Job Details

Testing Center and Accommodation Coordinator

Position Number: 6355902
Location: Seattle, WA
Position Type: Disability Services

Testing Center and Accommodation Coordinator

Seattle University

Testing Center and Accommodation Coordinator

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Market Reference Range (MRR): 6

Months Per Year: 12

Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid Eligible*

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University's Core Competencies

Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

Under the general direction of the Director of Disability Services, this position is responsible for the coordination and administration of accommodated testing services for students with disabilities. Key responsibilities include scheduling and proctoring exams, facilitating effective communication between faculty and students regarding academic accommodations, and ensuring appropriate access to classrooms and instructional spaces. This role plays a critical part in supporting the equitable implementation of accommodations and upholding institutional commitments to accessibility.

Job Duties:

Administration of Testing Services: 80%

Directs accommodated testing services: receiving exams from faculty, scheduling rooms, proctoring exams, maintaining testing security and providing student access.
Enforces university academic integrity policy in testing center.
Manages accessible software for testing.
Collects data regarding testing center usage.
Recruits, hires and trains graduate student proctors.

Administration and Support of Disabilities Services Programs: (20%)

Coordinates classroom access with registrar's office and individual college classroom managers.
Communicates and coordinates with facilities services about accessible seating and tables.
Drafts and sends out letters on Full-time Equivalency Accommodation to appropriate offices.
Provides administrative backup for Media and Technology Coordinator and Office and Budget Manager.
Serves as liaison to software vendor for student accommodation management system.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two or more years of progressively responsible customer service experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communications skills and be able to articulate examples of; the ability to work well independently yet collaboratively with other staff, an enthusiasm for interaction with a diverse group of college students, demonstrated ability to multi-task and adhere to timelines, good follow-through, excellent customer service, the ability to independently solve problems and be able to maintain composure in stressful situations.
All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university's mission, vision, and values.
All position at Seattle University requires a criminal history background check.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and experience with students with disabilities.
Experience proctoring exams in higher education setting.
Proficiency with web based software including Canvas, MS office Suite, and experience with Accessible Information Management (AIM) software or similar student accommodation management software.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000.

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/

Hybrid Eligible

This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the university's discretion.

To apply, please visit: https://seattleu.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=2878&site=2