School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Phoenix, AZ

18d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support the associated study logistics. They contact schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment arrangements. The role involves collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, travel arrangements, progress tracking, communications with school coordinators, and required time and expense reports. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel, and may need to travel by air. They use project-issued equipment and web-based systems to support assessment activities, including setting up Chromebooks and access points and troubleshooting technical issues. They are responsible for timely data transmission, accurate records, meeting deadlines, and safeguarding confidential information, equipment, incentives, and project materials. The position is part time and requires availability throughout the 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.
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 set 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 set up 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 trainings.
Travel to assigned local or regional school sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
Manage travel logistics.
Track parental permission results and communications with school coordinators, and log updates related to logistics.
Report progress and problems to the supervisor during weekly conference calls and/or as needed.
Use a project-issued RTI laptop 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 other technical issues.
Read text verbatim from paper documents and a computer.
Promptly transmit data after student sessions.
Adhere to 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 at the end of the TIMSS assignment or at the supervisor’s request.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate Time and Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with other project team members.