Accommodated Testing Associate

Law School Admission Council • Newtown Township, PA

7h • $21 - $24 • Remote

About The Position

LSAC’s mission is to advance law and justice by promoting access, equity, and fairness in law school admission and supporting the learning journey from prelaw through practice.
Pay rate: $21 to $24/hr, depending on experience
The Accommodated Testing Associate will be responsible for reviewing accommodation requests for testing accommodations on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) submitted by candidates with claimed physical or mental impairments, including but not limited to learning and attention disorders, visual impairments, and physical and neurological disorders.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required, B.A. or B.S. degree in social sciences or equivalent preferred
• 3 years of experience in an office environment with demonstrable knowledge of common software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
• Familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to work in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of common software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook
• Sensitivity to handling personal and confidential information and documentation.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to complete assignments by stringent deadlines.
• Ability to multitask and to coordinate and monitor multiple projects.
• Ability to accept change and be flexible.
• Must embrace diversity and core company values.
• Highly collaborative team player.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude, poise, and professionalism.
• Highly approachable and service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for testing accommodations on the LSAT received from candidates with claimed physical or mental impairments. Approve requests with supported documentation.
• Input data into electronic databases regarding testing accommodation requests used to evaluate requests.
• Fill out corresponding internal forms regarding decisions to approve or deny requests.
• Post decision letters to candidate accounts to reflect decisions made regarding approval or denial of requests.
• Create draft correspondence as needed to communicate decisions and respond to candidates' inquiries.
• Assist in developing and designing documents and written materials to facilitate the testing accommodation request and review process.
• Work collaboratively within the department and other departments to assist with operational matters.
• Communicate by e-mail with candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree