Test Administrator (Lyndhurst, NJ)

Pearson VUE (www.pearsonvue.com) is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, 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 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).

Pearson VUE offers a great environment to start or grow your career. We are now hiring for a temporary, part-time Test Center Administrator to join our team based in Lyndhurst, NJ. This is at 1099 Wall Street West.

 

Starting pay is $17.75 per hour and eligible for accrued paid sick time. Learn more at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/new-employees/

Please note that this is a temporary position that will go through the end of August 2026.  

 

Responsibilities  

The Test Center Administrator position is responsible for providing a secure exam delivery and superior customer service in a comfortable friendly environment. In this position, you will be required to:

• Comply with all testing procedures and strictly adhere to company policies using careful judgment.
• Check in testing candidates, verify identification, and explain the exam process.
• Proctor / invigilate candidates while testing.
• Troubleshoot with internal departments to fix technical issues.
• Complete light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming the floors and sanitizing keyboards after each candidate has finished their examination.

 

Schedule Requirements  

Our ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork and has the availability to work a variety of shifts any day from Monday through Saturday, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:45 PM, with about 2 - 4 Saturdays per month. Sunday shifts would be infrequent, but a possibility, if the need arises.

Candidate must be open to flexible scheduling.

This is strictly a part-time position and will remain as such, 12 to 19 hours per week, with an expectation to work more hours if needed.

Schedules are available at least 2 weeks in advance.

 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience proctoring or invigilating exams is highly preferred.
• Must be flexible in work hours and days.
• Beginner to intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time and also escort candidates to and from testing room. Must be able to bend, stoop and lift up to 20 lbs. with reasonable accommodation. 
• Must be comfortable in a quiet testing environment, hear soft voices and see details from a distance.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.