Proctor, Scribe, Reader (PSR)

This position has an end date of April 30, 2027.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose.

Augustana Student Success and Accessibility is seeking Proctors, Scribes, and Readers (PSRs) for the upcoming academic year. PSRs apply University of Alberta exam regulations and policies to administer accommodated exams under the University of Alberta's Duty to Accommodate policy. The role of the PSR involves direct contact with students and other University of Alberta employees, requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and maintaining confidentiality. Clear, consistent communication and reinforcement of University of Alberta regulations, policies, and procedures are required with students and staff.

Other Information: Augustana Student Accessibility & Success Services assigns shifts based on exam demand, meaning that this role is seasonal, with the busiest periods being midterms and final exams.

• Invigilates, scribes, and reads for students writing accommodated exams.
• Monitors exam rooms and oversees compliance with exam procedures, including verifying students' identification and arranging students' seating.
• Answers questions concerning exam procedures, exam discrepancies, and other routine matters, escalating complex or unusual questions.
• Troubleshoots exam and hardware issues, reporting suspected academic dishonesty cases and ensuring exam spaces' cleanliness.
• Performs other duties as required.

• A minimum of a high school diploma is required.
• Teaching assistant experience or previous PSR experience is preferred.
• Experience working with accessibility-related issues or persons with disabilities is an asset.
• Literacy or experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications is an asset.
• Ability to multitask and seek solutions to immediate and short-term issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in high-stress situations.
• Careful attention to complex details.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively.

Application Instructions

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This competition will be used to fill 3 positions.

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).