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Testing Assistant (NKU Student Employment)

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Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title Testing Assistant (NKU Student Employment)
Department Testing Services
Type of Work Study Federal, Institutional
Building/Office Location UC - University Center
Work Schedule
25 hours per week during the semester and 35 hours per week for Summer.

Hours vary and will include some evenings as late as 8 p.m.
Job Description
The Testing Assistant (Student Worker) will assist with daily Testing Center operations.

This position will assist in all aspects of test administration and customer service. The Testing Assistant will also help with the promotion and marketing of Testing Services.

This position will begin ASAP. Preference will be given to those who are able to work during the summer.
Primary Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and maintain the academic integrity of tests received for test proctoring.
• Begin and end all testing, answer phones, and greet all customers in a friendly manner upon arrival.
• Delivery of tests and other documents to all NKU buildings.
• Serve as a backup to Testing Coordinators.
• Copy, scan, and email documents as required.
• Manage and track time for proctored exams.
• Attend resource fairs to promote Testing Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Skills:
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present to large and small groups.
• Must desire to help other students.
• Active listening and observation skills plus the ability to deliver clear, concise constructive feedback.
• Must work efficiently and effectively, independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow department rules, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and take responsibility.
• Willing to take directions from staff and prioritize accordingly.
• Must be able to work with diverse populations, including students with disabilities.
Qualifications
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to commit to a full academic year in the position.
• Must have and maintain a 2.75 GPA.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to troubleshoot technology issues.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.
• Must pass test agency certification exams to be able to administer certain types of exams.
• Must not be in a major that will require a Praxis series exam.
• Candidates cannot currently be registered with NKU Disability Services.
Minimum Education Some College
Pay Rate $10.00/hr plus opportunities for raises
Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 20231704
Job Open Date 08/16/2023
Job Close Date
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you able to work regular daytime hours plus some evenings and weekends?
    • Yes
    • No
    • No Response
  2. * What is your expected graduation date? (Give month and year.)

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have a 2.75 GPA or greater?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Why do you wish to work in Testing Services?

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Are you an NKU Student?
    • Yes
    • No
    • No response

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents