Testing Technician

Tennessee Board of Regents; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

14 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

Retirement plans

401K/403B options

Educational benefits

State employee discounts

Job summary

Dyersburg State Community College is seeking a Testing Examiner to administer and proctor a variety of examinations at the Tipton County center and other DSCC locations. You will work with campus partners to schedule tests, support accommodation needs, and maintain accurate records in the Banner system.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in standardized testing, with the ability to communicate clearly and manage multiple tasks, including evening or weekend testing when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience in administering standardized tests.
• Experience coordinating testing accommodations for students.

Responsibilities

• Administer and proctor authorized examinations at DSCC locations.
• Assist the Testing Coordinator in scheduling testing.
• Coordinate with the Counselor and ADA Coordinator for accommodations.
• Maintain certification and testing records in Banner Student Information System.
• Score examinations, communicate results, and notify applicants.
• Provide testing information to applicants, students and staff.
• Collaborate with IT staff and vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare and provide testing-related data and reports.
• Evaluate digital accessibility of testing platforms and propose alternatives.
• Serve on college committees and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independence

Communication skills

MS Office

Organization & punctuality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Experience testing

Tools

Banner SIS

Slate CRM

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer and proctor authorized examinations at the DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County (JNC) and other DSCC locations as needed, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Exams may include, but are not limited to:
  • College placement exams
  • Entrance exams for selective admission programs
  • DSCC institutional exams
  • High school equivalency exams
  • College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams
  • Pearson VUE exams
  • Local dual credit exams for high school partners.
• Assist the Testing Coordinator in determining a schedule for testing conducted at the JNC.
• Coordinate with the DSCC Counselor and ADA Coordinator to support accommodations for students with disabilities testing at the JNC.
• Maintain certification as a testing examiner to ensure compliance with testing regulations for all types of exams provided.
• Score examinations, communicate results, and maintain accurate testing records in the Banner Student Information System.
• Provide testing information and support to applicants for admission, students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Communicate and coordinate with Information Technology staff, vendors, and technical support providers to resolve complex technical issues.
• Provide timely and accurate communication regarding testing to the college community.
• Prepare and provide testing-related data, operational information and reports as requested.
• Evaluates and reports on the digital accessibility of testing platforms, software and other exam-delivery technologies. Collaborates with the college’s Accessibility Imitative to identify and develop alternative access plans as needed.
• Serve on college committees and participate in institutional initiatives and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Sedentary: Deskwork; occasional travel required for college or program activities. Flexibility to provide testing services in the evening or on the weekends required. Normal movement. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Flexibility to provide Testing Center services in the evening or on the weekends required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work independently to solve problems and handle a variety of assignments simultaneously in an organized, systematic manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Maintain organized work processes, adhere to established schedules and deadlines, and sustain dependable attendance and punctuality.

Minimum Requirements of Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience in administering standardized tests.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in administering standardized tests.
• Experience in Ellucian’s Banner Student Information System.
• Experience in using Slate CRM for scheduling and events.
• Experience in a Community College or University setting.

Salary range-$38,382-$46,081

Dyersburg State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.

Dyersburg State Community Collegeis a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.