School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Raleigh, NC

17d•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 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 principals or district personnel as needed to gain cooperation. Administrators independently handle project duties such as conference calls, online training, tracking parental permissions and school communications, maintaining logistics updates, and reporting progress or problems to a supervisor. 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 maintain accurate records and reports. They are responsible for the proper care and safeguarding of project equipment, materials, and participant incentives, and must protect the confidentiality and integrity of all information. The role also requires timely and accurate time and expense reporting and participation in virtual team meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience directly or indirectly related to field interviewing, data collection, teaching, or working with children in schools.
Comfort working in a school setting and in all types of neighborhoods.
Effective speech and listening communication skills.
Fluency in English in 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 related 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 required to travel 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.
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 the supervisor during weekly conference calls or as needed.
Use RTI-issued equipment and web-based systems for project activities, including entering information, viewing reports, and handling 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, issued equipment, and project materials, and return issued equipment as required.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information.
Submit accurate time and expense reports on time.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with the project team.