Assistant Director for Testing Services
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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Executive/Director/Management
Department: 04011000 - SL-DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER
Classification Title:
AST DIR, Student Affairs
Job Description:
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of DRC Testing Services, to include management and administration of all accommodated exams.
Develops and implements standards and guidelines for testing services with the Associate Director for Testing Services.
Supervises the scheduling of 13,000 exams annually as well as proctored assignments.
Manages the Testing Office electronic database system.
Collaborates with campus partners to coordinate off-site exam locations across campus during peak testing times.
Communicates and problem-solves with students and instructors regarding exam scheduling and specific exam concerns;
Advises faculty on reasonable accommodations for exams, collaborates with DRC staff to meet student testing needs, maintains computers and software programs to support accessible computer-based testing, and implements assistive devices for testing as needed.
Serve as liaison with other departments on campus as well as external agencies to receive and disseminate information regarding testing services and other related office operations and collaborations including with academic departments and support services.
Ensures the Testing Office has a current inventory of all items and communicates to the Associate Director for Testing Services when orders need to be fulfilled.
Supervises Testing Coordinators within the Testing Office. Responsible for weekly one-on-ones to ensure expectations are being met.
Works with Associate Director for training and onboarding of Testing Coordinators.
Assists the Associate Director for Testing Services with student assistants when needed, especially the schedule, to ensure maximum coverage in all locations during all testing hours.
Ensures proper testing staff coverage throughout hours of operations.
Serves on departmental, divisional, and university-wide committees, task force. Serves as a liaison with other departments with the goal of supporting students with disabilities.
Other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:
$52,000-$55,000
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience or a bachelor's degree in appropriate areas of specialization and four years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Master’s degree in a related field of expertise (such as special education, business, or higher education); and four years of appropriate experience; or bachelor’s degree in a related field of expertise (such as education, business, or psychology) with at least five or more years of related and practical experience
EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with students with physical, sensory, psychological, or learning disabilities-Experience with high-level customer service techniques and fundamentals.
KNOWLEDGE: Proficient in the use of a Windows-based computer and Microsoft Office.
SKILLS
Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
Strong student support services skills.
Effective professional written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with a broad constituency.
Strong conflict management skills.
Strong relationship-building skills (faculty, staff, and student staff, etc.)
ABILITIES: None noted
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: None
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Strong work ethic and time management skills
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Evening, early morning, and/or weekend work may be required during peak times
-One Saturday during Fall finals week
-One Saturday during Spring finals week
To be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 17 Jan 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Feb 2024 Eastern Standard Time