Temporary Aide - Mines Testing Center Proctors
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026. Mines scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Mines Testing Center is hiring Part-time, temporary proctors to ensure students are provided testing experiences in accordance with Mines policies and procedures. Hours will vary.Position Summary
- Proctor student tests according to Mines Testing Center policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing environment: check IDs and calculators, monitor testers throughout testing session, secure materials and secure the Mines Testing Center according to institutional procedure.
- Respond to and troubleshoot testing situations with professionalism and a calm demeanor.
- Coordinate exam delivery and return, provide daily exam preparation, and manage student check-in procedures.
Schedule
- PT (4 - 16 hours per week)
- Coverage for Common Hour exams from 5-9 pm throughout the semester on designated dates. Covering a shift/shifts (up to 8 hours) during final exams 7:30 am - 9:15 pm (Fri, Sat, Mon-Wed of exam week). Some daytime assistance as needed (possibly to cover lunch, staff meetings or to help with exam prep).
- On-campus location
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of clerical or customer interaction experience.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience proctoring exams
- Ability to manage and prioritize work assignments independently
- Excellent time and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
- Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft applications and the ability to access basic web and software programs.
Salary and Benefits
$22-$25/hourly rate
Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees.
All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.
How to Apply
Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)
- Upload a resume or CV
Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now nor in the future.
This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy based on business needs.
References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.
Application review will begin immediately. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice any time after September 17, 2026 . For best consideration, apply as soon as possible.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests
It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at [email protected] or 303.273.3250 for assistance.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
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