About the Department:

Disability Services ensures equitable access to George Mason University's programs and services for qualified students with disabilities. A qualified student with a disability is a student with a disability who meets the academic and technical standards required for admission or participation in the university's education program and services. As defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a person has a disability if they: has a record of such an impairment; or is regarded as having such an impairment. Disability Services strives to foster partnerships with students, faculty, and staff to create environments that are accessible and all inclusive.

About the Position:

The Disability Services Testing Center Assistant and Special Projects reports to the Director of Disability Services. This position is a dual role in the Disability Services Testing Center and Disability Services main office.

Hours: Part-Time (maximum of 29 hours per week)
• Regular Schedule: Monday through Friday with flexible hours between 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
• During fall and spring final exams, flexible scheduling is needed within the timeframe of 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
• Will follow University holiday calendar and closures.

Responsibilities:

Testing Center Responsibilities

The Testing Center Assistant is responsible for:

• Maintaining secure exam delivery and superior customer services in a comfortable, friendly educational environment;
• Collaborates with faculty, staff, and students regarding testing policies and procedures. This position requires strict adherence to university policies and understanding and compliance with all testing procedures;
• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the testing center;
• Performs verification of student identification, proctoring examinees while testing, maintaining a secure testing environment, and using a student database containing confidential personal information;
• Works closely with faculty and students to schedule exams, and verifies accommodations;
• Acts as a scribe or reader when necessary; and
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Disability Services Main Office Responsibilities

This position will assist the Disability Services Main office with:

• Working on projects (e.g., research, updating policies/procedures, record keeping, database management); and
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; 
• Experience in working with computers, along with modifying and maintaining databases;
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
• Ability to multi-task, be detail-oriented, and maintain confidentiality; and
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated customer service experience;
• Experience working with students who have disabilities; and
• A working knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the ADAA of 2008, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and other appropriate laws.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Testing Center Assistant and Special Projects at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Posting Open Date: July 31, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  August 14, 2025

Open Until Filled:  Yes