2425-233 – Learning Commons Assistant – Test Center Administrato

Operational Support

Learning Commons Assistant – Test Center Administrator (TS8)

Education

Annapolis Valley Campus

Middleton and Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia

Department of Student Services
One (1) Recurring full-time position: Commencing approximately August 26, 2024. This position recurs annually from approximately mid-August to end of May

One Recurring Part-Time 80% position: Commencing approximately August 26, 2024. This position recurs annually from approximately mid-August to end of May
Application deadline is 11:59PM, August 13, 2024

Competition No. 2425-233

Salary range: $ 43,468.12 to $ 50,612.22 annually

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

• You will play a key role in the coordination, delivery and promotion of services and events offered in the Library and Learning Commons. This work includes supporting students with technology; providing guidance and support in accessing and using learning support; making referrals to internal and external resources; and collecting and recording service delivery data.
• You will invigilate internal and external testing, consult with faculty on testing requirements and ensure that academic and testing policies and protocols are followed.
• You will liaise with Student Accessibility Specialists on approved test accommodation and the assistive technology needs of students with disabilities. Working with the Manager of Student Services you will also support campus events, activities, and initiatives such as convocation, Get Started and Open House. This position may require some evening and Saturday hours.
• reporting structure is minor and not the first thing we should be promoting. The functional leadership so front and centre is confusing and has to be corrected at the campus level where staff thing they have more than one person to report to – they do not.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a post-secondary diploma in an area related to Adult Education, Educational Technology, Administrative and Business Services or Social Services, Library Technician.
• You have a minimum of 2 years (full time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience.
• Occupational experience that includes working in an adult educational environment would be considered an asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, Office 365 and Assistive Technology, such as Read and Write.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Brightspace, EnCampus, Alma, and Pearson would be assets.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
• Experience supporting/providing service to students in post-secondary, including supporting students with assistive technology would be considered an asset.
• You have experience troubleshooting computer hardware, software, printers, and photocopiers.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in educational and assistive technology programs, library services, and/or invigilating tests.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to booking tests and scheduling appointments.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities related to service delivery data.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence, teamwork, and supporting student success.
• You have a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy and attention to detail.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning.

Are you interested?

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR Generalist at Jaclynn.kelly@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

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