Testing Coordinator

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville, FL seeks a Student Affairs Program Coordinator to support testing services for accommodated exams at the Disability Resource Center.

The role coordinates exam scheduling, room assignments, and handles inquiries from students, faculty and staff while ensuring accessibility and compliance with relevant laws. A strong candidate will assist with interviewing and training student workers and maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor’s with two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of accessibility and testing accommodations.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists Testing Leadership Team in managing accommodated exams.
• Coordinates exam schedules and room assignments.
• Responds to testing inquiries via phone, email, or in person.
• Prepares exam materials per accommodations and directions.
• Trains/testing student assistants and supports staff.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Student support services

Written and oral communication

Customer service

Education

Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with two years of experience

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Classification Title

Student Affairs Program Coordinator

Classification Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Job Description

Assists the Testing Leadership Team in managing accommodated exams at the Disability Resource Center. Coordinates exam schedules and room assignments for accommodated testing. Mitigates student testing concerns in the absence of the Testing Leadership Team. Assists students, faculty and staff in trouble shooting issues that arise with the testing management system. Responds to testing inquiries and including answering phone calls, emails, an in-person questions regarding testing services.

Prepares exam materials according to student accommodations and instructor directions. Creates alternative exam formats for students as needed per accommodations. Ensures receipt of exam materials to faculty members. Scans and prepares exams to exit the DRC and returns to instructors in a timely manner.

Assists the Testing Leadership Team with interviewing, hiring, training and development of testing student assistants. Serves as an accommodated testing resource for students, faculty, staff, and service agencies/provider.

Maintains a current knowledge base of federal and state laws, regulations and rules governing the provision of services for persons with documented disabilities and their application within a post-secondary educational setting. Pursues self-directed learning on national trends and best practices in accessibility and accommodated testing.

Serves on departmental committees, task force. Other duties as assigned.

• Monday through Friday, 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm, or 1:30-10:30pm (depending on shift you are assigned)
• Coordinator will be expected to work 8:00am-5:00pm during days that there will not be any night exams or exams after 5pm. Regular work hours may vary based on exam schedule.
• Weekend work during final exam week (2 times a year). One Saturday in Fall and One Saturday in Spring.

Expected Salary

$44,000

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

EDUCATION & TRAINING: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of expertise (such as education, business, or psychology) with at least two or more years of related and practical experience.

Experience

• Experience working with students with physical, sensory, psychological, or learning disabilities

Knowledge

Proficient in use of a Windows-based computer and Microsoft Office.

Skills

• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Strong student support services skills.
• Effective professional written and oral communication skills.
• Skilled customer service abilities

ABILITIES: None noted

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: None

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Strong work ethic.

Health Assessment Required: No