Testing Clerk

Full job description Primary Purpose Join our team and enjoy a work-life balance like no other! With up to 11 holidays, paid Fridays off in the summer, a generous winter break, longevity-based vacation and paid sick leave, you'll have the time to recharge and thrive. We invite you to join Southwestern Oregon Community College in fulfilling our mission by supporting the cultural and educational needs of our diverse communities.
We also offer tuition and fee waivers for employees and dependents, a comprehensive retirement plan (PERS), and discounts at the campus store. Apply now and experience the benefits of a caring community college that values your time and well-being.



PRIMARY PURPOSE
To administer, monitor, and maintain a secure testing environment for the CASAS online E-tests for Oregon Title II programs; may include evening hours.
Description of Essential Functions Testing and Proctoring (90% of Time) Prepare and organize test administration, according to CASAS, college, and state guidelines. Prepare and organize accommodation testing, in accordance with college guidelines. Maintain necessary materials and supplies, using mandated security procedures and guidelines. Comply with certification requirements for CASAS E-test proctors. Keep all testing candidate and exam information confidential. Work evenings as requested. Follow safety procedures and maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner. General Testing Center Coordination (10% of Time) Create a comfortable, pleasant environment for the testing candidates. Perform light clerical duties that could include copying, filing, stapling, assisting students with registration, answering the phone and taking messages. Attend meetings and training sessions as directed. Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required.


Minimum of two years of experience operating computers, including using software such as testing software, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.


Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
A level of computer literacy sufficient to produce documents as may be required by the position. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter. Ability to work effectively and sensitively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, and abilities. Ability to model and ensure diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, social class, sexual orientation, ability, nationality, age, language, origin, or employment status. Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations. Requires sufficient communication and human relations skills to resolve complaints/issues, defuse anger, and gain cooperation. Ability to perform, data entry in the college-wide Student Information System, word processing and spreadsheet applications. Exhibit a high level of computer literacy, sufficient to use software such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases to produce correspondence, documents and reports. Sufficient manual dexterity to be able to operate office computer, typewriter and calculator. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of department records and/or information as requested. Astute attention to detail to determine and maintain the integrity of testing unit. Knowledge of and the ability to access college and community resources. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate Degree Three (3) months experience in training administration Specific training in testing protocols and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES:
None Additional Job Information JOB TITLE: CASAS Proctor and Testing Clerk LOCATION: Coos County Campus


FTE: Part Time - .48 FTE 10-19 hours per week
Workweek is typically afternoon/evenings, may change due to demand.
DEPARTMENT: Adult and Pre-College Education


PAY GRADE: B ($13.23 - $14.97 Full range)
EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exempt


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Enclosed
REPORTS TO: Director of Adult and Pre-College Education and Tutoring


CLASSIFICATION: Classified, contingent on continued grant funding


REVISION DATE : April 2023

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Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
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