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Midland College
Location: Midland, Texas
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
Posting Date: 07/20/2023
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Job Title

COORDINATOR-TESTING SERVICES

Position Status

Full Time

Classification Title

Para-Professional-12m

Work Location

Main Campus-3600 N Garfield St, Midland, TX 79705

Job Summary

The Coordinator position works collaboratively with stakeholders across Midland College to support the effective, student-first administration of Testing Services under the Instructional Support Services division. This position coordinates activities for test administration and proctoring services college-wide and assists with the coordination and scheduling of testing services in collaboration with high school partners, Midland College instructional departments, and in support of GED, licensure, and other entrance exams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree; or Associate’s Degree (or equivalent – 60 college credit hours) and a minimum of two years of relevant administrative experience that includes demonstrated work experience with detail-oriented tasks of a significant nature
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the College’s mission and the needs of students and a passion for helping students realize their educational goals
Detail-oriented and organized
Strong interpersonal communication competence, both written and oral
Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively with multiple priorities
Ability to work evenings and weekends as business needs dictate
Excellent record-keeping skills
Ability to take feedback from manager through coaching sessions and then generate positive results
Exemplary computer proficiency, including email, internet, and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong public relations skills; demonstrated interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
Energetic and enthusiastic
Customer-service oriented
Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment with interruptions and detail-oriented tasks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an institution of higher education
Testing administration experience

Essential Functions

Provide leadership for Midland College Testing Services
Prepare, schedule, and administer tests
Develop and maintain testing procedures for the administration of exams and maintenance of test security
Maintain accurate, secure test records and reports
Maintain currency with changing technologies in testing platforms and procedures and provide recommendations to college leadership for updates to equipment, policies, and procedures as needed
Maintain certifications required for proctoring or administering a variety of tests
Provide testing services to meet the needs of students, faculty, and the community
Participate in the hiring and training of Testing Services staff
Coordinate with high school partners to provide support for test administration of the ACT and SAT
Supervise all data entry in the student information system related to testing
Keep Midland College informed of all State testing requirements
Compile formal reports of testing services activities on an ongoing basis
Maintain accurate and updated information on the website and serve as a point of contact for testing services
Monitor and respond to testing services inquiries
Manage the functions and operations of the Testing Center and, more broadly, Testing Services college-wide
Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
The person in this position needs to occasionally move to other locations on campus
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
Duties indoors and some outdoors
Office setting
Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary

$38,530 (annualized salary)

Max Salary

$40,140 (annualized salary)

Pay Statement

Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Number

P01120S2016

Open Date

07/20/2023

Position Available

Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.