Placement and Testing Coordinator

Kent State; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,491,000 - 5,109,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University is seeking a Placement and Testing Coordinator to oversee daily operations of the university’s placement and testing services at Stark Campus, OH. You will act as the primary liaison for designated programs and report to the assigned administrator.

Responsibilities include coordinating testing services (ACT Residual, CLEP, Reassessments), scheduling, staffing, and collaborating with high schools and departments. Strong organizational and communicative skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling or related field.
• Two years’ experience in higher education or related field.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Cognos and Banner.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate placement and testing related programs and ensure policies are followed.
• Assess program and training effectiveness.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings, conferences, or activities.
• May supervise unclassified or classified staff.

Skills

Written comms

Verbal comms

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Training

Organization

Creativity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, counseling or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Cognos

Banner

Job description

Placement and Testing Coordinator

Job no: 989377

Work type: Staff/Unclassified

Physical Location: Stark Campus - North Canton, OH

$46,977-$53,443

To coordinate functions related to the daily operation of the university’s placement and testing. Serve as primary representative to specific programmatic responsibilities as designated by the director. Reports to designated administrator.

Examples of Duties:

• Coordinate placement and testing related programs and ensure policies and guidelines are followed.
• Assess program and training effectiveness.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings, conferences, or special activities.
• May provide direct supervision of unclassified employees, and/or direct supervision of classified staff on an ongoing basis.
• Coordinate university testing services (ACT Residual, CLEP, Reassessments).
• Coordinate the needs of the testing center (scheduling, registration and staffing).
• Coordinate the administration of placement for math, foreign languages, chemistry and English.
• Serve as liaison to academic departments whom set cut scores for placement assessments.
• Oversee administration of placement technologies (Accuplacer and ALEKS).
• Serve as department representative at campus events (eg. DKS, Admissions Events and resource fairs).
• Serve as liaison to various constituent groups relative to university placement and testing procedures and needs.
• Collaborate with high schools, departments, colleges, and faculty members regarding departmental priorities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education, counseling or other relevant field. Two years’ experience in higher education or directly related experience.

License/Certification: Not applicable.

Knowledge Of: Personal computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Cognos, and Banner)

• Written, verbal and interpersonal communication
• Public speaking
• Training/teaching students or professionals
• Organization and attention to detail

• Assess the effectiveness of programming and training initiatives
• Analyze or set national trends related to advising best practices
• Be creative and forward thinking
• Work in a fast paced, sometimes unpredictable environment
• Communicate with a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: Not applicable.

Assessments: Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: None.

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

Advertised: August 25, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: September 15, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time