Lead Specialist

Lubbock

39412BR

Rawls College of Business

Position Description

Performs advanced, specialized work to assist in the organization and implementation of various projects and programs. Work is performed under minimal supervision within established policies with latitude for independent judgment. Works on special projects as assigned. May substitute for supervisor during his/her absence.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Supervises and coordinates the activities of student assistants and graduate student proctors to ensure the integrity and validity of testing.
• Assists in the hiring and training of student assistants and graduate student proctors.
• Participates in the check-in and check-out of testers.
• Participates in the administration of testing schedules for the Testing Center, assuring that all tests can be administered in the given time period.
• Provides support to faculty and students with regard to Testing Center policies and procedures.
• Responsible for following correct procedures in the opening and closing of the Testing Center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school plus six years experience in related field. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years experience in a testing center. Experience dealing with Student Disability Services and ADA issues is a plus.
• Successful candidates must possess excellent oral, interpersonal, written, and presentation communication skills. They must possess the ability to be detail-orientated, strictly follow directives and plans assigned to them, and be able to handle or resolve daily issues, concerns, and grievances. Must have experience coordinating activities for subordinates and reporting those activities back to management. Able to handle high-stress situations with integrity, respect, and calm professionalism.
• Familiarity with computer management software(e.g. LanSchool, NetSupport, Netcontrol 2, Lockdown Browser, Deep
• Freeze); familiarity with LMS Systems (e.g. Blackboard); Experience in logistics, scheduling and operations supervision; Basic computer and software troubleshooting skills; Experience in managing daily activities of subordinates.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.77

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Office and Admn Wkrs All Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Air Force Specialty Code

3A1X1

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

42L, 42E

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

1802, 641X