Graduate Assistant for Testing Services

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word invites applications for the Graduate Assistant for Testing Services. The GA supports the Coordinator of Testing and Testing Specialist in daily Testing Center operations, and helps administer exams including national computer-based exams.

This role reports to the Coordinator of Testing Services and requires current UIW graduate status. Work is part-time (10-15 hours/week) with an 8am–5pm window, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled UIW graduate or doctoral student.
• Ability to work 10-15 hours per week.
• Available during Testing Center hours Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities

• Assist Testing Center operations and daily exams.
• Proctor computer-based exams.
• Set up and administer faculty make-up exams.
• Serve as information source to students and faculty.
• Maintain confidentiality of testing records.
• Enter data and support monthly reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Current UIW graduate student

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Must be a currently enrolled Graduate or Doctoral student at UIW.

Position Information

Position Title

Graduate Assistant for Testing Services

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant provides support to the Coordinator of Testing, and Testing Specialist in the daily operations of the Testing Center, helping to maintain the integrity of testing process in other testing locations. Serve as the first line of contact with students and faculty, administer faculty make-up examinations, national computer based exams such as CLEP , DSST , BYU FLATS , TSI , and ATI TEAS exams. The Graduate Assistant reports to the Coordinator of Testing Services.

Essential Functions

• Interaction with students, faculty, and administrators in a professional manner.
• Assist with reception duties as necessary.
• Assist Coordinator during testing and supervises daily exams as required.
• Facilitate administration of faculty make-up exams.
• Set up and administer Nelson-Denny work stations and exams as needed.
• Serving as an information source to students and faculty about the services offered.
• Read for and/or scribe for students with accommodations as necessary.
• Set up CLEP server and work stations as needed.
• Proctor computer-based exams.
• Assist with the coordination of Nelson-Denny exams.
• Coordinate with the QEP Administration, as needed.
• Enter data into testing spreadsheets, as requested by Coordinator or Specialist.
• Assist with the creation of monthly reports.
• Ensure security of make-up exams by following established procedures.
• Monitor exam takers in other testing spaces, as needed.
• Strictly maintain confidentiality of student testing records.
• Comply with University Testing Services policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality with student records.
• Familiarity with University’s student support services and departments.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Current UIW graduate student.

Required Work Experience

Preferred Qualifications

None.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None.

Work Hours

Ability to work at least 10-15 hours per week.
Flexibility to work during Testing Center hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.

Posting Number

Posting Number STU1661PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Students

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 09/21/2026

Multi-Hire Pool No

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 12/18/2026

Reports to

Reports to Coordinator of Testing

Salary $18/hr

Open Date

Open Date 09/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Must be a currently enrolled Graduate or Doctoral student at UIW .

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Professional Reference Contacts

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Writing Sample
• Student Class Schedule
• Statement of Research

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes
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• * Describe your experience working in a customer service environment?

  (Open Ended Question)