School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Columbus, OH

18d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support the study’s coordination, data collection, and administrative activities. They contact participating schools to discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and arrange assessment logistics; meet with principals or district personnel as needed; and collect confidential information and administer standardized questionnaires. The role independently manages administrative duties, including online training, conference calls, travel arrangements, communications and permission tracking, progress updates, and accurate time and expense reports. Administrators travel to assigned local or regional school sites, sometimes overnight, and may need to travel by air. They use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems, set up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshoot technical issues, and promptly transmit data after student sessions. They must meet project deadlines, safeguard and return equipment and materials, and maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all information.

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, with occasional overnight travel as required, and 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 to enter information in web-based systems, 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 a computer.
Transmit data promptly after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate records of progress and administrative reports.
Take full and legal 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 when the assignment concludes or when requested by the supervisor.
Complete required activities professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate Time and Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with other project team members.