Part-time Test Room Proctor

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Ottawa is seeking a Proctor for part-time hours to oversee tests and exams across various assessments. The position requires a commitment to ensuring that testing adheres to college policies while supporting students, including those with disabilities. Essential qualifications include a two-year diploma in Office Administration or a related field, along with experience in customer service and working in educational settings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and familiarity with testing platforms is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a Test Services facility in a post-secondary environment.
• Comprehensive experience working with persons who have disabilities in an educational setting.
• Experience in a computerized office setting.

Responsibilities

• Invigilate tests and exams for various assessments.
• Ensure adherence to Algonquin College policies during testing.
• Support first-time users in navigating the online test booking system.

Skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented work

Experience with disabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Two-year diploma in Office Administration or related field

Tools

Clockwork Database

Brightspace

Accuplacer

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Department

Testing Services

Position Type

Part‑Time Support

Salary Range

$25.92‑$30.01 hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Anticipated Start Date

January 05, 2026

Length of Contract

N/A

Posting Information

Employees who are part‑time internal candidates, as defined by the Part‑Time Support Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date

December 18, 2025

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description

The Proctor is responsible for the invigilation of tests and exams for students and applicants participating in a wide range of assessments at the Algonquin College Test Centre and the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) Test Services.

Exams and assessment tools administered include, but are not limited to, college and university course exams, the Accuplacer placement tests, MCTU Exemption Tests, or tests for an external educational institution or organization that Algonquin College has agreed to administer to examinees. Examinees may be applicants to Algonquin College, current Algonquin students, current Algonquin students with disabilities in need of accommodated tests/exams, students of external educational institutions or organizations, and those seeking trades certification.

The incumbent ensures that testing takes place per Algonquin College policies, the policies and procedures of Testing Services, the specific test administration requirements outlined by the test provider or vendor (e.g., Accuplacer), and all disability‑related accommodations are put into place. The incumbent ensures the setup and troubleshooting of individual tests and exams are carried out each day.

The Proctor has a working knowledge of the CAL Database (Clockwork) and is required to support first time users in navigating the online test booking system. The Proctor also has a working knowledge of the Test Centre Online Booking System (TCOBS). The proctor will also be required to acquire a working knowledge of the testing platforms used to administer the full range of tests and exams delivered by Testing Services (e.g., Brightspace and Accuplacer).

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) year diploma or equivalent in Office Administration or related field of study;
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a Test Services facility in a post‑secondary environment which includes the following:
• Comprehensive experience in working with persons who have disabilities in an educational setting;
• Work experience in a complex detail‑oriented, customer service driven, computerized office setting;
• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or certification in Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Office experience with a client database such as Clockwork.

*Position is paid at Payband D

*Vacancy is for P22772

This position is subject to the terms of the Part‑time Support Staff Collective Agreement: 2021‑24‑PT‑Support‑Staff‑CA_FINAL_EN‑1.pdf

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.