Testing Center and Accommodation Assistant

Testing Center and Accommodation Assistant

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Job Title: Testing Center and Accommodation Assistant (Part-time)

Department: Office of Academic Accommodations and Accessibility

Reports to: Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

Status: Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible

Location: Lisle Campus

Rate: $20.50 per hour

Position Summary: Benedictine University seeks a part-time Testing Center and Accommodations Assistant to support students who use the Testing Center and the Office of Accommodations. This position combines test proctoring with student intake support and serves as a welcoming, dependable point of contact for students, faculty, and staff. The position is 20 hours per week.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Schedule and proctor exams, prepare testing spaces and materials, monitor testing sessions, and return completed exams according to University procedures.

2. Coordinate with faculty and students to ensure approved testing accommodation is implemented accurately and confidentially.

3. Assist students in beginning the accommodations process by explaining intake steps, scheduling appointments, collecting materials, and maintaining records.

4. Refer questions about eligibility or accommodation decisions to the appropriate professional staff.

5. Help maintain an organized, accessible, and supportive testing environment.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High School Graduate/GED Required, Bachelor's Degree Preferred.

Experience: Experience working with students, proctoring exams or supporting accessibility services is helpful.

Specific Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Ability to handle confidential student information with care and exercise sound judgment. Comfort using scheduling, email, and basic office technology. The successful candidate will bring patience, attention to detail, and a commitment to Benedictine University’s mission of supporting students as whole person.

Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: N/A

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds, alone or with assistance from a staff worker. Use of computer screen, phone and customer service. May require bending or sitting for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols is required.

Travel (If applicable): N/A

Supervisory Responsibility (if applicable): N/A

Working Conditions: Normal office environment

Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Employee Benefits Package:

We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements may apply:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to support your health needs.
• Disability Insurance: Protection for both short-term and long-term disability.
• Life Insurance: Financial security for your loved ones in case of the unexpected.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and mental health days.
• Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for your education and professional development.
• Financial Wellness Advisors: Personalized advice to help manage and plan your finances.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.