Testing Assistant

Dallas College•Richland, WA

12d•$24

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.
Will be subject to a criminal background check.
Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.
Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred.

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.