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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Onsite
The Office of Testing and Evaluation Services (OTES) supports the LSU campus by providing computer-based testing in the LSU Testing Center for LSU academic course exams, course placement, and national, state, and local tests. Other services such as instructor course evaluations, test and survey development, and scoring are also provided.
The OTES has approximately 450 computer stations in four testing center locations in Himes Hall. The Testing Center typically impacts 20,000+ students and over 200,000+ tests per year (3 semesters). The Testing Center operates as a model provider of accessible, innovative, and state-of-the-art services and experiences by providing:
Job Overview:
Our test proctors will observe all exams to ensure that all who take a test in the Testing Center receive equitable treatment, that all testing procedures are followed and that all test-takers have the same opportunity to excel on the test
Proctors are responsible for maintaining the testing rooms, checking in and verifying student’s identification, ensuring students complete all work independently and ensuring only approved materials are used during the exam, and that all materials are returned at the completion of the exam. Test proctors are essential to maintaining the integrity and security of our organization and of the tests our faculty have provided to the Testing Center to administer. Proctors must maintain a high level of professionalism and present the organization in the best possible light.
Schedules: Testing Center is open Monday – Friday – and some Saturday testing
Morning: 8:30am to 1:30pm
Afternoon: noon to 5:00pm
Evening: 5:00pm to 9:30pm
Should have flexibility of scheduling – possibly working longer hours in a shift or Saturday testing.
Mid-terms and final exams have extended hours.
Responsibilities:
Skills:
Personal skills:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
One year experience proctoring exams or familiarity with common exam practices and procedures
Special Qualifications:
As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Skills Needed:
Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Sound Judgment, Time Management
Preferred Skills:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.