Assessment Specialist
Job Description
Job Description
At Indian River State College, we support student success at every stage—and that includes creating a secure, efficient, and student-friendly testing experience. We’re seeking an Assessment Specialist who is detail-oriented and committed to creating a smooth, supportive environment for all test-takers.
In this role, you’ll oversee the day-to-day administration of assessments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive experience for students and staff.
About Us
Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs.
At The River, we believe every student’s and employee’s story matters. We value the different perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together on our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that’s supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible options online, on campus, and hybrid, we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.
Why Join the River
When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape the future, uplift students, and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.
What We Offer
At Indian River State College, we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
· Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, supplemental plans, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
· Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.
· Retirement Security: Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.
· Time for You: Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance.
· Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.
· Growth & Development: Professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to advance your career.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, this position administers the daily administration of standardized exams and completes the required documentation. Assist students with the test registration process and testing procedures. Ensures test security in an environment that is conducive to student success.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist students with the registration process for test administration.
- Explain and enforce testing policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance.
- Administer examinations in strict accordance with detailed testing administration manual and protocols.
- Process, monitor and track online placement examinations to ensure accurate records.
- Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues related to online testing platforms;
- Create and maintain weekly testing schedules and coordinate staffing assignments.
- Administer testing sessions and accommodations for students with disabilities in accordance with approved guidelines.
- Support and assist part-time testing staff to ensure consistent and effective operations.
- Completes all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree required, or an equivalent combination of education and responsible, directly related professional experience demonstrating administrative competence.
- Minimum of six (6) months of directly related experience administering standardized assessments in an educational or testing environment.
- Qualifying experience may include service as a teacher, instructional tutor, or authorized test proctor, with responsibility for test administration activities.
- Demonstrated ability to administer and monitor standardized tests in accordance with publisher guidelines (e.g., TABE) and established testing protocols.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with test security, confidentiality, and integrity requirements, including proper handling of testing materials and adherence to documentation procedures.
- Ability to ensure accurate, consistent, and compliant assessment administration to support valid and reliable testing outcomes.
- Strong technology skills, including experience using computer‑based testing platforms, databases, and digital reporting tools required for assessment administration.
- Proven effectiveness in customer service, with the ability to interact professionally with students, staff, and campus stakeholders.
Additional requirements:
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including both day and evening shifts each week.
- Ability to participate in meetings, events, and exams at other Indian River State College campuses, with limited travel required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light work involving lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.
This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.