Testing Coordinator

Career Systems Development Corporation•Ottumwa, IA

3d•$18

About The Position

Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you. Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment. Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life. You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), legal and PTO. Job Summary: Administers adult basic education test (TABE) to students to determine their initial, interim, and final Reading and Math performance achievement levels and learning gains. Provides other testing as needed including CTT credentialing. Responsible to maintain a testing environment which has complete testing integrity. Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm

Requirements

Minimum: Associate’s degree in work-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and one year administrative experience.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in work-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year’s work-related experience.
Minimum experience working with youth from disadvantaged background preferred.
Knowledge: Ability to effectively communicate with and relate to trainees.
Good understanding of the local community and employer base.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and marketing skills.

Responsibilities

Must model the Company Core Values and the operating principles at all times.
Must create and sustain positive working relationships with co-workers.
Assists students in adjusting to Center life to enhance student retention by providing supervision, behavior modification, counseling, and by acting as a positive role model and mentor.
Schedules, tracks, and administers educational TABE testing in compliance with PRH requirements, company SOPs, and CSD’s Quality Assurance Plan and Procedure.
Compiles and distributes a list of each student’s testing schedule weekly to appropriate departments.
Introduces and administers TABE tests to first week students in the Career Preparation Period (CPP).
Conducts follow-up testing every 90 days, or until the student achieves the needed test score.
Tests students who are eligible for testing and maintains waivers in compliance PRH and CSD’s Quality Assurance Plan and Procedure.
Maintains strict data integrity standards.
Submits incentive requests in compliance with the Center’s student incentive plan for students who achieve reading and math improvements that meet goals.
Maintains a flexible schedule to TABE test students after 4 pm to accommodate students with special needs such as WBL students.
Conducts Career Technical Training credential testing in compliance with authorizing agency.