PROCTOR/OBSERVER - MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
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Job Title

Proctor/Observer - Multiple Locations

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department

Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Proctor/Observer

10 Positions to be Filled

Part-Time (Temporary/Casual)

$25.00/hour

Locations: Houston, Dallas, El Paso, Odessa, Midland, Amarillo, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, McAllen, Louisiana

The Proctor/Observer proctors Pro Board examinations for national/international certification. Responsible for maintaining secure test administration.

This position reports to the Certification Manager.

Required Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

* Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

* Experience in test administration.

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to lift and move lightly weighted testing materials.

* Ability to support proctoring for examinations for up to 8-10 hours/day.

* Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

* Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

* Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff.

* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

* Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes.

* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

* Ability to be consistent and impartial in administering tests.

* Ability to work well with people from various backgrounds.

* Ability to perceive and prevent conflicts of interest in the case of superiors, subordinates, colleagues, relatives, classmates, or any other individuals being present in the class.

* Ability to work with minimal supervision.

* Strong attention to detail skills.

Equipment:

* Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.

Notifications:

* This position is security sensitive.

* This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

* This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.

* All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.

* Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving a personal or TEEX vehicle and/or flying on commercial airlines.

* This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines.

* This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need. As such, TEEX does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role.

* TEEX will only pay for time of travel - mileage is not reimbursed.

* The ESTI Certification Office will notify the Proctor/Observer of the availability of a testing session in proximity to the employee's home base. Once an assignment is accepted and completed, the Proctor/Observer will submit their time to TEEX.

* Primary residence must be within 3 hours of one of the following cities: Odessa/Midland (West Texas), Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Amarillo, El Paso, Lubbock, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Lake Charles, LA, New Orleans, LA or Baton Rouge, LA.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages:

Pro Board Exams Proctoring - 85%

* Arrives at testing sessions on time.

* Greets students, instructors and verifies identification.

* Keeps testing documents secure at all times.

* Maintains a secure testing environment and materials that is free of distractions.

* Administers exams and monitors candidates at all times during testing.

* Efficiently monitors and picks up all testing documents then dismisses students as they complete exams.

* Reconciles and ships all testing documents back to the ESTI Certification Office.

* Follows all policies and procedures as provided by the ESTI Certification Office.

Fiscal Responsibility - 5%

* Prepares reports and travel claims and ensure that they are accurate and submitted in accordance with TEEX SAPs and state travel regulations.

Other Duties - 10%

* Maintains student confidentiality.

* Maintains a neat and professional appearance.

* Promotes a positive working environment that is respectful of others and allows honest feedback with open communication.

* Maintains professional and positive interactions when working with coworkers and customers.

* Performs all assignments with a positive team approach.

* Provides customer-friendly service to both internal and external TEEX/ESTI customers.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.