Testing Technician

Metropolitan Community College (Kansas City)•Omaha, NE

5d•$20

About The Position

Conducts assessments and operates campus Testing Center to serve the needs of the students, faculty, staff and college offices. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Its purpose is to provide high quality educational programs and services, primarily in career preparation and general education, to people of all ages and educational backgrounds. MCC was created in 1974 when the Nebraska State Legislature consolidated the original eight technical community college areas into six. That year, the programs, personnel, assets and liabilities of the former Omaha Nebraska Technical Community College Area merged with the Eastern Nebraska Technical Community College Area under a new name: the Metropolitan Technical Community College Area. In 1992, the Legislature voted to change the name to Metropolitan Community College Area. Metropolitan Community College affirms a policy of equal education, employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. Read our full policy here https://www.mccneb.edu/nondiscrimination Metropolitan Community College offers a wide array of benefits to faculty and staff. Review our Benefits at a Glance here https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/3306/docs/44786.pdf If you need assistance using this site, please contact MCC's Human Resources Office at 531-MCC-2420 or [email protected]

Requirements

Knowledge of conducting tests.
Knowledge of student advising procedures as it relates to ESL, ASSET, and other Testing Center functions.
Knowledge of College policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
Skill in presentation and advising as they related to ESL, ASSET, and other Testing Center functions.
Skill in planning and organization.
Communications skills both written and orally, and excellent spelling, grammar, and editing skills.
Skill in resolving problems and answering questions.
Skill in demonstrating cooperative and professional attitude.
Ability to communicate in a courteous, professional manner with staff and students.
Ability to use personal computers, printers, copier, fax machine, and other office equipment.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to use the telephone.
Ability to pay close attention to detail.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to do one-step calculations.
Ability to work well with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to maintain professionalism, patience and understanding.
Ability to provide direction and support to staff members.
Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.
Associate’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
Two (2) years’ experience in student services and/or a customer service environment.
Must complete required certifications to administer all specialized assessments within 90 days from hire.
Equivalent combination of education and/or related work experience considered.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Administers various types of assessments including placement assessments, faculty exams program admission certifications, professional certifications and others as necessary.
Maintains testing records by inputting data into college computer system.
Provides students with test results and follow up steps.
Schedules appointments for students.
Maintains security of all assessment instruments.
Makes referrals to other office staff of College services, as appropriate.
Provides prospective students with general information about College programs and services.
Ensures Testing Center hours are covered.
Maintains necessary tests/supplies for Testing Center.
Scripts all procedures in the Testing Center.
Authors policies and procedures for Testing Center.
Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned