Disability Services Center
A Center for Learning and Accessibility
Tutor/Test Proctor Evening Supervisor
Job Description
Payroll Title: Graduate Student Assistant Researcher I
Name of Supervisor: Lori Palmerton, Assistant Director
Supervisor’s Phone: (949) 824-7494
Work Location: Disability Services Center – Building 313 on Ring Road
Flexible Work Hours: Monday-Thursdays, 4:30-10:00 pm (approx. 20 hours per week)
Summary of Duties
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Disability Services Center (DSC), the Tutor/Test
Proctor Evening Supervisor oversees all functions of DSC from 5:00 pm to closing. Duties include the
supervision of test proctoring and student staff. Provides individual or small group tutoring for students
who have been referred by Disability Specialists. Ensures student staff completes transportation duties
for students who utilize Ring Road Rides (Golf cart transportation program for individuals with
permanent or temporary disabilities).
Qualifications
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Completion of first year or equivalent, of graduate study
Relevant field study (e.g., counseling, public administration, psychology and social behavior,
social sciences, education)
Undergraduate co-curricular leadership or paraprofessional experiences
Commitment to working with diverse populations
Flexibility to work evenings (Monday – Thursday, 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm)
Desired
 Evidence of and appreciation for the value, role and purpose of a disability services center in
higher education
 Demonstrated communication skills, written and oral, as well as, effective interpersonal skills
 Possesses a command of tutoring skills in areas such as UC Irvine general education courses,
Time Management, Self Advocacy and Study Skills and in program preparation including budget,
and assessment and evaluation
 Ability to handle and complete several on-going projects in a work environment characterized by
frequent interruptions
 Knowledge of UC Irvine Student Code of Conduct, Academic Honesty and University Policy
Essential Functions
Percent of Time: 50%
Direct Student Services
Supervises front office reception, evening drivers and student assistant staff. A critical function is
integrating the reception and service activities in the front office in order to achieve the most effective
use of student employees and the timely delivery, administration and return of tests and exams and all
assigned Ring Road Rides.
Addresses concerns or issues presented by student test takers (i.e. typing error, mistake or question
about exam instructions, confusion or frustration) and contacts Assistant Director if necessary.
Provides general information about the Disability Services Center and campus requirements for disability
accommodations, and determines who in office or elsewhere on campus to refer students or visitors.
Provides individual and/or small group tutoring/instruction to students registered with the Center in
areas such as time management, self-advocacy and study skills as well as undergraduate general
education courses.
Conducts special projects and other office and outreach activities.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of units on campus that are used frequently as referral services for
students. These may include but are not limited to the following: University Ombudsman, Counseling
Center, Career Center, LARC, Placement/Testing Office, SOAR, LGBT Resource Center and Cross Cultural
Center.
Percent of Time: 50%
Administrative
Assists in the implementation of evening test proctoring. Oversees strict confidentiality and security of
all exams and confidential information.
Communicates with faculty or teaching assistants regarding the administration of course tests and
exams.
Applies University procedures, policies, and external requirements related to disability accommodations,
maintains confidential student records.
Utilizes camera surveillance and sound masking during test proctoring.
Ensures that all scheduled Ring Road Rides are completed and golf carts are returned and secured for
the evening.
Completes and produces reports or data about services or accommodations.
Utilizes computers to manage data, complete reports, and disseminate correspondence