PT Testing Services Technician

JOB Position Summary:

The Testing Services Technician assists in the administration of tests, coordination of testing procedures, processes, and schedules, and collaborates with faculty and staff to ensure testing services are available to students and the community.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is

ILLUSTRATIVE

ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Note:

Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties and Responsibilities:

Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position: Administers standardized testing to include but not limited to High School Equivalency, Strong Interest, MBTI, ETA, HESI, TEAS, ASE, ACCUPLACER, Pearson VUE, MEAZURE, online placement testing, online and onsite faculty make-up exams; provides testing information to students, staff, faculty and other community members; proctors instructor tests and various exams from other educational institutions Greets students and assists with check-in and exam scheduling; ensures proper completion of forms and identification checks for all examinees; confirms security of testing materials and reports any security violations; maintains proper inventory of testing materials; ensures compliance with exam return and/or destruction policiesAnswers multiple phone lines, responds to e-mail and voicemail requests; maintains neat and organized reception and shared workspaces Confirms documentation of student test scores, prepares reports of test results; maintains required records, logs, files, and student testing database; communicates with all contracted testing providers and candidates Participates in staff training, departmental meetings, and professional development; maintains current test administrator certifications; attends state and national conferences and other events as requestedPerforms other related duties as assigned

General Expectations:

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel is required. Early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions of this position require: visual and auditory observation, lifting, manual dexterity, and ability to communicate.

Light Work:

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds requires a good deal of walking or standing

Mental Application:

Utilizes memory for details, ability to understand and provide verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important

Reports To:

Director of Testing Services