities: + Direct supervision of the Assistant Director assists in the administration and coordination of testing services for the Office of Testing and Certification. + Proctors exams in compliance with a variety of testing rules and regulations, scoring and reporting test results, maintaining test security, integrity, records, and other related responsibilities. + Supports the overall operation of day-to-day testing activities, provides input and feedback, and assists in supervising and training testing staff as needed. + Administers all exams in strict compliance with applicable testing rules, regulations, and procedures. Scores and reports test results as appropriate. + Provides scheduling and check-in assistance to staff, including interpretation of student test records, verifying identification, and taking photographs, if required, of students and candidates signing in for makeup exams, correspondence tests, and computer-based tests (i.e. ACCUPLACER, CLEP, DSST, PSI, PAN, TEAS,) to include PROMETRIC and paper-tests. + Escorts candidates to the appropriate testing room and collect testing materials at the conclusion of exams. Takes lead responsibilities for ensuring completion of assignments and tasks for test given at the work center. + Handles and resolves technical and testing software support issues and external technical support services and reports issues to supervisor. + Provides visual security measures and operate the electronic/digital security systems during testing. Report and document any breach of security and uphold confidentiality policies as determined by the federal government, state, university, department, and testing entities. + Maintains the confidentiality of all examinations housed in and delivered to the Office of Testing and Certification. + Aids in maintaining inventory of all supplies and materials for testing services. Communicates and interacts with staff, faculty, external testing services, community partners and others to ensure effective and efficient delivery of testing services. + Documents and records tests, and information related to testing irregularities and eligibility for testing material usage; and prints, files, and/or emails exams to appropriate instructors, or other personnel. + Provide detailed information to examinees about available tests including test dates, location, deadlines, and fees. + Provide responses to inquiries and requests from students, faculty, staff, and the community, by phone and in person, and refer to the appropriate departments if unable to assist. Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide effective solutions for requests made by faculty and staff. + Operates test center scanner to score tests and transfer scanned data to scoring software, then email statistical analyses and other reports to faculty via e-mail. + Retrieves, disseminates information, and creates reports, documents or memos from Microsoft Office and Banner system. + Operates personal computer, copy machine, printer, shredder. Close office and secure testing labs and sensitive information at the end of the day. + Provide information for Test Preparation operation. T he Department of Undergraduate Studies at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. FAU Benefits and Perks If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: + Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. + State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. + State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service + Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee\_relations/flexwork.php + Sick Leave Pool Program + Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). + Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf + Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: www.bdb.org/apartments Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience; or a High School Diploma from an accredited institution and four years of appropriate experience required. Must be a motivated, organized, self-starter, capable of working independently as well as in a team environment. Strong computer skills. Customer Service/ Teamwork/ Interpersonal Skills/ Diversity. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, customer service skills, and organizational skills are required. Salary: $16.00 per hour. College or Department: Undergraduate Studies Department. Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends as needed. Application Deadline: 2024-12-24 Special Instructions to Applicant: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711 Preference in appointment will be given to eligible veterans, spouses of eligible veterans, and certain family members of eligible veterans, in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 295.07. Please submit your DD214 (Member 4 preferred) showing your dates and character of service with your application as an attachment or scan and email to jobs@fau.edu prior to the closing date of the position. Make sure the email includes your name and the REQ# of the job that was applied to. Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. A resume is required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents will result in disqualification. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial (http://fau.edu/jobs/applicant-resources/) . To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu. Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1. Clery Act Information (https://www.fau.edu/police/clery.php) Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.
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