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Posting Summary
Position Title Coordinator of University Testing Center FLSA Exempt Department Student Academic Success Office Job Summary
Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for the position of Coordinator of the University Testing Center. Reporting to the Director for Student Academic Support, the Coordinator of the University Testing Center coordinates the implementation and administration of institutional and national exams given through the testing center. He/she informs students, testing center staff, and the university community regarding testing procedures; coordinates the test scheduling process; and trains testing center personnel. AA/EOE
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in counseling and guidance, college student personnel, education, educational administration, student affairs, or related field.
- Two years of relevant work experience within a higher education or closely related testing environment.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders (students, colleagues, administrators), both verbally and in writing.
- Must possess diplomacy, confidentiality, and strong relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, especially with students.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products and Google platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in counseling and guidance, college student personnel, education, educational administration, student affairs, or related field.
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience within a higher education or closely related testing environment.
- 2-3 years working in a higher education environment.
- Excellent oral, written communication skills, and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of CLEP services, Zoom, Banner, EAB Navigate, and Degree Works
Special Requirements Summary
Local and regional travel required.
Work Hours
- Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week
- Some evenings and weekends are required.
KSA's
Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in counseling and guidance, college student personnel, education, educational administration, student affairs, or related field.
- Two years of relevant work experience within a higher education or closely related testing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description
- Provide oversight for the day-to-day operations, development, and leadership for the University's Testing Center.
- Work closely with the Director for Student Academic Support to develop and update the center's services, policies, and procedures in response to changing demands.
- Communicate program policies/procedures to campus and community and maintain integrity of testing environment.
- Collaborate with the Office of Admission to assist newly admitted students in navigating the testing process.
- Serve as the systems administrator for testing platforms by creating new accounts, providing ongoing training through workshops for all campus users and coordinating upgrades with the Office of Information Technology.
- Oversee and administer College Level Examination Program exams through testing center.
- Work with the Registrar's office to submit CLEP scores for transcript reporting.
- Promote and maintain Kaplan all-access agreement with XULA.
- Ensure the hiring and employment of Test Center personnel by supervising, training, and evaluating.
- Maintain Testing Center statistics and prepare periodic reports with recommendations concerning programming implications.
- Maintain a secure, productive, and distractive free testing environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S482P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/10/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Date 07/30/2026 Application Review Date Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter emphasizing qualifications for the position, a comprehensive CV/resume, and contact information for three references.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3780
About Xavier
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation
- Other