Student Assistant for Testing Services

Position Information

Position Title

Student Assistant for Testing Services

Academic Year

2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Staff Assistant provides support to the Coordinator of Testing in the daily operations of the Testing Center. Serves as the first line of contact with students and faculty. Administers faculty make-up examinations, national computer based exams such as CLEP, THEA and HESI-A2. Assists Coordinator and Specialist during testing and supervises the day’s exams as required. Assists Coordinator in creating reports. Serves as an information source to students and faculty about the services offered at University Testing Services.

Essential Functions

• Interaction with students, faculty, and administrators in a professional manner.
• Assist with reception duties as necessary.
• Facilitate administration of faculty make-up exams.
• Set up CLEP server and work stations as needed.
• Proctor computer-based exams.
• Enter data into testing spreadsheets, as requested by Coordinator.
• Assist with the creation of monthly reports.
• Ensure security of make-up exams by following established procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of student testing records.
• Comply with University Testing Services policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard computer skills (esp. Microsoft 365, and internet browser).
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality regarding student records.
• Familiarity with the university’s student support services and departments.

Required Education

Current UIW graduate or undergraduate student.

Required Work Experience

None.

Preferred Qualifications

None.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None.

Work Hours

Ability to work at least 12 hours per week.
Flexibility to work during Testing Center hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm.

Physical Demands

Typical for job position.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

STU1527PO

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Students

Desired Start Date

03/02/2026

Multi-Hire Pool

No

Position End Date (if temporary)

05/29/2026

Reports to

Testing Coordinator

Salary

11 p/h

Open Date

01/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).