Test Room Proctor (Casual, Multiple Positions Available)

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Algonquin College seeks a Proctor to invigilate tests and exams at the CAL Test Services. The role supports diverse assessments, ensures accommodations are in place, and manages test setup and troubleshooting for daily operations.

The ideal candidate holds at least a two-year diploma in office administration with strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with Clockwork in a post-secondary setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year diploma or equivalent in office administration.
• At least two years’ experience in a Test Services facility in a post-secondary setting.
• Experience assisting persons with disabilities in an educational context.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Clockwork or similar client databases.

Responsibilities

• Invigilate tests and exams for a wide range of assessments.
• Ensure testing complies with Algonquin policies and test-provider requirements.
• Set up and troubleshoot tests and exams daily.
• Support first-time users navigating online booking systems (TCOBS).
• Acquire working knowledge of testing platforms (Brightspace, Accuplacer).

Skills

Microsoft Office

Clockwork

Customer service

Disability accommodations

Test Services

Education

Office Administration diploma

Tools

Clockwork

Job description

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

Department:

CAL Test Services

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$27.64-$32.01-Hourly

Sc** heduled Weekly Hours:

0

Anticipated Start Date:

September 06, 2026

Posting Closing Date:

September 2, 2026

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

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

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:

• Minimum two (2) year diploma or equivalent in office Administration or equivalent field of study;

• Minimum two (2) years’ 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.

This position requires on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.

*This position is paid at Payband D-Comparator

*Shifts vary 7 days a week.

*Contracts Lengths vary from 4 months to 1 year

*These vacancies are for future consideration

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well‑being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024.

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

How We Use AI in Hiring:

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. 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.