Assistant Director, Testing and TSI

Job Title

Assistant Director, Testing and TSI

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Student Success

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,166.67 monthly

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Testing and Assessment is a full-time, professional position responsible for the operation of the Testing Center at A&M-SA which provides testing and assessment services for the campus community. The Assistant Director plans, organizes, and directs administrative activities relating to all testing programs and services at A&M-SA. The Assistant Director also represents the University by establishing and maintaining professional testing partnerships with national testing organizations, as well as, organizing and analyzing data to produce reports. The Assistant Director of Testing and TSI reports to the Executive Director of the Student Academic Success Center.

The Assistant Director of Testing and TSI will organize and manage the Testing Center operations as well as be the primary point of contact for the administration of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) exam at A&M-San Antonio. 

Salary: $50,000/annually

Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and monitoring of procedures, goals, objectives, processes, and daily functions of the Testing Center.

• Consults with outside testing agencies, colleges, and universities for continued updates on the latest procedures and technology to ensure efficient testing services to students and faculty.

• Ensures accurate entry of test data into the campus-wide record-keeping system.

• Assist the Executive Director of Student Academic Success in preparing and administering of the budget for the Testing Center.

• Plan and facilitate installation and maintenance of computer hardware, software, and other equipment and supplies.

• Trains, schedules, and monitors staff, including test proctors, necessary to operate a testing center.

• Communicates with test companies regarding schedules, contracts, personnel needs, facilities, and university policies and procedures.

• Organize and analyze data and produce statistical reports related to testing services.

• Understands and disseminates state policies related to the TSI program.

• Manages BANNER projects related to TSI.

• Other duties assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

• Six (6) years experience in administering testing, analyzing testing or working in a testing environment

License, certifications, or registration:

• Certified CLEP administrator

• Certified to administer Pearson Vue exams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to use the student information systems, BANNER.

• Familiarity with TSI-A policies for the state of Texas

• Ability to use good judgment and work effectively under pressure.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others and provide excellent customer service to students, employees, and the community.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to organize and lead a team

Applicant Instructions: 

Please make sure to provide the following documents: 

• Cover Letter

• Resume / CV 

• References – at least two - three professional references

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: 

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​  

Summary of Employee Benefits: 

https://www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/summary-of-employees-benefits.pdf   

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities. 

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058. 

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.