Cosmetology Proctor​/Examiner; Part-time

Cosmetology Proctor/Examiner (Part-time) Job Description

Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

About Us:

Prometric is a leading provider of technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions to many of the world’s most recognized licensing and certification organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies. We support more than 7 million test takers annually at our testing locations in 180 countries around the world. With over three decades of experience working with clients of all sizes across a multitude of industry sectors, our mission is to design and deliver the highest quality and most innovative testing solutions anytime, anywhere.

JOB TITLE:

Cosmetology Proctor/Examiner (Part-time)

LOCATION:

Wisconsin sites including Milwaukee, Madison, Appleton and Eau Claire

Proctors are responsible for objective observation of candidates performing a demonstration of skills while the candidates are taking the NIC Cosmetology and related discipline licensing examinations.

Practical Exams to be Administered – The examiners must be able to examine candidates for the exams below:

• NIC Cosmetology Practical Exam
• NIC Instructor Practical Exam
• NIC Nail Technology Practical Exam
• Electrology Practical Exam

Positions are part-time. The exams will typically be administered on Sundays and Mondays (with the exception of state holidays).

• Proctors are always present at each examination site at all times the candidates are present
• Time each section of the exam
• Read, speak, and write English the instructions and verbal instructions with reasonable proficiency.
• Dress in a professional manner

• Control test area by maintaining a working knowledge of Prometric policies and practices
• Greet examinees and verify identification
• Monitor candidates as they complete their practical exam
• Observe and rate candidates as they complete their practical exam
• Resolve candidate issues or report them to the appropriate supervisor
• Protect security of all computer software in Test Center environment
• Report any occurrences which fall outside company guidelines to corporate management

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for an examiner position:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Active license in good standing with at least 3 years experience in the industry.
• Cannot be affiliated with schools or teaching in any way for students preparing to take state board examinations.
• Cannot work for a manufacturer or beauty supply.
• Examiners must be certified as required by NIC and maintain certification as a condition of employment. NIC Examiner training will be provided.
• Examiners must dress and handle themselves in a professional manner at all times.
• Examiners cannot visit or be guest speakers at schools.
• Examiners cannot grade any candidates that they know either personally or professionally or have had any contact with.
• Applicants cannot work for a manufacturer, beauty supply, or a school and cannot have any school affiliation for 2 years prior to applying for an Examiner position.

Prometric is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.