Corrections Testing Assistant (Casual)

Portland Community College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Portland Community College seeks a Testing Assistant for the Corrections Education team. You will proctor CASAS and GED testing for adults in custody at Columbia River Correctional Institution, ensuring accommodations are provided as needed.

You will maintain testing records, escalate issues, and support learners from diverse backgrounds in a secure classroom setting. This casual role supports PCC’s education mission and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of testing policies and procedures.
• Ability to interpret test results and apply accommodations.
• Experience providing customer service in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide CASAS and GED testing for Adults in Custody (AIC) at Columbia River Correctional Institution.
• Provide approved accommodations for testing according to Oregon Department of Corrections guidelines.
• Proctors make-up testing for students unable to take the test as scheduled.
• Maintain records following established guidelines and procedures.
• Escalate issues to Testing Lead, Education Coordinator, or Education Director as appropriate.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

One year of post-secondary coursework in a relevant field

Tools

CASAS testing

GED testing

Job description

Join Our Team at Portland Community CollegePlease Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.Casual positions at Portland Community College have a working hour limit per fiscal year. Please see the Casual Employment at PCC section below for more details.CASAS and GED Testing – The casual Testing Assistant is an important part of the Corrections Education team, providing CASAS and GED test proctoring for adults in custody (AIC) who participate in the education program at Columbia River Correctional (near the Portland airport). Proctoring experience is preferred, but specific training is provided.The Testing Assistant provides front-line services to current students and assists them by providing the necessary materials and parameters in which to complete their test.What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking ForTypical Duties and Responsibilities- Provides CASAS and GED testing for Adults in Custody (AIC) at Columbia River Correctional Institution.- Provides approved accommodations for students who need additional resources for testing according to the Oregon Department of Corrections Special Education team.- Proctors make-up testing for students who were unable to take the test at the original scheduled time.- Maintains records following established guidelines and procedures.- Escalates issues to Testing Lead, Education Coordinator, or Education Director as appropriate.- Performs other related duties as assigned.Work Environment and Physical RequirementsWork is performed in the corrections classroom setting, where staff and AIC safety and security is the highest priority. Deadlines and interruptions of workflow are expected and occur on a regular basis.QualificationsHigh school education or equivalent. One year of post-secondary coursework in a relevant field and one year of experience working in an administrative or other similar environment is required. Experience performing the duties of the job may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of:- Policies and procedures related to testing, and placement;- Assessment and the interpretation and application of test results;- Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations;Skills in:- Problem solving;- Good time management;- Providing excellent customer service.Ability to:- Utilize computer technology and operate a variety of office equipment;- Work with adult learners of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds;- Remain calm in difficult situations and offer viable solutions;- Effectively communicate in oral and written form;- Work collaboratively in a fast-changing environment;- Follow protocols and escalation procedures.This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.Job Offers are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check.Casual Employment at PCCCasual Employment CategoriesClerical/Administrative Support Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearService Assistant/Maintenance Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearSkilled Craft Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearTechnical Assistant Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearProfessional Employee can work up to 959 hours in a fiscal yearManagement/Supervisory Employee can work up to 1039 hours in a fiscal yearCasual Compensation Hourly Range$16.80 - $24.95Potential Benefits EligibilityAs a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits . Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.Contact PCC at [e-mail] if you have questionsOregon Veterans' Preference in Public EmploymentPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:Veterans: DD214Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VANotice of the Availability of the Annual Security ReportPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College’s (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.