Accommodated Testing Coordinator at Wellesley

Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Skills, Customer Service, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Communication Skills, Flexibility, Team Collaboration, Support for Students, Record Keeping, Scheduling, Proctoring Exams, Crisis Management, Knowledge of ADA

Industry

Research Services

Description

At Wellesley, our mission is to deliver an outstanding liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. Our collaborative community, comprising of faculty, students, staff, and alumnae, is guided by our shared commitment to educational excellence. Join us in this transformative journey! Application Instructions: When submitting your application, please adhere to the following requirements: Carefully review all job details prior to applying. Enter your legal name exactly as it appears on your government-issued identification. Upload a comprehensive résumé/CV and cover letter in either PDF (.pdf) or Word (.doc) format. Current Wellesley College employees must submit applications through the internal Workday portal by searching “browse jobs.” Job Posting Title Accommodated Testing Coordinator Job Description Summary Admin Casual Job Description Under the direction of the Director of Accessibility and Disability Resources, the Accommodated Testing Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the day to day administrative operations of the accommodated testing center. The coordinator executes and coordinates daily administrative tasks necessary to run the testing center, including scheduling exams, maintaining confidential records and calendars, responding to telephone and email inquiries from students, faculty and staff, and proctoring of exams. This role is also responsible for building relationships with students and providing ongoing support for them related to testing and accommodation needs. Candidates must be comfortable or have experience working with students with diversabilities, communication styles, mobility needs and more. Position Responsibility: In collaboration with another administrative part-time staff member, this position will perform administrative duties, establish and maintain Accessibility and Disability Resources (ADR) procedures to manage the logistics and execute daily operations of the Accommodated Testing Center. Assists the department with tasks such as scheduling; reviewing, prioritizing and responding to emails; answering and returning phone calls; organizing, preparing, and proctoring of exams; maintaining records; and any other administrative tasks related to the testing center. Works as the main point of contact with faculty members to manage distribution and return of exams while maintaining academic integrity and professionalism in the face of challenging communications. Addresses honor code violations as necessary and files report to the Honor Code process. Supports ADR in the development of testing center goals, objectives and strategic initiatives and in implementing office procedures in support of said goals. Supports students with disabilities during times of heightened stress and potential emotional dysregulation. The person in this role needs to be comfortable working with and responding to students of diverse abilities, communication styles, students in distress, and with mental health needs. Assists with emergency response as needed. May at times serve as a reader or scribe for students approved for such accommodations. Maintains usage data and provides assessment reports on a semester basis.This information will be used by the Director of ADR to improve processes and provide feedback to the academic departments on possible universal design strategies to improve access for all students. Update and maintain student file information in department database (AIM). Maintain clean and orderly reception and testing space. Maintain office equipment, supplies, and security measures. Basic Qualifications: Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of administrative work experience, OR a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Experience in an educational setting is preferred. Knowledge of, and interest in, the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in relation to their impact on higher education. Requires excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Skills and Abilities: Interact with confidential information, understand legal and ethical compliance issues within the Testing Center, possess and use discretion and good professional judgment; demonstrate ability to provide excellent customer service while also maintaining a commitment to policies and practices of the department and College. Ability to positively interact with a diverse population. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks with a strong attention to detail. Ability to problem solve and find creative solutions in a fast paced, student centered, environment. Ability to help students navigate challenging emotions related to testing and academic stress. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team. Position Details: Testing Center Hours of Operation: 8AM - 5PM This position’s hours will be flexible and based on the needs of the testing center. While some days may be standard each week, the goal is to have a candidate with some flexibility to be able to be present during heavier testing days and times. This position is 15 hours per week and non-benefitted. Salary: The pay rate for this role is $28/hr. Company Description: Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae. Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding career with Wellesley College – where your unique strengths and success are celebrated as part of our shared commitment to inclusivity! Worker Sub-Type Intermittent Fixed (Fixed Term) Time Type Part time EEO Statement At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas—the best solutions—draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members of the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish. Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals in hiring and advancement based on any legally protected status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to the College community are encouraged to apply. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae—guided by deeply held shared values: Intellectual Discovery and Excellence: We believe in the transformative power of curiosity, learning, and teaching. Gender Equality: As a women’s college, we have always been committed to gender equality as foundational to societal progress. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We affirm that diversity is essential to educational excellence, and we are committed to being a community in which each member thrives. Connection and Community: We value the equal dignity of every member of the community and our sustained connection to one another, to our campus, and to our mission. Empowerment and Social Change: We believe in the power and potential of our students and all members of our community to envision the world in which they want to live and to take action to make it real. Integrity and Academic Freedom: We commit ourselves to high standards of personal and intellectual integrity, we embrace the principles of freedom and rigor in scholarly inquiry, and we assert the importance of holding to the truths such inquiry reveals.

Responsibilities

The Accommodated Testing Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the accommodated testing center, including scheduling exams and maintaining records. This role also involves building relationships with students and providing support related to testing and accommodation needs.