Part Time Learning Support Services; LSS Testing Specialist

Part Time Learning Support Services (LSS) Testing Specialist

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Posting Number:
0603810

Position Title:

Part Time Learning Support Services (LSS) Testing Specialist

Position is:
Part Time

Position Type:
Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Ofc.:
Student and Academic Services

Position

Description:

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Position Summary:

This position is responsible for scheduling and administering various tests for students including entry assessment, classroom and industry or program specific tests with disability related accommodations.
Essential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Set-up, conduct and ensure the secure return of tests to instructors:
· Effectively interact with instructors to provide information about testing procedures and faculty responsibilities.
· Communicate with instructors for timely receipt of tests before students arrive for testing and with various faculty office staff to ensure tests are securely delivered to instructors.
· Create and maintain a testing appointment calendar for initial tests and retests.
· Schedule all computer and paper-based tests to comply with LSS procedures.

Protect the integrity of testing:
· Maintain confidentiality and security of all testing materials, test logs and other test documents.
· Follow instructor's test instructions.
· Follow test administration procedures similar to the Testing Center.
· Obtain tests from the Testing Center and academic/occupational departments as needed.
· Troubleshoot any test error and computer issues with the Testing Center, Information Technology (IT) Department, LMS Support and LSS Assistive Technology Specialist.
· Monitor individual students taking tests - paying close attention to cheating or prevention of cheating.
· Immediately address any allegations or observations of cheating.
· Ensure approved accommodations are provided for various types of tests. including entry assessment, industry or program entrance or certification tests.
· Review testing instructions with students considering specific test requirements from faculty, guide students through online practice tests and secure logins.
· Clarify approval of accommodations with LSS Program Specialists prior to testing.
· Provide accommodations including acting as reader/scribe.
· Provide an accessible physical environment.
· Ensure and maintain a quiet, reduced distraction testing environment.
· Work with students to explain testing procedures and student responsibilities when testing in LSS.
· Maintain tests and instructions in a secure location.
· Ensure coverage for time off and peak periods.
· After planning schedule for proctors during peak periods, request approval and assignment of other staff for additional coverage from LSS Director.
· Ensure all staff assisting during peak periods receive clear instructions.
· Update processes and procedures timely. Keep updated on new and emerging technology related to test administration including accessibility software.
· Work cooperatively with the LSS AT Specialist in setting up and troubleshooting accessibility for individual tests on an ongoing basis.
· Utilize Accommodate to manage Testing Appointments and tracking.

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