Corrections Testing Assistant (Casual)

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Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

CASAS and GED Testing The casual Testing Assistant is an important part of the Corrections Education team, providing CASAS and GED test proctoring for adults in custody (AIC) who participate in the education program at Columbia River Correctional (near the Portland airport). Proctoring experience is preferred, but specific training is provided. The Testing Assistant provides front-line services to current students and assists them by providing the necessary materials and parameters in which to complete their test.

What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

- Provides CASAS and GED testing for Adults in Custody (AIC) at Columbia River Correctional Institution.

- Provides approved accommodations for students who need additional resources for testing according to the Oregon Department of Corrections Special Education team.

- Proctors make-up testing for students who were unable to take the test at the original scheduled time.

- Maintains records following established guidelines and procedures.

- Escalates issues to Testing Lead, Education Coordinator, or Education Director as appropriate.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work is performed in the corrections classroom setting, where staff and AIC safety and security is the highest priority. Deadlines and interruptions of workflow are expected and occur on a regular basis.

Qualifications

High school education or equivalent. One year of post-secondary coursework in a relevant field and one year of experience working in an administrative or other similar environment is required. Experience performing the duties of the job may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

- Policies and procedures related to testing, and placement;

- Assessment and the interpretation and application of test results;

- Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations;

Skills in:

- Problem solving;

- Good time management;

- Providing excellent customer service.

Ability to:

- Utilize computer technology and operate a variety of office equipment;

- Work with adult learners of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds;

- Remain calm in difficult situations and offer viable solutions;

- Effectively communicate in oral and written form;

- Work collaboratively in a fast-changing environment;

- Follow protocols and escalation procedures.

This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Job Offers are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Casual Employment at PCC

Casual Employment Categories

Clerical/Administrative Support

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Service Assistant/Maintenance

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Skilled Craft

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Technical Assistant

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Professional

Employee can work up to 959 hours in a fiscal year

Management/Supervisory

Employee can work up to 1039 hours in a fiscal year

Casual Compensation Hourly Range

$16.80 - $24.95

Potential Benefits Eligibility

As a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io if you have any questions.

Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.