Proctor, Testing, and Assessment - TEMPORARY

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University is seeking an exam proctor to monitor in-person and online examinations, ensuring integrity and a secure testing environment. The role requires attentiveness to instructions, clear communication, and timely reporting of irregular behavior.

On-site position in Fort Lauderdale, FL, with an hourly pay basis and a non-exempt status. Preferred candidates may have prior proctoring experience and must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and online meeting platforms (Zoom, Canvas, Teams).
• Data entry accuracy and strong customer service mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Observe examinees to ensure no use of materials or communication during examinations.
• Escort examinees one at a time during unscheduled breaks.
• Verify secure testing environment by requesting a 360 view via camera when proctoring online exams.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Customer service

Punctual and reliable

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Zoom

Canvas

Teams

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose:

To ensure the integrity of the assessment procedures of the NSU MD and HPD Shared Teaching Program by monitoring in-person and online examinations.

Job Category:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

17.50

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions:

• 1. Observe the examinees to ensure that no one is using written materials or electronic devices and examinees are not communicating with one another in any way.
• 2. Escort examinees one at a time on unscheduled breaks.
• 3. Verify examinees are in a secure testing environment by requesting a 360 view of the room using their laptop or other desktop camera when proctoring online examinations.
• 4. Ensure understanding of testing instructions provided by the course director, chief proctor, or individual(s) responsible for exam administration.
• 5. Participate in any required exam administration training provided by the course director, chief proctor, or individual(s) responsible for exam administration.
• 6. Ensure timely communication with examinees if you identify irregular or concerning behavior (any behavior that falls outside of the expectations for the examination), such as talking, using unapproved electronic devices, inappropriate or unexpected use of electronic devices, etc.

Job Requirements:

• 1. Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• 2. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
• 3. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• 4. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 1. Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), online meeting platforms (Zoom, Canvas, Teams, etc), automated office equipment, and office practices and procedures (e.g., filing, answering telephones, receptionist duties, and supply/equipment ordering).
• 2. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• 3. Data entry skills.
• 4. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• 5. Proactive, punctual and reliable.
• 6. Proctors should be mature, responsible, and respectfully assertive. No one should proctor who is a potential examinee, a relative of an examinee, or involved in or planning to be involved in examination review courses, publications, or similar programs for which a fee is charged.

Required Education:High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous exam monitoring/proctoring experience.

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

No

Sensitivity Disclaimer:

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.