2627-135 - Learning Commons Assistant – Test Centre Administrator (TS8) - Cumberland Campus
Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC
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Job summary
Nova Scotia Community College is seeking a Learning Commons Assistant - Test Center Administrator to join the Cumberland Campus in Springhill, NS. This on-site role supports the Testing Centre, accessibility services and on-campus learning support, with a focus on student success and data-driven service delivery.
Reporting to the Manager of Student Services and Library Services, the role may include weekend/evening hours and collaboration across campus events.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary certificate/diploma in a related field.
- Minimum of two years of related experience.
- Experience in a post-secondary institution or with adult learners.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, printers and copiers.
- Experience in a test environment is an asset.
- Experience with assistive technology is an asset.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, email and Office 365; strong assistive tech experience.
- Strong computer literacy with MS Office, Teams, Brightspace, EnCampus, Pearson Vue and PeopleSoft.
- Comfort with a digital environment and adapting to new technology.
- First Aid and mental health/wellness training is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Administering tests through the Testing Centre, coordinating tests, communicating with students and faculty, and test invigilation.
- Supporting accessibility with accommodated testing and assistive technology.
- Providing on-campus learning support (notetaking, study strategies, time management, digital literacy).
- Collecting, analyzing and reporting service delivery data for improvement.
- Supporting campus events, orientations and convocation.
- May require some Saturday and evening hours.
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Job description
The Opportunity Springhill, NS Education and Training Experienced Seasonal Competition Number: 2627-135
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Pension plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Aid
- Wellness Programs
Commencing approximately August 31, 2026 and ending late May 2027, and recurring annually between late August and late May
$47,711.56 to $55,553.09 annually
Reporting on-campus to the Manager of Student Services, and functionally to the Manager of Libraries and Learning Commons, you will support the delivery of services by:
- Administering tests through the Testing Centre. This includes coordinating and scheduling tests, communicating with students and faculty, and test invigilation. NSCC Testing Centres provide both internal and external testing.
- Supporting accessibility by providing accommodated testing and providing support for assistive technology.
- Providing learning support services on-campus, such as by providing support for notetaking, study strategies, time management, and digital literacy, to individuals and groups.
- Supporting continuous service improvement by collecting, analyzing and reporting on service delivery data.
- Supporting the success of campus events, activities and initiatives, such as orientations and convocation.
- This position may require some Saturday and evening hours.
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:
- The minimum educational qualification for this position is a post-secondary certificate or diploma in an area related to Adult Education, Educational Technology, Administrative and Business Services, Social Services, or Library Technician.
- You have a minimum of two (2) years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience.
- Experience working in a post-secondary institution or with adult learners.
- Experience troubleshooting computer hardware, software, printers, and photocopiers.
- Experience working in a test environment would be considered an asset.
- Experience working with students with disabilities would be considered an asset.
- Experience supporting/providing service to students in post-secondary, including supporting students with assistive technology would be considered an asset.
- You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and Office 365 with strong demonstrated experience with assistive technology, e.g., text-to-speech software, accessibility features in desktop and web applications and equipment.
- Strong demonstrated computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Brightspace, EnCampus, Pearson Vue and PeopleSoft.
- You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
- First Aid and mental health and wellness training would be considered an asset.
- You demonstrate a commitment to equity diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
- You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization.
- You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
- Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
- You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in educational and assistive technology programs, library services, and/or invigilating tests.
- You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Understanding of adult learning and student development principles.
- You are a strong communicator.
- You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to booking tests and scheduling appointments.
- You have proven records and information management skills and abilities related to service delivery data.
- You demonstrate a strong commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, excellence, teamwork, and supporting student success.
- You have proven ability and time management skills to work in a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy and attention to detail.
- You are dedicated to life-long learning.
Nova Scotia Community College
The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.
NSCC is organized into six campus regions and one stand-alone campus. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.
- Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre
- Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre
- Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus
- Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre
- Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)
- Sydney Waterfront and eCampus Region: Includes Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus
- Ivany Campus
Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.
NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR & Talent Consultant, at nikki.berrigan@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.
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