Top 46 Program assistant i, university Jobs in Brookings, Sd

Join the Testing Center as a Program Assistant I – Proctor and play an important role in supporting a fair, secure, and positive testing experience. In this position you will deliver excellent customer service, uphold testing integrity and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

The purpose of this position is to support the mission of the Testing Center by assisting individuals in reaching their academic and professional goals by providing a secure, friendly, and comfortable environment where exams are administered, proctored, and scored with integrity. The SDSTATE-TC adheres to the National College Testing Association Professional Standards and Guidelines.

Benefits:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Test administration and proctoring
SDBOR policy and guidelines in regard to testing and prior learning credit
Educational work experience with individuals requiring special accommodations

Skill & Ability to:

Ability to obtain certification from Pearson, Meazure, Praxis, CLEP, ACCUPLACER, ATI, Prov, PSI, ACT, and other exam sponsors
Good communication and customer service skills
Attention to detail and flexibility
Computer skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical problems
Ability to prioritize tasks and work as a team

Application Procedures:

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

08/20/2026

Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary

$21.41-$24.08 depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

This is a full-time position. Typical work hours are 8-5, M-F; however, there are times when the position may need to work outside of those hours or on Saturday to accommodate special testing sessions.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Other

If other, please indicate

The ability to obtain and maintain certifications by Pearson, Meazure, CLEP, Praxis, ACCUPLACER, ACT, Prov, PSI, ATI, and other test certifications as needed.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

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