Associate Director for Academic Testing and TSI Services

Associate Director for Academic Testing and TSI Services

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S05269P

Position Title Associate Director for Academic Testing and TSI Services

Department Testing Service

Location Arlington

Job Family Student Success

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

• May work evening and weekends (Saturday).

• May include remote and virtual academic advising work outside an office.

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at ~~~ . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

The Leadership Role in the Academic Testing Center ensures that the Center is compliant with relevant university and state policy and procedures, including legal contracts and policies for awarding credit. This role manages budgeting and will develop and execute a strategy to produce revenue. It develops and provides professional customer service for external partners and offers guidance and information to supplement and enhance the student experience and their efforts to persist and graduate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage operations, including a $250,000 budget, along with logistics of the Academic Testing Center which includes the supervision of 4 full-time staff, graduate assistants, and student workers. Oversee on-campus and off-campus testing administration including the scheduling of test dates monitoring the accuracy and integrity of the Center.

• Maintain strict security of tests and ensure the coordination of institutional scoring, testing registration and administering testing programs.

• Liaise with the Admissions, Records and Registration Office to maintain scoring and exam standards. Produce data pertaining to tests being administered.

• Work with DSS administration on TSI reporting to the THECB; works with IT programmers to maintain TSI requirements on campus. Backup lab proctor during times of need.

• Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures. Support institutional effectiveness efforts; including the utilization of lab space for department proctoring of mid-term exams, final exams and other exams as needed.

• Participate in meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field with One (1) year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity or the equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Federal, state, and local policies and procedures governing academic advising functions; and resources provided by academic advising associations such as NACADA and TEXAAN. A working knowledge and ability to use the University Catalog is essential.

• Written and verbal interpersonal communication; organizing information; problem solving; adhering to deadlines and time management; taking initiative; outreach; and navigating student information systems.

• Work professionally, collaboratively, and independently; and proficiently use Microsoft Office Programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or co- workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. The ability to work evening and weekends (Saturday).

Working Conditions

• Standard office setting. Repetitive use of keyboard.

• Ability to travel to different campus locations.

• May include remote and virtual academic advising work outside an office.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to ~~~ or email ~~~ .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *What is the highest level of education attained?

2. GED

3. High School Diploma

4. Associate's Degree

5. Bachelor's Degree

6. Master's Degree

7. PhD or equivalent

8. *How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

9. None/less than 2 years

10. 3 to 4 years

11. 4 to 5 years

12. 6 or more years

13. *How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?

14. None/less than 1 year

15. 2 to 3 years

16. 4 to 5 years

17. 6 years or more

18. *What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)?

19. No skills/Basic

20. Intermediate

21. Advanced

22. Proficient

23. *Are you available to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays?

24. Yes

25. No

26. Depending

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume or CV

2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents