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Temporary Testing Center Proctor/Student Experience
- Minnesota, United States
- Temporary Nonexempt
Title: Temporary Testing Center Proctor/Student Experience
VP Area: VP – Student Experience
Department: Academic & Leadership Development
Position Compensation: $20.00 / hour
Location: Main Campus
Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.
Position Summary:
The Temporary Testing Center Proctor provides proctoring services for students with disabilities who receive testing accommodations as well as make up exams for all students.
This temporary position is scheduled at 28 hours per week during instructional periods. For partial instructional weeks, hours will be coordinated with the supervisor. No hours are scheduled during academic breaks. The position ends on May 15, 2026.
Applicants should provide a portfolio of recent graphic design work demonstrating creativity and proficiency in digital and print design.
Key Responsibilities:
• Administer and Monitor Exams: Oversee the secure and accessible administration of exams for students with disabilities and others requiring make-up testing, ensuring compliance with institutional and testing guidelines.
• Coordinate Testing Logistics: Manage scheduling and communication with students and faculty through the Testing Center software and other platforms to facilitate smooth exam processes.
• Maintain Testing Environment: Ensure the testing space is welcoming, orderly, and compliant with accessibility and academic integrity standards, including daily sanitization and readiness.
• Provide Frontline Academic Support: Serve as a first point of contact for the Academic Achievement Team, assisting with reception duties, general inquiries, and directing students to appropriate resources.
• Support Administrative and Accessibility Services: Assist with department administrative tasks and support services such as disability accommodations, alternative formatted materials, and non-ADA academic support cases.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.
Qualifications:
Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Nice to Have:
• Prior experience in a testing or academic environment
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Professional Composure: Maintains calm and professionalism in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work irregular hours, including early mornings depending on testing schedules
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.
• Lift up to 20 lbs.; stoop, kneel, crouch, and handle materials, frequently.
Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.