School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Salt Lake City, UT

17d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support study coordination and data collection. They contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and review or arrange assessment logistics. The role includes collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently handle administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, travel planning, tracking permission results and school communications, and maintaining progress and logistics records. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel and possible air travel. They use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems, set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, transmit data promptly, and submit accurate time and expense reports. The position requires adherence to project deadlines and procedures, careful safeguarding and tracking of equipment, materials, and participant incentives, and returning issued equipment when requested or at the end of the TIMSS assignment. Administrators must perform all activities professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information. The role is part-time, and candidates must be available for the entire training and data collection period.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience directly or indirectly related to field interviewing, data collection, teaching, and/or working with children in schools.
Comfort working in a school setting and in all types of neighborhoods.
Effective spoken communication and listening skills.
Fluency in English reading, writing, and speaking.
Availability for the entire training and data collection period, and ability to successfully complete training.
Valid U.S. driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use.
Comfort using an RTI-issued tablet, laptop, and associated equipment such as Chromebooks and internet routers.
Competence with internet and computer applications.
Access to a password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmission and administrative responsibilities.
Ability to keep project information confidential.
Ability to travel, including overnight as required.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if traveling by air for business.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.

Nice To Haves

Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoys interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds.
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet deadlines.
Computer skills, particularly email and internet proficiency.

Responsibilities

Administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools.
Contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and review or arrange assessment logistics.
Collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires.
Meet with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Manage travel logistics.
Track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates.
Report progress and problems to the supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use an RTI laptop and other project equipment for project activities, including entering information in web-based systems, viewing electronic reports, and sending and receiving email.
Set up Chromebooks and access points to establish connectivity and troubleshoot technical issues.
Read text verbatim from paper documents and a computer.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate progress and administrative records.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment; safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft, and return issued equipment as required.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of acquired information.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with other project team members.