About Sacred Heart University
As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
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To apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a completed application and résumé through the University's online application system. Applications submitted outside of the official Careers at SHU website will not be considered. Applicants should not apply through third-party or external job sites, as such postings may be fraudulent or may misrepresent opportunities that are no longer available at the University. A cover letter or statement of interest is preferred for all staff positions.
Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.
Position Summary
The Test Proctor plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and smooth administration of exams in the Testing Center. This position is responsible for ensuring that all testing procedures are followed, providing support to students with accommodations, and fostering a professional, secure, and inclusive testing environment.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Examinee Readiness
- Ensure all required check-in and security screening procedures are completed before students enter the testing room.
- Greet students and verify their identity.
- Provide exam details, including duration, assigned seating and permitted materials.
- Conduct security checks to ensure students do not possess unauthorized items.
Proctoring & Exam Administration
- Maintain exam integrity by ensuring all procedures are followed and students are supported throughout testing.
- Verify student identities, confirm seating arrangements, and monitor students throughout the exam.
- Communicate time limits and provide periodic time updates.
- Maintain a quiet and controlled testing environment.
- Collaborate with the Testing Center Coordinators to address student questions and resolve issues.
- Keep records of test administration.
- Assist students with assistive technologies and testing platforms used in the testing center.
- Remain vigilant in monitoring multiple students for potential academic integrity violations, and document and report any suspected incidents to Testing Center coordinators in accordance with Testing Center policies.
Materials Management & Testing Environment
- Ensure all materials and testing spaces are properly maintained.
- Maintain confidentiality of student information, including disabilities and accommodations.
- Safeguard testing materials, logs, and related documents.
- Distribute and replenish supplies such as pencils, pens, and scratch paper.
- Keep desks and testing areas clean, organized, and sanitized.
- Collect completed exams and verify all materials are accounted for through accurate counts.
- Return completed exams to instructors.
- All other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes
- An Associate degree is required; Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to remain alert for extended periods.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with basic computer systems and testing software preferred.
- Ability to read college-level exam questions verbally.
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and enforce policies consistently.
Unusual Working Conditions
- Requires prolonged periods of sitting or standing while monitoring exams.
- Must maintain focus in a quiet, controlled testing environment.
- May involve interaction with students experiencing test-related stress.
- May require working during (7:45 AM-12 or 12-4 PM) or/and evening (4-7:30 PM) hours
- Will work 10-12 hours per week during the regular semester; Up to 20 hours are available during the regular semester for interested candidates, subject to change based on the needs of the University
This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
