Test Center Manager

5 days ago

Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada Pearson Part time

Pearson VUE (​​) is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, and academic, government, and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management and delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in more than 180 countries, where we validate the skills and knowledge of millions of individuals every year. Pearson VUE offers a great environment to start or grow your career, we are now hiring for a ​Test Center Manager ​ to join our team based in Halifax, NS.

Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson, the world's leading learning company with global reach and market-leading businesses. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO).

Expand your career at Pearson VUE in our entry-level Test Center Manager position for our ​2 testing centers in Halifax, NS. You will utilize your communication and customer skills with external customers while also working to select new Test Administrators and provide job coaching, and fair performance appraisals to current employees.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

Our ideal candidate demonstrates flexibility and teamwork. This is strictly a part-time position and will remain as such

Ability to work ​20-30 hours per week with an expectation to work more hours as needed.

Employees must be available to work various shifts between the hours of ​7am - 9pm ​ various shifts as scheduled, any day Monday through Friday.

Ability to work approximately ​2-3 Saturdays per month from 7am - 9pm. Available to address operational problems when not at test center.

Willing to travel to temporary test centers across Canada 3 times a year.

60% of daily tasks are Test Administrator responsibilities:

Performs on-time site opening and closing procedures.

Understand all testing procedures.

Checks in examinees, verifies identification, and explains the exam process.

Monitors examinees while testing.

Maintains a secure testing environment.

I'm communicating with internal technical support to investigate and fix technical issues.

Strictly adheres to company policies using careful judgment.

Responsible for maintaining a professional and clean testing center with light housekeeping duties.

Could you arrive on time for all scheduled shifts?

Other duties as assigned.

40% of daily tasks are Test Center Manager responsibilities:

The Test Center Manager is the onsite manager of a small team of Test Administrator employees.

Site staffing/hiring/retention/conflict resolution/scheduling.

Trains, develops, and coaches staff.

First contact for facility issues.

Ability to multi-task.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1 year customer service experience preferred

One year of supervision experience in customer service preferred

High school diploma or equivalent is required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience preferred

Team leading and training skills and exposure to a testing environment are strongly preferred

Strong communication and customer service skills are a must, delivered with focused attentiveness and moderate interaction

Must be flexible in work hours and days

Ability to complete all tasks in a timely and efficient manner, and handle a reasonable amount of stress

Intermediate experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Windows applications, Internet, and email

Ability to operate a computer, fax, and telephone

Must be able to work in a quiet, focused environment​ and hear spoken words in soft voices

Ability to lift to 20 lbs on occasion

Must have the ability to stand for extended periods while escorting candidates back and forth, up to 50-100 times per scheduled shift, to and from the testing room

Must have the ability to sit for long periods

Must be able to bend, stoop & lift from a stooped position

Must be able to see small details at a distance

Ability to see names clearly on ID cards and the computer screen.

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

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