Exam Room Staff

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

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The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We are seeking to recruit exam room invigilators to provide supervision of students during end of semester exams. You will be responsible for supervising and ensuring compliance during exam sessions to ensure the security and integrity of the exam environment and you will play an integral role in assisting students during a particularly stressful part of their studies.

You will hold integrity in high regard, pay close attention to detail and be able to remain vigilant for prolonged periods. You will be able to adapt to mixed modes of exam delivery, including on campus digital exams, traditional paper based exams and remote, online invigilation.

You will be responsible for:

• Setting up the exam room by placing exam papers, stationery and equipment at desks in accordance with procedures and spacing requirements.
• Implementing exam rules and regulations and remaining attentive throughout the exam, monitoring student behaviour.
• Assisting before, during and after the exam by directing students to their seats, advising them about possessions permitted in the exam room, and handling queries raised.
• Supervising carefully, making sure that students do not communicate with one another during the exam, and responding to any irregularities immediately.
• Checking attendance during exams and recording details of late arrivals.
• Escorting candidates on washroom breaks as required.
• Detecting any unauthorized materials inside the exam room and ensuring that academic integrity is upheld at all times.
• Delivering and collecting exam scripts carefully at the start and end of the exam in accordance with procedures.
• Be able to adapt to different modes of exams throughout the day and/or exam period.
• Support exam processes

You will need to be available as needed throughout the exam period. Semester One exams run from 12 June through to the 30 June. You must be available for in-person training prior to the exam period.

For more detailed information, please refer to our webpage.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 10/04/2025 to be considered. However, do not wait to submit your application as we may begin hiring sooner. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Henry Bell via henry.bell@auckland.ac.nz for more information. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

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