Testing Assistant- ARC

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO


Testing Assistant
Requisition ID req37036
Working Title Testing Assistant- ARC
Position Grade 07
Position Summary

Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is excited to announce we are hiring. As an employee of this highly energetic and student-oriented center, you will provide testing accommodation support to current students within ARC. The Testing Assistant provides direct support to individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Administers and oversees tests according to strict guidelines and standards, distributes test materials, and monitors the conduct of examinees.
• Schedules exams/quizzes for students.
• Prepares and organizes testing materials in accordance with individual testing requirements and with established testing protocol and guidelines.
• Assist in the enforcement of test security policies and procedure before, during and after testing.
• Communicates with faculty, staff, other departments to ensure the exams/quizzes are administered to their preference.
• Coordinate Testing stations.
• Prepares test material for delivery; verifies accuracy of test materials and prepares all associated documentation.
• Provides general administrative assistance, to include answering phone inquiries
and assistance to walk-in students.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and understanding of pre-testing and post-testing security standards and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of ADA regulations, guidelines, and standards as applicable to an academic setting.
• Experience working in a testing center that provides ADA accommodations. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Attention to Detail

Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Accessibility Resource Center (719A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $17.56 - $22.29
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 7/8/2026
Eligible for Remote Work No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a resume, cover letter and three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html . Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.



Requesting an Accommodation

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and University of New Mexico policy, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the University of New Mexico, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] (505) 277-4777 for assistance with the application process.

Other links:

  • New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA)
  • Campus Safety (Clery Act)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of New Mexico is an equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and are dedicated to the goal of building an inclusive and pluralistic faculty and staff. We are committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.

Visit the links below for more information regarding our commitment to equal opportunity:

  • Compliance, Ethics and Equal Opportunity at the University of New Mexico
  • Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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