Invigilator December 2026 Exams

McMaster University; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

McMaster University invites applications for Examination Invigilators, Office of the Registrar (Casual). The role involves setting up examination rooms, monitoring tests, and handling exam materials. The position is casual and based on the Fall Term schedule within Hamilton, Ontario.

Hourly rate is $20.00, with shifts typically from 8:15am to 3:15pm or 3:15pm to 10:15pm. Applicants must be available for the entire examination period; students and McMaster full-time employees are not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and orientation to Invigilator I.
• Review, format and print test and exam materials in accordance with guidelines.
• Liaise with faculty and academic departments regarding administration of materials.
• Distribute, collate and collect examination papers and answer booklets.
• Monitor students during examinations and escort as required.
• Handle inquiries via in person, email or phone per guidelines; escalate as needed.

Education

High School

Job description

Examination Invigilators, Office of the Registrar (Casual)

High School

Entry Level

Hourly Rate

$20.00

Schedule

Fall Term final examinations take place Friday December 11th to Wednesday December 23th.

Candidates must be able to work Monday to Saturday anywhere from 8:15am to 10:15pm. Examination Invigilators are normally scheduled from 8:15am to 3:15pm or 3:15pm to 10:15pm. Hours are assigned on the basis of need, determined by the number of examinations scheduled and on the availability of the incumbent. Minimum number of work hours cannot be guaranteed. Must be able to commit to working throughout the entire examination period.

Current undergraduate students, graduate students,or McMaster full-time employees are NOT eligible for this position.

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs the set-up of examination rooms, monitoring of students during examinations according to established procedures. Responsible for the review and formatting of test and exam materials and follow-up with faculty and academic departments.

Duties

• Provide information and orientation to Invigilator I.
• Review, format and print test and exam materials in accordance with established guidelines and standards.
• Liaise with faculty and academic departments regarding the administration of test and exam materials.
• Distribute, collate and collect examination papers, answer booklets and associated exam materials.
• Monitor students during examinations and escort students as required.
• Monitor and respond to inquiries from students, faculty and academic departments in person, over email or on the phone, based on established guidelines. Escalate as required.
• Ensure adherence to examination regulations.
• Administer student sign-ins.
• Complete and submit incident reports as required.
• Enter, record and maintain information in spreadsheets and databases.
• Ensure desk and work stations are in clean working condition.
• Act as a Scribe for students according to what the student is dictating.
• Act as a Reader and read examination papers clearly.
• Make pre-scribed announcements throughout the examination period.
• Review identification of and return completed examination materials to authorized faculty or academic personnel
• Set-up test and examination arrangements including technical support.

We will contact selected applicants by e-mail.

Before the start of the examination period candidates selected to work as Examination Invigilators are required to watch a training video and complete the EOHSS (Environmental & Occupational Health Support Services) training required for safety training. All employees will be paid for the successful completion of all required training modules.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity‑seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

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