Test Preparation Assistant

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Test Preparation Assistant - Boca Raton, FL.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Answering student inquiries (answering phones & emails) by providing detailed information on the test prep courses and registration instructions.

• Setting up and maintaining classroom reservations.

• Processing student registrations and class follow-up.

• Completing or helping with special projects.

• Performing general clerical duties, including copying and mailing.

• Maintaining communications between the test prep office and test prep students/parents.

• Assisting with class scheduling and communication with instructors.

• Updating classes on website and on FAU’s learning management system.

• Marketing courses around campus with posters, flyers and catalog postings in campus buildings, and attending events as a representative of FAU Test Prep.

• Distributing promotional e-mail correspondence through e-mail blasts.

• Occasionally organizing and proctoring practice diagnostic tests in the GCS testing lab.

• Organizing and coordinating exam score reports.

The Department of Undergraduate Studies at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. 

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Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma required.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with web entry required.
Strong customer service skills required.
Communication and written skills required.

Salary:

$15.00 per hour.
Other Personnel Services (OPS)

College or Department:

OPS - UGS - Test Prep

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, hours will vary between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Schedule is mostly flexible; a few Saturdays if needed.

Application Deadline:

2024-04-10

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover Letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.