School Test Administrator - Part Time

RTI International•Los Angeles, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

School Test Administrators administer computer-based assessments to students in person at schools and support study operations by coordinating with schools, collecting confidential information, administering standardized questionnaires, and arranging assessment logistics. They travel to assigned local or regional school sites, potentially overnight, and manage related travel arrangements. The role also includes independently handling administrative duties, attending trainings and virtual meetings, maintaining records, submitting reports, and communicating progress or problems to a supervisor. Administrators use project-issued equipment and web-based systems to support assessment activities, including setting up Chromebooks and access points, troubleshooting technical issues, transmitting data after student sessions, and reading text verbatim from paper and computer materials. They are responsible for protecting confidential information and project materials, maintaining accurate records, meeting deadlines, and submitting timely and accurate time and expense reports. They must safeguard issued equipment and incentives and return equipment when the assignment ends or when requested.

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, including speaking and listening.
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 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, and curious disposition, 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 establish 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 needed, 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 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 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 assignment or when requested.
Complete required activities professionally while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information acquired.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend virtually scheduled meetings with other project team members.