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Job Posting Title: Testing Proctor
Position Type: Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Department: LSUAM AA - EM - CS - TES - Computer Based Training (Aria Rife (00062394))
Work Location: B0051 Robert Lee Himes Hall
Pay Grade: Job Description: The Office of Testing and Evaluation Services (OTES) supports the LSU campus by providing computer-based testing in the LSU Testing Center for LSU academic course exams, course placement, and national, state, and local tests. Other services such as instructor course evaluations, test and survey development, and scoring are also provided.
The OTES has approximately 450 computer stations in four testing center locations in Himes Hall. The Testing Center typically impacts 20,000+ students and over 200,000+ tests per year (3 semesters). The Testing Center operates
as a model provider of accessible, innovative, and state-of-the-art services and experiences by providing: - exceptional, cost-effective, and efficient services to students, faculty, LSU, and the greater community
- the utmost integrity to our students, faculty, and administration with a fair, secure, consistent, and accurate testing experience
- a technically state of the arts computer testing center that is comfortable and has a convenient testing environment
Job Overview:
Our test proctors will observe all exams to ensure that all who take a test in the Testing Center receive equitable treatment, that all testing procedures are followed and that all test-takers have the same opportunity to excel on the test
Proctors are responsible for maintaining the testing rooms, checking in and verifying student's identification, ensuring students complete all work independently and ensuring only approved materials are used during the exam, and that all materials are returned at the completion of the exam. Test proctors are essential to maintaining the integrity and security of our organization and of the tests our faculty have provided to the Testing Center to administer. Proctors must maintain a high level of professionalism and present the organization in the best possible light.
Schedules: Testing Center is open Monday - Friday - and some Saturday testing
Morning: 8:30am to 1:30pm
Afternoon: noon to 5:00pm
Evening: 5:00pm to 9:30pm
Should have flexibility of scheduling - possibly working longer hours in a shift or Saturday testing.
Mid-terms and final exams have extended hours.
Responsibilities:
- Checking in students which involves:
- Verifying identification and test being taken
- Assigning seat/section/computer station
- Securing electronic devices before entering Testing sections
- Handing out approved documents and verifying calculators, if allowed.
- Answering questions that test-takers have relative to testing procedures.
- Ensure testing guidelines are strictly adhered to by students.
- Maintains confidentiality and security of all testing materials, and other test documents.
- Assists in preparing testing center for daily testing sessions.
- Observational walkthroughs and monitoring test-takers via video surveillance
- Watching test takers, ensuring students complete all work independently.
- Observing to ensuring only approved materials are used during the exam.
- Following prescribed protocols if test-takers ask to step away (e.g. for the restroom) Proctors will monitor their computer station until they return.
- Quiet is maintained in the testing center environment, Proctors should monitor the communication and noise level.
- Verifying that the test-taker had submitted exam and checked out of the system.
- Collecting allowed documents when test-takers have finished their exams, before leaving the Testing Center
- Report rule violations and/or unusual occurrences and/or suspicious activity during the test and any other suspected irregularities to Testing Center Manager.
- Provide basic technical support
Skills:
- Impeccable integrity and a commitment to upholding standards and policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of all testing materials, and other allowed test documents.
- Keep all student and testing information confidential.
- Communicate effectively with students speaking in a clear voice and give concise instructions.
- Willingness to follow all protocols and procedures.
- Good typing skills, basic computer skills, and knowledge/proficiency in navigating widely used software: such as Microsoft WORD and EXCEL.
- Willingness to learn the necessary technical/computer skills needed to operate computer software for student check-ins and check-outs in a large high-volume computer-based testing center.
- Follow oral and written directions.
- Capable of working well in high-pressure situations.
- Able to manage time effectively and multi-task efficiently.
- Strong observational skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to details and accuracy.
- Flexible scheduling for morning, afternoon, evening shifts and some Saturday availability
- Able to be on your feet for your designated shift - approx. 5 to 6 hours a day.
- On the job training will be provided
Personal skills:
- Self-confidence
- Fairness
- Good judgement
- Patience
- Reliability
Required Qualifications:
- 21 years or older
- High school diploma/GED
- Upon request 3 references that can attest to honesty, integrity, reliability, and punctuality (must have reliable transportation)
Preferred Qualifications:
One year experience proctoring exams or familiarity with common exam practices and procedures
Special Qualifications:
As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: The location of this position is LSU-BR and is not eligible for remote work.
To be considered, qualified candidates will submit a complete application which includes a cover letter explaining their specific interest in the position and how their skills and experiences prepare them for success in this role, a resume, and three professional references.
Please provide resume and transcripts, if applicable. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Aria Rife at arife1@lsu.edu.
Skills Needed: Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Sound Judgment, Time Management
Preferred Skills: Posting Date: July 21, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): November 21, 2026
Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Tags
Fixed term contract, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift