Part-Time Assessment Assistant, Center for Alternative Studies - North Shore Community College

Location: Lynn/Danvers, MA Category: Part-Time Job Type: Part-time Posted On: Thu Jun 11 2026 Job Description:

Part-Time Assessment Assistant, Center for Alternative Studies

Campus Location: Lynn and Danvers

Work Schedule: 11am-5pm Monday (Lynn), 1-7pm Tuesday (Danvers), 1-7pm Wednesday (Lynn), One (Two during peak times) Saturday per Month (Lynn/Remote)

SALARY: $36.55/hr.; non-benefited, MCCC unit position.

At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under general supervision, the purpose of the classification is to administer diagnostic computerized placement examinations to new and returning students for English, Reading, and Math placement. Employees in this classification perform administrative work involving computerized test administration. Classification is responsible for administering computerized placement examinations, interpreting test scores, explaining scores and course recommendations to students, and entering data into computer system. Performs related work as directed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer and proctor computerized placement examinations to new and returning students, interprets placement scores, and determines course placement and course recommendations based on test scores
• Administer and proctor other tests as needed, e.g. faculty course testing, HiSET, etc.
• Enters data into BANNER, e.g. test scores; performs general data management
• Works with a variety of testing platforms, e.g. Exam Soft, Pearson, ATI
• Performs administrative tasks associated with department activities, e.g. downloads rosters, checks students in and out of testing
• Performs miscellaneous tasks in support of overall department operations, e.g. assists with CLEP registrations
• Interacts with various agencies/individuals, e.g. answers student questions regarding testing, communicates with other departments, students, advisors, faculty members, etc.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or closely related field
• One (1) year experience and/or training involving computerized test administration, computer program manipulation, or computer operations in an academic environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Technical proficiency
• Experience with Banner preferred
• Successful experience interacting with culturally diverse populations
• Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or a National background check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:

North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights: TitleIX@northshore.edu

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistic Act.

In alignment with our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and rigorous educational and employment opportunities, NSCC is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process, and to support fulfilling essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our ADA/504 Coordinator: Employee_Accom@northshore.edu

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