Test Administrator

Pearson; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global testing organization is hiring a permanent part-time Test Administrator in Edmonton, Alberta. The role involves responsibilities such as checking in candidates, proctoring exams, and adhering to testing procedures. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, customer service experience, and some knowledge of Microsoft Office. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, with work anticipated to be between 5-10 hours per week, and pay starting at $18.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience proctoring or invigilating exams is highly preferred.
• Beginner to intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Comply with all testing procedures and adhere to company policies.
• Check-in testing candidates, verify identification, and explain the exam process.
• Proctor/invigilate candidates while testing.

Skills

Customer service experience

Proctoring or invigilating exams

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pearson VUE (www.vue.com is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government, and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management and delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in more than 180 countries, where we validate the skills and knowledge of millions of individuals every year. Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson, the world’s leading learning company with global reach and market-leading businesses. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO). Pearson Vue offers a great environment to start or grow your career or retired and would like a part-time position. Pearson is now hiring for a permanent part-time Test Administrator to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. Please note this is a temporary position that will go through the end of December 2025.Starting pay is $18.50 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all testing procedures and strictly adhere to company policies using careful judgment
• Check-in testing candidates, verify identification and explain the exam process
• Proctor/invigilate candidates while testing
• Troubleshoot with internal departments to fix technical issues
• Complete light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming the floors and sanitizing keyboards after each candidate has finished their examination

Scheduling Requirements: Our ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork, with the availability to work a variety of shifts any day – Monday Through Saturday – between the hours of 7:15 AM and 8:00 PM. Candidate must be open to flexible scheduling. This is strictly a part-time position and will remain as such, 5-10 hours per week, with more hours available during our peak periods. Schedules are available at least 1 month in advance.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum of 1 year of customer service experience is preferred
• Experience proctoring or invigilating exams is highly preferred
• Must be flexible in work hours and days
• Beginner to intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time and also escort candidates to and from the testing room. Must be able to bend, stoop and lift up to 20lbs with reasonable accommodation
• Must be comfortable in a quiet testing environment, hear soft voices and see details from a distance

About Us

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world’s lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are. Pearson is an Affinit… [continued EEO statement and company overview]