School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Seattle, WA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support the related study logistics. They contact participating schools, discuss the study, answer questions, confirm participation, and coordinate assessment arrangements. The role includes collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and meeting with local principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls, online training, travel arrangements, records, and reporting. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, with occasional overnight travel, and may need to travel by air. The position involves using RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems, setting up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshooting technical issues, transmitting data after student sessions, and reading text verbatim from paper and computer documents. Administrators must meet project deadlines, maintain accurate records and reports, safeguard confidential information and project materials, and take legal responsibility for project-issued equipment. They also track participant incentives and equipment, submit timely and accurate Time and Expense reports, and attend virtual team meetings. The role requires availability throughout the training and data collection period and a willingness to work in varied weather conditions and after dark.

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 communication skills through speech and listening.
Fluency in English in 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 RTI-issued tablets, laptops, Chromebooks, and other associated equipment such as 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 web-based systems for project activities, including entering information, viewing 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.
Promptly transmit data after student sessions.
Meet project deadlines and maintain accurate progress and administrative records.
Take 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.
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.