Title: Assistant Director of Student Assessment (Testing and Evaluation Services)

Employee Classification: Asst Dir, Enrollment Services

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

Sub Division-Department: HSC-Division of Student Affairs

Department: HSC-Division of Student Affairs-300300

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience, with a minimum of $56,640 per year

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to create transformational experiences for all HSC students by providing tailored support and fostering holistic development. There are 8 functional units within the Division of Student Affairs: Center for Student Life, Career Readiness Center, Center for Academic Performance, Office of Care and Civility, Testing and Evaluation Services, International Services, Office of Disability Access, and Student Assistance Resource Center.

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Student Assessment will serve as the primary liaison with the HSC Learning Management System (i.e. Canvas) and deliver support of such to the TES staff. This position will also support the management of SharePoint for all TES staff. They will assist the Director of TES with developing, sustaining, and growing student assessment programs and services. Collaborate with the Director to establish and implement department goals and objectives. Additionally, they will participate in the development of policy and procedures related to examination administration and computer-based testing. Interpret and enforce policies, procedures, and strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A highly organized self-starter and an independent thinker with the ability to work collaboratively with fellow employees, faculty and staff.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with varying deadlines in a high paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Possess strong computer skills and be proficient working with a wide range of software programs including Word, Excel, and database management tools.
• Experience in support roles, interacting with clients from multiple levels of an organization.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and proven written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to set and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are a must.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a high paced and demanding environment is a must.
• Ability to maintain flexibility (skills and attitude) toward assuming new responsibilities.
• Confidence speaking before large groups.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer a Masters degree in Information Science, Education, Psychology, or other relevant field, or comparable relevant experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

• Support TES Specialists in management of student assessment services for academic programs. Manage the training of Specialists in computer-based testing processes. Coach Specialists in prioritizing duties and managing workload. Manage the overall testing schedule. Serve as primary ExamSoft support for TES Specialists, students, and academic departments. Serve as student assessment technical support.
• Supervise hourly part-time Proctors. Manage the scheduling of all Proctors. Ensure that classroom exams are adequately staffed for proctoring support. Track and record Proctor time. Coordinate the regular training of Proctors. Support Proctors in conducting their regular duties. Participate in the hiring of full time staff.
• Support the administration of all external assessments. Manage the end-of-clerkship assessment process including tracking clerkship schedules, ordering exams from external agencies, scheduling and administering exams, communicating with students and staff, reporting results, and facilitating makeup exams. 
• Manage student data including student leave of absences, withdrawals, name changes, and faculty changes. Oversee the tracking of student accommodations. Ensure the security of all tests and student data. Support the collection, tabulation, and analysis of student assessment data for special projects and requests. Support the collection of course data to enable the administration of course and faculty evaluations by students.
• Lead the collection of course data to enable the administration of course and faculty evaluations by students, and oversee the use of rubrics for assessment solutions. Support Specialists as they implement processes related to rubrics assessments.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm, with occasional evenings or weekends as required for divisional events and occasionally required to come in before 8:00am to set up on exam days.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.