Testing Assistant

## Testing Assistant Apply locations:
El Centro Campus time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 23, 2026 (21 days left to apply) job requisition :
R13127## ## All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.##
** Weekly Work Hours
** 19.5
** Compensation Range
** N02-Hourly
** Hourly Rate**$23.78 Hourly
** FLSA
* * United States of America (Non-Exempt)
** Position Type
** Staff
* * Position Summary
** Provides administrative assistance and facilitation in the distribution of a range of group and individual standardized testing, both automated and manual, administered through a centralized testing center.
** Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** Knowledge of policies and procedures, applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations related to testing and placement.
* Maintains confidentiality of test materials and results.
* Knowledge and understanding of computerized and manual standardized testing protocol, guidelines, procedures, and standards.
* Ability to oversee test distribution, scoring and test control procedures.
* Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internal and external Dallas College to achieve the goals of the organization.
* Ability to effectively use organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follows through.
* The ability to make decisions and solves problems by proactively gathering the right data/information from the appropriate sources.
* Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and students from varying backgrounds in stressful situations, requiring tact and diplomacy.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Administers and monitors a variety of aptitude and academic placement tests following policies and procedures of Dallas College.
* Follows established guidelines in working with students and faculty.
* Provides general assistance including typing, answering phones, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
* Depending on the area of assignment, maintains a database for statistical reports.
* Administers, scores and records test results within published guidelines of federal, national, state and local exams such as GED, SAT, TOEFL, TASP, and CLEP.
* Maintains efficient operation of computers and related equipment in a testing lab; troubleshoots basic equipment/software problems and directs complex problems to the supervisor.
* Maintains cooperative working relationships with Dallas College's employees and students.
* Provides assistance in the coordination of Dual Credit and related testing at remote locations, which may include arranging the testing site, proctoring, scoring and providing statistical information.
* Some positions will be responsible for the coordination and setup of Distance Education programs, professional association and certification exams.
* Performs computer analysis on test results to assist instructors in determining student comprehension of the test instrument.
* Builds and maintains a database of available tests, computer form numbers, test results and statistical data.
* Retrieves and compiles statistical data for departmental reports as required and as assigned.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.
* Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Physical Requirements
** Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.##
** Minimum Qualifications
*** High school graduate or GED equivalency and one (1) year of work-related experience.
* Must have valid driver’s license.
* Ability to travel throughout Dallas County for off-site testing.
* Official transcript will be required.
* Bilingual preferred.
Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

* The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
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