Testing Coordinator

Testing Coordinator

Job No: 524873
Work Type:
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL), Alachua
Categories: RealCat
Department: 04011000 - SL-DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER

Job Description


Classification Title:

Student Affairs Program Crd

Job Description:

- Assists the Assistant Director for Testing Services in managing accommodated exams at the Disability Resource Center. Coordinates exam schedules and room assignments for accommodated testing. Mitigates student testing concerns in the absence of the Assistant Director for Testing Services. Assists students, faculty and staff in trouble shooting issues that arise with the testing management system (GATR). Responds to testing inquiries and including answering phone calls, emails, and in-person questions regarding testing services.

- Prepares exam materials according to student accommodations and instructor directions. Creates alternative exam formats for students as needed per accommodations. Ensures receipt of exam materials to faculty members. Scans and prepares exams to exit the DRC and returns to instructors in a timely manner.

- Assists the Assistant Director for Testing Services with interviewing, hiring, training and development of testing student assistants. Serves as an accommodated testing resource for students, faculty, staff, and service agencies/provider.

- Assists the DRC with assistive technology accommodation requests during peak times in the semesters. This would include alternate format textbooks, Kurzweil, Live Scribe Pen requests, etc.

- Maintains a current knowledge base of federal and state laws, regulations and rules governing the provision of services for persons with documented disabilities and their application within a post-secondary educational setting. Pursues self-directed learning on national trends and best practices in accessibility and accommodated testing.

- Serves on departmental committees, task force. Other duties as assigned.

*Two-Year Time-Limited Position

Expected Salary:

$40,000

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in a related field of expertise (such as education, business, or psychology) with at least two or more years of related and practical experience.

- Experience working with students with physical, sensory, psychological, or learning disabilities.
- Proficient in use of a Windows-based computer and Microsoft Office.

- Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
- Strong student support services skills.
- Effective professional written and oral communication skills.
- Strong work ethic; a commitment to inclusion and a welcoming and affirming environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The Testing Coordinator position is a TWO-YEAR TIME-LIMITED POSITION.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:
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To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/524873/testing-coordinator

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