JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for scheduling and conducting test sessions for Middle Georgia State University.  

MAJOR DUTIES: 

• Assists with the coordination and administration of tests primarily at a single campus.
• Assists with the administration of special testing programs to accommodate students.
• Returns all materials as specified; manually scores and reports test results on required forms.
• Supports other Middle Georgia campus Testing Centers as needed.
• Maintains and ensures the security of all testing materials and schedules.
• Admits and verifies eligibility of testing candidates and communicates test procedures and rules.
• Monitors candidates and resolves conflicts during testing to ensure a secure and appropriate testing environment.
• Reports problems or issues that occur during test sessions to the appropriate individuals and prepares the associated paperwork and documentation.
• Conducts room environment checks at the beginning of each test session and cleans test area after use.
• Provides data and responds to surveys as requested.
• Maintains currency for vendor delivered testing sessions.
• Attends training and meetings related to testing processes.
• Provides guidance and resources to others regarding the testing programs as requested and provides assistance in other testing program areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Identifies as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: 

• Knowledge of examination and testing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures.
• Knowledge of basic Math, English and Grammar skills
• Skill in complex record keeping and filing systems.
• Skill in standard software applications.
• Skill in email communication.
• Skill in written and oral communication. 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: 

• The supervisor assigns work in terms of detailed and specific instructions.
• The supervisor spot-checks work in progress and upon completion for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions and established guidelines. 

GUIDELINES: 

• University System of Georgia policies and procedure
• Middle Georgia State University policies and procedures.
• Department of Testing policies and procedures.
• These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application. 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK: 

• The work consists of varied scheduling and test administration duties.
• Strict regulations and high security requirements contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to successfully schedule and proctor tests with minimal supervision and correct documentation.
• Success in this position results in the efficient proctoring of exams to the university community and correct, detailed documentation on file for all exams given. 

CONTACTS: 

• Contacts include, but are not limited to, co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, vendors, representatives of test providers, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are utilized most often to give or exchange information, resolve problems, or provide services. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, or stooping.
• The work is typically performed in an office. 

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position requires no supervisory or management of other employees. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years’ experience in test administration, teaching, training, counseling, or related field. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Work experience related to maintenance of technical data records; preferably in the areas of examination and testing. 

TO APPLY Application materials should be emailed as a Microsoft Word or Adobe.pdf attachment to: recruitment@mga.edu with the subject line “10018264 Testing Specialist, PT”. Application materials are to include a resume, an MGA Staff application; a letter of interest which includes salary requirements; and three professional references. Paper application materials will not be accepted. 

Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.