Testing Center and Accommodation Assistant

Benedictine University • Lisle, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Benedictine University seeks a part-time Testing Center and Accommodation Assistant to support students who use the Testing Center and the Office of Academic Accommodations and Accessibility. The role combines exam proctoring with student intake support and serves as a welcoming, dependable point of contact for students, faculty, and staff. The position is 20 hours per week and is located at the Lisle Campus. It reports to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs and pays $20.50 per hour. The position is part-time and non-benefit eligible, although the posting also describes a benefits package and notes that eligibility requirements may apply.

The successful candidate will contribute to Benedictine University’s mission by supporting students as whole persons and will bring patience, attention to detail, and a commitment to student support. The work takes place in a normal office environment. University-specific and/or OSHA-related training is required and may be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all training required by the University and follow campus-specific pandemic protocols.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential student information with care and exercise sound judgment.
• Comfort using scheduling, email, and basic office technology.
• Patience, attention to detail, and commitment to supporting students as whole persons.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including regularly talking or hearing; frequently standing, walking, handling objects, and reaching; occasionally lifting office products and supplies up to 20 pounds alone or with assistance; and potentially bending or sitting for long periods.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with students, proctoring exams, or supporting accessibility services is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and proctor exams; prepare testing spaces and materials; monitor testing sessions; and return completed exams according to University procedures.
• Coordinate with faculty and students to ensure approved testing accommodations are implemented accurately and confidentially.
• Assist students in beginning the accommodations process by explaining intake steps, scheduling appointments, collecting materials, and maintaining records.
• Refer questions about eligibility or accommodation decisions to appropriate professional staff.
• Help maintain an organized, accessible, and supportive testing environment.
• Complete University-specific and/or OSHA-related training required for the job and follow campus-specific pandemic protocols.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Life insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and mental health days, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Retirement savings options, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Access to counseling and mental well-being resources.
• Tuition reimbursement for education and professional development, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Financial wellness advisors.
• Employee Assistance Programs offering confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED