Job Details

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire an Assessment and Placement Assistant. This is a part-time, non-union, non-exempt, and non-benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. 

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to the college's strategic priorities and seek to build relationships in support of community well-being. 

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

• Provide customer service and front-line support for the office of Testing and Placement Services; explain the services offered, including examinations offered and course placement options, to both public and college faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist in the preparation of space, coordination of appointments, administration of various examinations, and daily functions of overall office environment.
• Provide accurate information about policy and procedures as well as make appropriate referrals to aid students in the getting started processes at the college.
• Ensure services provided are in accordance with proprietary test requirements, as well as College-wide policies, regulations, and standards, including careful adherence to (FERPA) privacy guidelines/confidentiality of student records.
• Maintain support presence as a reliable member of a team who is both dependable and flexible as well as aware of program improvement goals; contribute ideas in goal-setting activities.
• Operate standard office equipment, including Microsoft Office and appointment software.
• Help students with common PC issues that arise during electronic testing sessions.
• Verify valid identification and distribute/collect issued testing materials; ensure academic integrity and monitor student behavior using electronic monitoring software, surveillance cameras, and periodic walk-arounds; comply with testing procedures as dictated.
• Engage in initial placement conversations designed to address a goal orientation for student planning; review preliminary intake information with prospective students.
• Enter data related to test scores and placement options, registration, and student records in the Student Information System (SIS; Colleague).
• Carry out other duties and/or project-based work as assigned and within the functions of the position.

• Provide assistance to other college personnel as workload and staffing levels dictate. 
• Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility. 
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner. 

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: An Associate's degree from an accredited school plus 3 years teaching, training, testing, counseling or customer service experience.  A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

• Ability to exemplify traits that reflect the College's culture, including integrity, a customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility and a willingness to change.

KNOWLEDGE: Experience working with diverse persons, who may speak a language other than English and/or who have significant educational challenges; knowledge of software applications including proficiency in word processing and email as well as basic knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and web-based tools in an office environment.

Application Instructions
Your application will be scored based on the minimum qualifications, core competencies, and preferred qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet all the qualifications listed in this job posting, we encourage you to apply and address through your application materials all the relevant education, transferable skills, and related experience that makes you a great candidate for this position. Please ensure you include all information on your application which you wish to be considered.

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

3. If applicable: Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard's preference documentation 

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

Please remove all graduation and other education related dates from your application materials.

For application support, please refer to this guide or contact NeoEd's support team @ 855.524.5627. 

Veterans' Preference
Under Oregon Law, qualified Veterans and current or former Oregon National Guard members may be eligible for Veteran's preference when applying for positions with CCC.

Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans' disability preference letter.

Documents Required

• NGB Form 22 or 55

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Terms of Employment

• All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• Those offered employment will be required to complete and sign forms before initiating the background check step.
• CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.

• CCC does not support employment permits or visas.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

Equal Employment Opportunity
CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.