Part-time Test Proctor (Escondido, CA)

NU National University; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

National University in Escondido, CA is seeking a Test Proctor to supervise students during tests. You will verify identities, admit students, provide materials, arrange seating, and ensure confidentiality and compliance with testing protocols.

You will communicate with students and NU staff, assist with scheduling, and support approved accommodations to maintain an equitable testing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year working in a professional office setting providing administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Verifies student identities and checks in students.
• Sets up testing stations and provides test materials.
• Maintains a fair, secure testing environment and enforces rules.
• Tracks test duration and manages timekeeping.
• Assists with test accommodations and communications with staff.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Strong organizational skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Compensation Range: Hourly: $17.00 - $18.34

Position Summary

The Test Proctor supervises students during tests. Test Proctors are entrusted with a wide variety of duties such as: verifying student identities, admission, providing study materials, seating arrangement, keeping information and test documents confidential, assisting the Testing Supervisor with scheduling and returning tests in a timely manner, monitoring examinees and other projects as assigned. Additionally, this position will ensure students receive their approved accommodations to ensure an equitable testing environment. The Test Proctor will ensure test administration protocols and procedures are followed. The Test Proctor will understand and be able to carry out recordkeeping activities and maintain effective communication, as the Test Proctor will be in contact with students, NU staff and the Test Center team.

Essential Functions

• Communicates to students the importance of turning off electronic devices and where to stow electronics, purses, backpacks, jackets, hats, etc.
• This ensures a fair, secure, uncompromised test.
• Checks photo ID and sign in students checking for signature matches and documenting time in/out of test.
• Sets up computerized testing station with correct test and supplying necessary test materials to ensure successful testing environment.
• Greets students and public upon arrival.
• Tracks time of test to ensure students receive the correct amount of time.
• Circulates around room scanning students and test to provide secure test environment.
• Provides students with printouts of test results if possible.
• Answers and routes testing center emails and phone calls as appropriate.
• Punctuality and timeliness.
• Proctors may need to arrive earlier or stay later than the listed test time to ensure available space, computer functionality, and other items as needed to assure students can access the provided exam.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Requirements

Education & Experience: Minimum of one year working in a professional office setting providing administrative support; experience in an educational environment is a plus. Must be able to work some weekends and weekday mornings/afternoons. Must be within the San Diego area and able to travel to different university campuses for test proctoring.

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills

• Exceptional telephone and communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel. PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while paying attention to details and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
• Ability to work and maintain a quiet testing environment.

Location

Onsite, Escondido, CA Travel: No travel required.

#LI-OnSite Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency.

Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part‑time benefits, please click here.

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve.

National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students.

We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community.

With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws.

At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.

National University is breaking barriers in education – and in the workplace.

We’re united in our mission to build a better future for our more than 4,500 employees and our 45,000+ students.

National University prioritizes our employee’s well-being and growth by offering competitive pay and benefits packages, development and advancement opportunities, remote‑first work perks, and more. We value and reward the hard work of our faculty and staff.