Data Collector

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Data Collector

Posting Number

24TM0508

Department

GSE - NIEER

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Data Collector: Assessor will be expected to drive to assigned classrooms to administer tests or classroom observations. Assessments will be conducted at the child's schools/centers.

Among the key duties of this position are:

Scheduling appointments with schools, administering the assessments, reporting the number of completed assessments on a weekly basis to the Project Coordinator, and returning completed assessments to NIEER. Position Status

Part Time

Hours Per Week

19

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Nonexempt

Position Salary

$38.00 Per Hour

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Certifications/Licenses

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with a focus or major in child development, early childhood, psychology or related field.

Knowledge about child development and developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching practices is preferred (e.g. Teacher).

Experience in classroom settings and/or working with children.

Working knowledge and the ability to use basic spreadsheet, word-processing, and database and analytical software for data analyses, such as STATA, SAS, R, mplus, and HLM.

Ability to write, speak, and read Spanish.

Experience working with Hispanic communities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be able to communicate effectively and have effective client service skills.

Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date

01/01/2025

Posting Close Date

12/31/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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