Program Assistant I - Proctor

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Job summary

South Dakota Board of Regents, through the South Dakota State University Testing Center in Brookings, SD, seeks a Program Assistant I – Proctor to deliver a fair, secure testing experience. You will assist examinees, uphold testing integrity, and apply policies while providing friendly service.

This full-time position offers a generous benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team in a campus environment.

Qualifications

• Experience administering and proctoring tests.
• Understanding testing policies and accommodations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain multiple exam certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering, proctoring, and scoring exams.
• Maintain secure testing environment and policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to examinees.
• Coordinate with faculty and staff.

Skills

Test administration

Proctoring

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tech troubleshooting

Teamwork

Job description

Join the Testing Center as a Program Assistant I – Proctor and play an important role in supporting a fair, secure, and positive testing experience. In this position you will deliver excellent customer service, uphold testing integrity and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

The purpose of this position is to support the mission of the Testing Center by assisting individuals in reaching their academic and professional goals by providing a secure, friendly, and comfortable environment where exams are administered, proctored, and scored with integrity. The SDSTATE -TC adheres to the National College Testing Association Professional Standards and Guidelines.

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Test administration and proctoring
• SDBOR policy and guidelines in regard to testing and prior learning credit
• Educational work experience with individuals requiring special accommodations

Skill & Ability to

• Ability to obtain certification from Pearson, Meazure, Praxis, CLEP , ACCUPLACER , ATI , Prov, PSI , ACT , and other exam sponsors
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Attention to detail and flexibility
• Computer skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical problems
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work as a team

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Work Hours

This is a full-time position. Typical work hours are 8-5, M-F; however, there are times when the position may need to work outside of those hours or on Saturday to accommodate special testing sessions.

Duration of the Term

12 months

Appointment Percent

100

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If other, please indicate The ability to obtain and maintain certifications by Pearson, Meazure, CLEP, Praxis, ACCUPLACER, ACT, Prov, PSI, ATI, and other test certifications as needed.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU , Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Describe any of the conditions selected

There are long periods of sitting when proctoring/reading/scribing exams. This position requires typing. The Testing Center building has testing on two different levels and there is no elevator in the building, so the ability to climb stairs is necessary. There are time when staff work on computers and need to be able to crouch, bend, stoop, twist, and crawl under tables. Carrying boxes of testing materials is also required.

Sensory Requirements

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Reference List

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455