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Learning Commons Assistant – Test Centre Administrator (TS8) - Strait Area Campus

Port Hawkesbury, NS, Canada

Salary range: $47,711.56 to $55,553.09 annually · Full-time

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Pay: Salary range: $47,711.56 to $55,553.09 annually
Job type: Full-time
Closing date: Nov 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 6, 2026

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Learning Commons Assistant - Test Center Administrator (TS8)

Strait Area Campus

Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia

Department of Libraries and Learning Commons

Continuing Full-time Position: Commencing approximately November 9, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59PM, October 8, 2026

Competition No. 2627-197

Salary range: $47,711.56 to $55,553.09 annually

Reporting On-campus To The Manager Of Student Supports, And Functionally To The Manager Of Libraries And Learning Commons, You Will Support The Delivery Of Services By

Administering tests through the Testing Centre. This includes coordinating and scheduling tests, communicating with students and faculty, and test invigilation. NSCC Testing Centres provide both internal and external testing.
Supporting accessibility by providing accommodated testing and providing support for assistive technology.
Providing learning support services on-campus, such as by providing support for notetaking, study strategies, time management, and digital literacy, to individuals and groups.
Supporting continuous service improvement by collecting, analyzing and reporting on service delivery data.
Supporting the success of campus events, activities and initiatives, such as orientations and convocation.
This position may require some Saturday and evening hours.

Qualifications And Occupational Experience

The minimum educational qualification for this position is a post-secondary certificate or diploma in an area related to Adult Education, Educational Technology, Administrative and Business Services, Social Services, or Library Technician.
You have a minimum of two (2) years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience.
Experience working in a post-secondary institution or with adult learners.
Experience troubleshooting computer hardware, software, printers, and photocopiers.
Experience working in a test environment would be considered an asset.
Experience working with students with disabilities would be considered an asset.
Experience supporting/providing service to students in post-secondary, including supporting students with assistive technology would be considered an asset.
You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and Office 365 with strong demonstrated experience with assistive technology, e.g., text-to-speech software, accessibility features in desktop and web applications and equipment.
Strong demonstrated computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Brightspace, EnCampus, Pearson Vue and PeopleSoft.
You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
First Aid and mental health and wellness training would be considered an asset.

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

You demonstrate a commitment to equity diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization.
You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in educational and assistive technology programs, library services, and/or invigilating tests.
You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Understanding of adult learning and student development principles.
You are a strong communicator.
You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to booking tests and scheduling appointments.
You have proven records and information management skills and abilities related to service delivery data.
You demonstrate a strong commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, excellence, teamwork, and supporting student success.
You have a proven ability and time management skills to work in a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy and attention to detail.
You are dedicated to life-long learning.

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Responsibilities

Administer internal and external tests by coordinating bookings, communicating with students and faculty, and invigilating exams, while supporting accommodated testing and assistive technology. Provide learning support to individuals and groups, contribute to service improvement through data collection and reporting, and assist with campus events and initiatives.

Requirements

A post-secondary certificate or diploma in a related field and at least two years of recent, related occupational experience are required, including experience with adult learners or a post-secondary institution. Candidates should have strong computer and assistive technology skills, excellent communication and coordination abilities, and a commitment to accessibility, confidentiality, teamwork, and student success.

Skills

Test Administration
Test Scheduling
Test Invigilation
Customer Service
Assistive Technology
Accessibility Support
Learning Support
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Teams
Brightspace
EnCampus
Pearson VUE
PeopleSoft
Computer Troubleshooting
Records Management
Time Management

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Keywords

Adult Education
Educational Technology
Administrative Services
Business Services
Social Services
Library Technician
Testing Centre
Test Administration
Test Invigilation
Test Scheduling
Accommodated Testing
Assistive Technology
Text-to-Speech Software
Accessibility Features
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Teams
Brightspace
EnCampus
Pearson VUE
PeopleSoft
Computer Troubleshooting
Adult Learners
Learning Support
Student Development
Service Delivery Data
Records Management
First Aid
Mental Health and Wellness
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
Confidentiality

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