Assistant Coordinator, Exams

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Job #	040822
Department Code	20211-2066
Department	Center for Disability Resources
Job Title	Assistant Coordinator, Exams
Location	Syracuse, NY
Pay Range	$18.75 - $22.12 per hour
Pay Determination	Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level	S4
FLSA Status	Non-exempt
Hours	Standard University business hours 7:30am – 4:00pm (academic year) 8:00am – 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type	Full-time
Campus	Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code	Not Applicable
Job Description	Supervision of all aspects of the Center for Disability Resource’s exam services area. The position requires both strong interpersonal, written & verbal communication skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel for the purpose of data management and reporting. The position requires basic knowledge of assistive technologies & software programs related to accessibility as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The position requires the individual to be comfortable in a fast paced work environment.
Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree preferred or one (1+) plus years experience working in a college setting. Detailed oriented Possess excellent organizational skills Time management skills Have the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population, including students, faculty and staff campus wide. Possess technical expertise in Excel and various assistive technologies and blackboard desired. Experience in Higher Education, working with students with disabilities and accommodated exam administration.
Job Specific Qualifications	Expertise in Microsoft Excel for the purpose of data management and reporting. Strong interpersonal Written & verbal communication skills. Knowledge of assistive technologies & software programs related to accessibility. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Comfortable in periodic fast paced/highly stressed work environment.
Responsibilities	Oversee and manage all aspects of exam administration area within the Center for Disability Resources. This includes meeting with students regarding implementation of exam services policies and procedures, overseeing exam preparation, ensuring the timely implementation of exam accommodations, ensuring integrity of all aspects of CDR exam processes and coordinate exam administration with faculty/staff and students. Will be adept at using all functions of ‘Accommodate’ CDR’s on-line disability resource platform to manage the daily exam operations. They will help to train and support faculty in ongoing the use of ‘Accommodate’ as well as create and update training guides as needed. They will keep abreast of updates from Simplicity regarding upgrades to Accommodate. They will also be responsible for generating on- demand, semester, and year end reports regarding exam operations. In conjunction with the Coordinator of Services and Associate Director, this includes supervision of student and staff workers as well as training and scheduling of daily work responsibilities. Also responsible for troubleshooting and oversight of timely communications with faculty. Responsible for assessment activities related to exam services and be administrative back up for assistive technology and note taking assistance service areas of CDR. They will be knowledgeable and trained in these service areas and be ready to fill in based on operational needs. Participate in staff meetings and CDR activities, complete office projects and other duties as assigned.
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Application Instructions	In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University	Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area	Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement	Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans	Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community	Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link	https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/104283
Job Posting Date	04/15/2024
Application Deadline
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Job Category	Staff
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