Job Description

About Bow Valley CollegeBow Valley College is the largest college in the Calgary area, with over 15,000 students. We open doors to in-demand jobs across Canada. Our graduates contribute to the economy and community through careers in business, entertainment arts, technology, health care, social services, and more. We are proud to be named one of Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s Top 80 employers and one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top 50 research colleges. Our innovative applied research, focused on health and health technology, educational technology, and social innovation, is helping shape the future of college education. Learn more about the opportunities we create for students, employees, and our province at bowvalleycollege.ca.NOTE: This is a casual position and total hours of work may vary each month. Only Bilingual applicants will be considered.Position SummaryThe Workforce Development unit provides test development, commercialization and proctoring services for the College\xe2\x80\x99s Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES). The primary function of the Test Marker is to mark exams (i.e., TOWES) according to evaluation criteria provided by the testing organization.Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Follows the marking administrative procedures and complete marking documentation such as verifying data on answer sheets (dates, locations, names, etc.).
• Reviews and interprets test taker responses (answers) in relation to a range of acceptable answers (answer key) and assigns a mark of correct or incorrect; questions evaluated may include true/false, multiple choice, short answer, or other.
• Identifies issues or concerns with the answer key to review and discuss with the administrator (for example, the guide is not clear); brings forth suggestions to the supervisor.
• Monitors assessment booklets/documentation for possible academic dishonesty (for example, two test taker booklets with similar patterns of incorrect responses).
• Responsible for entering score sheets into various testing databases.

• Completes periodic recertification, answer key reviews; make recommendations for changes and updates.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Very strong attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of fair and equitable assessment practices.
• Bilingual (English & French).

• Must complete marker training and ongoing recertification (training and certification will be employer provided and completed following the commencement of employment).
• Experience in administrative or education preferred.

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through , , or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.This opening is a casual, AUPE position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.Closing Date: September 12, 2024Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentBow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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