Pearson VUE (www.pearsonvue.com) is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management and delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in more than 180 countries, where we validate the skills and knowledge of millions of individuals every year.
Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson, the world's leading learning company with global-reach and market-leading businesses. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO).
Pearson VUE offers a great environment to start or grow your career, we are now hiring for a benefits eligible- part time Test Administrator to join our team in Austin, TX. (Primary work location: 12345 N Lamar Ste. 270 Austin TX, 78753. Secondary work location: 505 E huntland Drive. Ste 330, Austin TX, 78752).
Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.
This position is benefits eligible effective on your hire date. For more information, you may visit https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/new-employees/.
· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability and Voluntary Long-Term Disability benefits.
· Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal days per the NCS Pearson policies.
· 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match.
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan (bi-annual enrollment).
· Tuition Reimbursement.
· Company-paid life insurance and business travel insurance benefits.
Responsibilities
The Test Administrator position is responsible for providing a secure exam delivery and superior customer service in a comfortable friendly environment. In this position, you will be required to:
· Comply with all testing procedures and strictly adhere to company policies using careful judgment
· Check in testing candidates, verify identification, and explain the exam process
· Proctor / invigilate candidates while testing
· Troubleshoot with internal departments to fix technical issues
· Complete light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming the floors and sanitizing keyboards after each candidate has finished their examination
· Other duties as assigned-
Schedule Requirements
Our ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork, with the availability to work a variety of shifts any day - Monday through Saturday - between the hours of 7am and 8:30pm and about 2-3 Saturdays per month. Sunday shifts would be rare, but a possibility if the need arises for private testing. In addition- site may be open, rarely, until 10:30pm. Normal site hours are 7am- 6pm, or 7am - 8pm. Candidate must be open to flexible scheduling-shifts are divided into morning and afternoon shifts.
Currently looking for candidates who prefer afternoon and evening shifts.
This is strictly a part-time position and will remain as such, 16-24 hours per week, with an expectation to work more hours if needed. Must work at least 2-3 Saturdays per month- possibly more depending on schedule and time of year.
Schedules are available at least 2 weeks in advance.
Qualifications
● High school diploma or equivalent is required.
● Minimum of 1 year customer service experience is preferred.
● Experience proctoring or invigilating exams is highly preferred.
● Must be flexible in work hours and days.
● Beginner to intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
● Must be able to sit for long periods of time and also escort candidates to and from testing room.
● Must be able to bend, stoop and lift up to 20 lbs with reasonable accommodation.
● Must be comfortable in a quiet testing environment, able to hear soft voices, and see details from a distance.