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 the study’s school coordination and data collection activities. They contact participating 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 manage project-related administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, travel logistics, parental permission tracking, communications with school coordinators, and updates about logistics. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel potentially required, and report progress or problems to a supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed. The position uses RTI-issued equipment, including a laptop, tablet, Chromebooks, and internet routers or access points, to conduct project activities, enter information into web-based systems, review electronic reports, communicate by email, establish connectivity, and troubleshoot technical issues. Administrators read text verbatim from paper and computer documents, promptly transmit data after student sessions, meet project deadlines, maintain accurate records, and submit timely and accurate time and expense reports. Administrators are responsible for the proper care and legal use of project-issued equipment and for safeguarding and tracking participant incentives, equipment, and project materials. They must return issued equipment at the end of the TIMSS assignment or when requested. All work must be completed professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information. The role also involves attending virtually scheduled project-team meetings.

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 neighborhoods of all types.
Effective communication skills, including speaking and listening.
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 a 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 travel as required.
For business air travel, possession of or willingness to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.

Nice To Haves

Positive, self-motivated, and curious, with enjoyment of 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.
Manage administrative duties independently, including conference calls and online training.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites and manage travel logistics; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Track parental permission results, communications with school coordinators, and logistics updates.
Report progress and problems to a supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use RTI-issued computers and project systems to enter information, view electronic reports, and send and receive email.
Set up Chromebooks and access points to establish connectivity and troubleshoot technical issues.
Read text verbatim from paper documents and computer screens.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate records of progress and administrative reports.
Assume responsibility for the proper and legal use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard and track participant incentives, issued equipment, and project materials, and return issued equipment when the assignment ends or when requested.
Maintain professionalism, information integrity, and confidentiality while completing required activities.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with project-team members.