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Exam Invigilator (2 permanent part-time positions)

Red Deer, AB
CA$17/hourly
Mid Level
part_time

Top Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage via Blue Cross
Health spending account
Pension plan

About the role

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Two permanent part-time positions available:

  • Position #997107 (.8 FTE) begins October 6, 2025. Some evenings and weekends are required for this position.
  • Position #997105 (.6 FTE) begins October 6, 2025. This position works Sept - April annually. Hours of work may include evenings and weekends.

Criminal Record Check
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.

This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on Sept 18, 2025.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Exam Invigilator (2 permanent part-time positions)

Position Summary

The Exam Invigilator is responsible to support the invigilation of all exam types on behalf of Red Deer Polytechnic Testing Services, and supports the students, faculty, staff, and patrons who utilize Testing Services.

Under the direction of the Testing Services Coordinator, the Exam Invigilator invigilates, and finalizes all types of exams and tests, while supporting the operation of Testing Services by providing quality customer service in a learner-centered environment.

Position Responsibilities

Exam and Test Invigilation
Invigilation:

  • Exercises vigilant supervision of the testing area, thus ensuring academic integrity during the exam process, enforcing security and privacy requirements as needed
  • Communicates Testing Services rules and requirements to students
  • Verifies test taker identities and ensures only approved materials enter the test environment
  • Maintains knowledge of testing features based on exam type in order to troubleshoot testing issues
  • Documents any exam incidents (such as academic misconduct) that occur and follow the processes outlined by Testing Services and any Third-Party examination providers

Finalizing Exams:

  • Follows protocols to collect, file and retain completed exams

Testing Services Desk Support

  • Supports the operation of the Testing Services main desk; during the hours Testing Services is open.
  • Follows protocol to triage phone, email and in-person inquiries
  • Greets and directs students, faculty, staff, and patrons who utilize Testing Services
  • Monitors the space to ensure a safe, quiet, and welcoming environment
  • Cleans and organizes the Testing Services Offices and Testing Lab areas on a regular basis
  • Maintains and applies knowledge of automated circulation systems (SIRSI), in order to perform all functions related to the booking, loaning, and returning of learning resources, including laptops, and equipment
  • Assists students to change passwords as needed
  • Provides initial troubleshooting and resolves hardware and software issues (i.e. issues related to log-in, printing, software errors, etc.) for NCLC technology

Testing Services Support – Registration and Booking

  • Assists students, faculty, staff and patrons to use relevant booking tools and processes to schedule exams
  • Refers to the Testing Service Assistant and/or Testing Service Coordinator for modifying booking and registration
  • Confirms that testing rooms are prepared for test takers prior to exam start times
  • Communicates any issues regarding exams to the Testing Services Coordinator

Continuous Growth and Acquisition of New Skills

  • Actively participates in relevant training and professional development activities as they become available

  • Actively acquires knowledge and skills related to the position

  • Supports training of new employees, as advised by the Testing Services Coordinator

  • Shares knowledge and best practices with colleagues as appropriate on a regular and ongoing basis to contribute to shared learning

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent to about 12 years of schooling

  • More than 6 months and up to 1 year of experience in an educational setting or administrative work

  • Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills with ability to manage challenging situations with individuals in a calm and professional manner

  • Technical skills required with demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, text-to-speech software, and various computer hardware

  • Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy

  • Process-oriented and able to follow procedures

  • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to work effectively, independently, and collaboratively within a changing, progressive, team-oriented environment

  • Ability to conduct basic technology (i.e. hardware and software) troubleshooting and issue resolution

  • Demonstrated skills in working with confidential information and maintaining integrity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Completion of a 1-year college certificate, one year University or equivalent.

  • Prior experience in examination supervision is preferred

  • Experience working with individuals needing academic accommodations is an asset

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$17.46 per hour

Benefits and Compensation Information

Position #997107 (.8 FTE**) begins October 6, 2025, is benefit eligible.**

  • Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays. Eligibility to access the above-mentioned benefits is dependent upon the AUPE Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.

Position #997105 (.6 FTE**) begins October 6, 2025, (Sept – April annually), is not benefit eligible.**

  • An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community**.**

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2025-A-150

Employment Type

Permanent Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

2

Desired Start Date

10/06/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

997107 (.8 FTE); 997105 (.6 FTE)

Hours of Work

997107 (.8 FTE) - Approximately 28 hours a week. Some evenings and weekends are required for this position. 997105 (.6 FTE) - Approximately 21 hours a week (Sept – April annually). Some evenings and weekends may be required for this position.

Open Date

09/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Two permanent part-time positions available:

  • Position #997107 (.8 FTE) begins October 6, 2025. Some evenings and weekends are required for this position.
  • Position #997105 (.6 FTE) begins October 6, 2025. This position works Sept – April annually. Hours of work may include evenings and weekends.

Criminal Record Check
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.

This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on Sept 18, 2025.

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter

  • Resume

Optional Documents

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Education
501-1000

Red Deer Polytechnic is located in Red Deer, Alberta, halfway between the major centres of Calgary and Edmonton.

Since 1964, when our story began as Red Deer College, our post-secondary institution has proudly served our students and communities. Now, as a polytechnic institution, we will continue to offer apprenticeships, certificates, degrees, micro-credentials and degrees, with expanded connections to industry, applied learning opportunities and interdisciplinary study as key features of the student experience.

We welcome you to study with us. We also welcome you to join us as a vibrant gathering place in our community. With two campuses and impressive facilities, Red Deer Polytechnic is an ideal place to learn, work, collaborate, conduct research and enjoy events.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.