Staff Assistant - Testing Services (Part Time)

Job ID: 297475
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Academic Success Center

Job Summary

The Staff Assistant/Test Proctor will administer and monitor the Accuplacer, GACE, CLEP, PSI and Scantron exams, and additional computer based exams administered through the Office of Testing Services in the Academic Success Center and reports to the Coordinator of Testing Services; administer computer based testing; complete mandatory certification through the testing vendors; and follow all guidelines and test security standards set by the testing companies.

This is a 25-hour partially-benefited position.

Responsibilities

• Set up testing room with dividers, headphones, and pencils; log in and load testing software on computers; break down the testing room and secure equipment and materials after exam
• Check in test takers, including securing personal belongings of examinees during the test
• Observe examinees
• Maintain calm and quiet testing environment
• Troubleshoot computer software issues and escalate testing issues to vendor
• Destroy used testing materials and maintain an inventory of testing materials
• Communicate with the Coordinator of Testing Services testing issues
• Provide information and assist examinees with registration

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• One (1) or more years of related work experience
• Computer experience with Zoom and other computer software
• Experience with Google Workspace

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Experience with administrating exams

Proposed Salary

$17.50 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Schedule of Availability
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application Review May Begin on April 23, 2026