Lawrence, KS, 66045, USA
7 days ago
University Testing Center Specialist
**29957BR** **Job Title:** University Testing Center Specialist **Department:** University Academic Support Ct **Primary Campus:** University of Kansas Lawrence Campus **Job Description:** **80% -** Schedules and facilitates accommodated exams for qualified students with disabilities and make-up exams for all on-ground sections at KU Lawrence. + This includes the scheduling of in-person exams for students needing accommodations such as readers/scribes, extra time on exams, or a reduced distraction room, and scheduling of in-person exams for individual students needing a make-up exam or larger groups of make-up exams requested by faculty. + Coordinator also proctors exams as necessary. + Utilize university approved systems for exam registration and scheduling (i.e. RegisterBlast). **10% -** Prepare assistive technology for students taking exams. Manage the inventory of technology used in the University Testing Center. **5% -** Prepares reports on test center usage in collaboration with the University Testing Center Manager. **5% -** Other duties as assigned. **Req ID** **(Ex: 10567BR)** **:** 29957BR **Disclaimer:** The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. **Work Schedule:** 8a-5p M-F This position generally works a Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 schedule. Very occasional night or weekend work could be required (e.g., occasional student events such as Hawk Week, final exam week). At certain times of the academic year the work schedule may include a hybrid schedule (e.g., when classes are not in session). **FLSA Status:** Nonexempt **Contact Information to Applicants:** Brianna Lichtenauer Wasser b.lichtenauer.wasser@ku.edu 785-864-4064 **Required Qualifications:** 1. Bachelor's degree with one (1) year of professional experience or Associate’s degree and one (1) year of related experience. 2. Previous experience where attention to detail was required, as shown in application materials. 3. Two (2) years’ demonstrated experience using Microsoft (MS) Windows and MS Office applications. 4. Excellent written communication skills, as demonstrated in application materials. **Employee Class:** U-Unclassified Professional Staff **Advertised Salary Range:** 38,000-40,000 **FTE:** 1.0 **Preferred Qualifications:** 1. One (1) year of full-time or two (2) years of part-time experience working with college students with disabilities by the time of appointment. 2. Experience utilizing assistive technology such as text/screen readers, as evidenced in application materials. 3. One (1) year of KU academic or administrative experience by the time of appointment. **Position Overview:** The University Testing Center Specialist facilitates academic testing accommodations for students with disabilities and make up exams per the University Excused Absence Policy for all University of Kansas students taking courses at the Lawrence campus. The specialist provides in-person front line service to students, assuring the University Test Center provides an optimized exam experience for students while maintaining the academic integrity standards of the University. This is a full-time, 12-month position, which at certain times of the academic year may include a hybrid schedule (e.g., when classes are not in session). The University Testing Specialist reports to the University Testing Center Manager. KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! **Unit Overview:** University Academic Support Centers (UASC) is a comprehensive student support program consisting of three unique centers designed to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at the University of Kansas. UASC supports the University’s commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. UASC programs encourage student participation both in and out of the classroom, support academic and personal development, and link students to other campus and community resources for academic and personal support and development. University Academic Support Centers is a department within Academic Success. **Reg/Temp:** Regular **Application Review Begins:** 24-Mar-2025 **Anticipated Start Date:** 11-May-2025 **Additional Candidate Instruction:** In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position: + Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. + Resume. + List of three (3) professional references. **Only complete applications will be considered.** Application review begins Monday, March 24, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified. **Job Family:** Administrative/Management-KUL **Work Location Assignment:** Hybrid
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