What are the responsibilities and job description for the Testing Associate (Part Time) - Southwest College Staff Pool position at Houston Community College?
SUMMARY
Administers, proctors and oversees various assessment while ensuring adherence to testing protocols and maintaining test security.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Enforce and adhere to test vendor policies and procedures in coordination with District Testing Services.
2. Administer a variety of assessments at colleges, including but not limited to Texas Success Initiative (TSIA2), Accuplacer ESL, Accuplacer Advanced Math, GED, and departmental exams for accommodated students.
3. Assist the testing coordinator in executing day-to-day responsibilities.
4. Contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of testing services and program offerings.
5. Safeguard the security of test materials and ensure the integrity of each test administration.
6. Accurately input and maintain test data as required.
7. Participate in all training activities.
8. Read and scribe exams as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Associate degree in Education, Counseling or a related area is required.
EXPERIENCE
2 years directly related testing experience in a post-secondary institution required.
1 year supervisory experience in a testing center preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Eligible for GED testing certification by the state.
2. Basic computer knowledge required.
3. Proficiency with PC and computerized student record system is preferred.
4. Able to work some nights and weekends.
5. Required to perform 2 to 4 full testing sessions under a supervisor before assuming duties.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.