Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title |
Administrative Support Specialist |
Working Title |
Testing Proctor |
Competency Level |
Journey |
Position Number |
100401 |
Salary Grade Equivalent |
59 |
FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
Appointment Type |
Permanent - Full Time |
FTE |
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
If time limited, duration date |
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Department Hiring Range |
$34,602- $38,577 |
EEO-1 Category |
Professionals |
SOC Code |
43-6014 - Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive |
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! |
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (
NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,'
NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At
NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at
NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit
NCCU.edu. |
Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
The University Testing Center (
UTC) was established in 1987 under the Division of Academic Affairs. Its administrative responsibilities are to ensure that resources are available to offer special assistance to students and the community.
The Testing Center administers national college; computer based testing, proctored exams, College Level Exam Program (
CLEP), and academic placement tests. |
Primary Purpose of Position |
The primary purpose of this position is to provide secure exam delivery and superior customer service, understands and complies with all testing procedures and protocols. Checks in examinees, verifies identification, and explains the exam process; monitors examinees while testing is in progress and communicates with internal departments to investigate and fix technical issues; strictly adheres to testing policies using careful judgement; coordinate, plan, and administer off-site testing; obtain required certifications as a Test Center employee; respond to phone, email, and in-person request in a timely manner, maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of records and test; analyze placement scores to determine appropriate placements and ensure that customer service interactions comply with
FERPA guidelines. |
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Student Banner or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Applications; knowledge of coordinating and managing projects; knowledge of office and record management; knowledge of assessing and evaluating programs; knowledge of writing reports; knowledge of placement testing; ability to work in collaborative environments using shared data sources and online applications; ability to critically think and analyze data; ability to critically think and analyze data; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing skills; great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment. |
Minimum Education/Experience |
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. |
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation |
N/A |
Equal Opportunity Employer |
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
Work Hours |
Monday - Friday 8-5 |
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
No |
Campus Security Authority Designated Position |
No |
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency |
Client/Customer Service |
Duties |
Provide a secure atmosphere for test taking clients. Maintain monthly honoraria documentation. Contact incoming students for required placement testing. Check in testing candidates according to established security and confidentiality protocols. Monitor and proctor student testing |
Required Competency |
Work Coordination/Planning |
Duties |
Maintain and update testing calendar. Maintain and update incoming student documentation through Excel spreadsheet Coordinate and collaborate with Director of Testing and staff members regarding daily testing schedule as well as various University departments regarding events such as
SOAR orientations. Also coordinate and collaborate with IT regarding upgrade and maintenance of equipment and software. |
Required Competency |
Technical Knowledge |
Duties |
Maintain and update all hardware and software for computer labs. Troubleshoot software. Keep in constant contact with IT. Troubleshoot technical issues with major client.Stay abreast of current technology trends and software management. Maintain required certifications within the guidelines of third party contracts. |
Required Competency |
Administration |
Duties |
Correspond with incoming students, parents and client administration. Organize and maintain unit inventory. Distribute testing information to incoming and external testing students. Create
SOP and Testing Center policies & consistently seek out and participate in professional development |
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number |
SPA01403P |
Open Date |
01/20/2025 |
Close Date |
01/28/2025 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State - Health Benefits
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
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