Coordinator, Testing at University of Houston - Downtown in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Department: Testing Salary: $43,001 - $47,000
Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator, Testing is responsible for overseeing the implementation, management, and compliance of the TSI program, a state-mandated initiative aimed at ensuring students in Texas public higher education institutions are prepared for college-level coursework. The TSI Coordinator works to help students meet academic readiness requirements and provides essential support and resources for those needing assistance in meeting TSI standards, promoting student success and academic achievement.

DUTIES

• Serves as the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) liaison by providing guidance and support to students, faculty, and staff on TSI policies and regulations
• Collaborates with the local Independent School Districts to educate students and staff on TSI requirements
• Delivers training sessions on TSI requirements to targeted groups
• Collaborates with Enrollment Management and Academic Advising to notify staff on TSI requirements, policies, and procedures
• Assists with administering TSI exam on and off campus
• Supports weekend and evening institutional and divisional activities
• Designs, implements, and manages materials to support students in TSI preparation to support the transition from high school to higher education

MARGINAL DUTIES

• Performs all other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: None

Delegation of Work: N/A

Supervision Given: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of trends, issues, and best practices relating to college readiness

Skills:

• Strong presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primary Work Location:

• Works in an office environment

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements
• The individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of related job experience
• Experience with high school college readiness

License/Certification:

• N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• N/A

This job description may not encompass all duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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