Testing Services Coordinator - MnSCU Academic Professional 1

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Working Title:

Testing Services Coordinator - MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Institution:

Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

ARCC - Cambridge CampusCoon Rapids

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

SALARY RANGE                        

$23.63 - $34.18 hourly; $49,339 - $71,368 annually

Job Description

The mission of the Anoka-Ramsey Community College Testing Services is to provide a professional testing environment for the campus and community that supports individuals on their path to personal, academic and career success. Testing Services strives to be inclusive and welcoming to all diverse populations. 

The Testing Services Coordinator directs, coordinates, and implements all aspects of college-wide testing services at Anoka-Ramsey Community College. This includes implementing policies, operating procedures and processes for assessment testing, instructor-arranged testing, testing accommodations, HSRT testing, proctoring exams for other institutions, collaboration with high school programs, local businesses, and any special testing needed by the Academic Affairs and/or Student Affairs departments of the college. This position collaborates with other student services departments and assists in promoting and enhancing a campus community philosophy that acknowledges students’ individuality, diversity, and uniqueness and helps create a campus community that facilitates student success and treats students with dignity and respect.

This position will have responsibilities at both the Cambridge and Rapids campuses.  The home campus will be Cambridge and will travel to both campuses as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning/growth

• 2 years experience in student services, academic advising and/or assisting individuals with the transition to higher education, OR an Associates degree with 1.5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in student services

• Interpersonal and communication skills, including listening, speaking, writing and the ability to interact professionally with diverse populations in a positive, courteous, and helpful manner

• Multi-tasking and technical skills to manage multiple testing schedules and services that happen simultaneously on a daily basis

• Computer skills to create, modify, analyze, manipulate and interpret data and generate reports from databases, spreadsheets and word processing documents

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree

• Ability to work in a team environment that supports the diverse needs of students

• Knowledge of testing policies, procedures, programs and curriculum to develop guidelines

• Experience with certified testing and/or ability to obtain required certifications as needed to administer various assessment tests

• Experience providing leadership, training and/or work direction for others sufficient to plan, coordinate and direct quality support services

• Ability to evaluate testing and assessment programs and make recommendations in terms of acceptable standards and policies

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Internal Applicants

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub.  Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This includes other State of Minnesota employees who work for agencies, councils, or boards other than Minnesota State.

Please complete the Anoka-Ramsey Community College online application and upload these documents by the posting deadline:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement (see prompt below)

DE&I Statement Prompt: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work is the responsibility of the entire college, including our faculty and staff. Describe how you would be able to support the efforts of Equity 2030 and the campus work of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the position for which you are applying.

Within your application material, please address how you meet all minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

It is our commitment to ensure the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates.  Please contact the Human Resources Office, (763) 433-1160, to obtain these materials in an alternative media and/or to request a reasonable accommodation during the selection process. 

Other Requirement

NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., hours are subject to change and may vary during summer and semester breaks

Telework

This position will have the possibility of working remotely one day per week based on department needs.

About

Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is an open-door, comprehensive higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning.  ARCC has campuses in both Cambridge and Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

The aligned institutions of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College (ATC) are members of Minnesota State.  With over 100 degree, certificate, and transfer programs across three campuses, ARCC and ATC have served the citizens of the Twin Cities and East Central Minnesota since 1965.  Annually, the two colleges (three campuses) serve more than 16,000 learners of all ages and ethnicities as they pursue associate degrees that transfer as the first two years of a bachelor’s degree, or technical and certificate programs that lead immediately to rewarding careers.

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment.  We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.  Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.  Our commitment to inclusive excellence seeks to extend beyond academic offerings to meet diverse student interests as well as regional and economic needs.

Our college prides itself in our support for students’ holistic needs.  We have many students who are first-generation students, students with disabilities, veteran students, post-traditional students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA.  The student population at ARCC is composed of <1% American Indian/Alaska Native, 7% Asian, 12% Black or African American, 6% Hispanic of any race, <1% Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander, 60% White, and 4% two or more races, and 10% unknown.  We are committed to creating a vibrant and diverse community of employees composed of first-generation students, employees with disabilities, veterans, and employees who identify as LGBTQIA. Our employee population at ARCC consists of 17.1% Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC).  

For more information about our college, please visit our website at http://www.anokaramsey.edu.

The safety of all is of vital concern. The Clery Act Campus Crime & Security Report is available to perspective employees at ARCC at http://www.anokaramsey.edu/about-us/safety-security/. The campus Title IX Coordinator is Mike Opoku and can be contacted at mike.opoku@anokaramsey.edu or (763) 433-1272.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

06-04-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

04-14-2025

Close Date:

05-06-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Mindy LaBossiere

Posting Contact Email:

qk5309hj@minnstate.edu Apply