Exam Proctor

PROCTORS

Disability Resource Program

University of California College of the Law, San Francisco is seeking candidates interested in serving as seasonal/on-call exam proctors during our exam periods listed below.

Multiple positions are available. Proctors are responsible for assisting students to their assigned exam stations, observing students taking examinations, and maintaining the security and integrity of the examination process.

UC Law’s midterm and final examinations are held once a term. For Fall it takes place typically in late November to mid-December, for Spring term in late April to mid-May, and for summer term in mid-August. Each exam period is approximately 3 weeks (summer term exam period is only a few days). Exam schedules vary and are Monday through Friday. Each shift can last from 4 – 8 hours a day with breaks.

The starting hourly rate is $20.83/hour.

Upcoming exam periods:

• December 2nd – December 19th, 2023
• April 21rd – May 9th, 2024
• August 4th – August 7th, 2024  

Please indicate your general availability when applying.

PRIMARY/PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends one (1) mandatory training sessions prior to each examination period (proctors will be compensated for the training). This will take place within the week prior to the exam period.

Following the direction from the Disability Resource Program:

• Guides students to their exam station and inspects any permitted items to ensure compliance with exam honor code.
• Assists students in setting up their laptops and gaining access to examsoft.
• Maintains the security of all exam materials during exams.
• Communicates examination instructions to students in a clear and professional manner.
• Distributes, collects, and accounts for all exam materials.
• Monitors students throughout exams to ensure a secure testing environment and to deter academic dishonesty.
• Reports any irregularities to the Disability Resource Program.
• Walks quietly around the room during exams to monitor student conduct.
• Checks all students out of the exam room at the conclusion of the exam period.
• Completes Proctor Report at the upon request from the Disability Resource Program.
• Adheres to established exam policies and procedures provided by the Registrar’s Office and Disability Resource Program.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures and apply them.
• Ability to move about the exam room at intervals. Ability to speak quietly.
• Ability to lift and carry exam materials that may weigh up to twenty (20) pounds or push a cart.
• Ability to enunciate, speak clearly, and project in front of a group of people.
• Ability to exercise patience.

Experience: Prior experience with diverse populations in an academic environment preferred. Exam proctoring experience a plus. Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to read clearly out loud.