Fargo Testing & Tutoring Coordinator

Undisclosed; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

North Dakota State College of Science in Fargo seeks a full-time, 12-month benefited position to lead testing, tutoring, and academic support services, promoting student achievement, retention, and persistence.

You will coordinate testing across Fargo locations, recruit and supervise tutors, collaborate with faculty, and deliver workshops on academic skills to students, faculty, and staff. A bachelor's degree is required; master's is preferred, with strong communication and tech skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other technology platforms used in student support environments.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordinator for testing operations across Fargo locations to ensure consistent service delivery and coverage.
• Lead tutoring operations, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of student and professional tutors.
• Collaborate with faculty and Student Success staff to identify, support, and connect students with appropriate academic interventions that promote learning, persistence, and success.
• Facilitate academic coaching meetings with students as the role evolves.
• Develop and deliver presentations and workshops regarding academic skills and available support resources to students, faculty and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Technology adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Communications, Student Affairs, Behavioral Sciences, Liberal Arts

Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work

Tools

Campus Connection

Starfish

Blackboard

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full-time, 12-month, benefited position

Provide leadership and coordination of Fargo testing, tutoring, and academic support services to promote student achievement, retention, and persistence.

• Serve as the primary coordinator for testing operations across Fargo locations to ensure consistent service delivery and coverage.
• Lead tutoring operations, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of student and professional tutors.
• Collaborate with faculty and Student Success staff to identify, support, and connect students with appropriate academic interventions that promote learning, persistence, and success.
• Facilitate academic coaching meetings with students as the role evolves.
• Develop & deliver presentations and workshops regarding academic skills and available support resources to students, faculty & staff.

Strategic Value

This position serves as a dedicated academic support professional focused on helping students overcome barriers, strengthen academic skills, and achieve their educational goals through coordinated testing, tutoring, coaching, and student success initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Must support the mission, vision, and values of NDSCS.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Communications, Student Affairs, Behavioral Sciences, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing needs, and provide excellent customer service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other technology platforms used in student support environments.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and community partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, academic advising, counseling, tutoring, student support services, or other educational settings focused on student learning and success.
• Experience administering or coordinating testing services, including proctored and accommodated testing.
• Experience teaching, tutoring or presenting to individuals and groups.
• Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and supporting student employees.
• Knowledge of student development theory, academic success strategies, and best practices in student support services.
• Experience with technology platforms related to student information systems(e.g. Campus Connection, Starfish, Blackboard)
• Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Additional Information

Salary

$55,000-$62,000, commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program. Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Date Available

As arranged

Screening Begins

Immediately for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.

Background Check

NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to an official offer of the position.

Veterans Preference

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.

Open Records

Pursuant to N.D.C.C. Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours. NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity

NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employers premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business related interests of the employer.

Salary/Compensation: $55,000 - $62,000 per year