University Testing Center Student Proctor

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a University Testing Center Student Proctor at the Springfield Campus. The role involves administering exams, verifying identifications, and maintaining a quiet, secure testing environment. flexibility in hours and potential accommodations support are included.

Responsibilities include in-person and remote proctoring, scheduling support, and basic clerical duties. Prior experience with scribing or reading aloud for accommodations is a plus; strong English

Qualifications

• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive student information.
• Remain punctual and focused for extended periods.
• Work independently and interact respectfully with a diverse student population.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with flexibility and sound decision-making.
• Strong English language skills including reading comprehension and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Administer exams in-person and remotely following university policies and testing protocols.
• Verify student identification and monitor testing to uphold academic integrity.
• Assist with scheduling, check-in/check-out, and basic clerical tasks as needed.
• Serve as a scribe or reader for testing accommodations, reading aloud or recording responses verbatim.

Skills

Confidentiality

Punctuality

Independence

Adaptability

English proficiency

Active listening

Scribing accuracy

Clear reading aloud

Basic computer skills

Job description

University Testing Center Student Proctor

Position Title University Testing Center Student Proctor

Student Status

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department

Department Library

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $15.00

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours

Department/Employer Operating Hours Monday – Friday: 7:30AM – 6PM, with extended hours during finals week. Student Proctors are required to work finals week. The Testing Center operates during intersessions and some breaks.

How many hours per week are required?

How many hours per week are required? 15-18

Description of Primary Duties

Student Proctors support the daily operations of the Missouri State University Testing Center by providing professional, confidential, and student-centered assistance to examinees and staff. Primary responsibilities include administering exams, both in-person and remote, in accordance with university policies and testing protocols; verifying student identification; monitoring testing to ensure academic integrity; and maintaining a quiet, secure, and distraction-free testing environment. Student Proctors assist with scheduling, check-in/check-out procedures, and basic clerical tasks such as answering the phone, as needed.

Additionally, Student Proctors may serve as a scribe and/or reader for students approved for testing accommodations through the Disability Resource Center. In this role, the assistant accurately reads exam questions and answer options aloud or records student responses verbatim, following strict accommodation guidelines while maintaining neutrality, confidentiality, and academic integrity. The position requires attention to detail, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to interact respectfully with a diverse user population while upholding standards.

Required Qualifications

• - Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with sensitive student information
• - Reliable, punctual and able to remain focused for extended periods of time
• - Comfortable working independently and interacting respectfully with a diverse student population
• - Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility and thoughtful decision-making
• - Strong English language skills, including reading comprehension, clear pronunciation, and correct spelling and grammar
• - Ability to listen carefully and accurately type student responses for scribing without adding, omitting, or changing content
• - Comfortable reading instructions and exams in an audible, clear, steady and neutral manner
• - Basic computer and typing skills

Required Certifications

None are required for hire, but proctors will be required to pass several testing certifications once employed.

Open Date

Open Date 10/20/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/06/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number 20260150STU

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Supplemental Questions

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• * Please indicate the hours you are available for work on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

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If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Student Employment Services
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