High School Survey Assistant (Temporary)(Multiple )

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Job Description

SUMMARY

Reporting to a Survey Manager, the School Survey Assistant (Per Diem) supports data collection for a statewide adolescent health survey. The survey assistant will work with CREEHS staff to coordinate and administer paper-and-pencil surveys on site to students at public high schools across the state of New Jersey. This is a part-time position, with travel around NJ required, for work between September 2025 and December 2025. Multiple positions are available.

CREEHS is a University-based research and evaluation center that provides independent and objective program evaluation, applied research, and program planning services to state and municipal agencies, school districts, colleges and universities, community organizations, and foundations to assist them in meeting their program improvement and accountability needs in the areas of education, public health, and human services. Since its inception in 2011, CREEHS’s goal has been to help our clients collect and use information in ways that improve their programs.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary survey administrator on-site at participating high schools across NJ.

Communicate with school administrators (e.g., superintendents, principals) via email, phone, and Zoom as part of the study’s school recruitment and survey planning efforts.

Partner with school staff before and during the survey administration process, including setting up logistics and providing key consent and administration materials.

Track details of communication with school staff using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system or other structured shared data resource.

Communicate with CREEHS staff regularly, individually, and during weekly check-ins.

Participate in training sessions and simulations on recruitment and data collection protocols.

Complete Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program) training and maintain compliance with all IRB-approved protocols..

Organize, manage, and maintain security of study data, program documentation, and files.

Document and escalate site issues or questions from schools to manager in a timely manner.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Ability to work up to 20-35 hours per week, primarily during school hours (7:30 am to 3:30 pm Eastern Time)

Valid Driver's License and ability to travel to participating schools around NJ in own vehicle (mileage and tolls to be reimbursed)

Minimum one year of professional work experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Some coursework in research methods, education, counseling, psychology, social work, public health, or child development, or a related social science field

Experience with Google Suite (e.g., Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar)

Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 25 pounds

Applicants must be willing to complete all security measures (e.g., background check) required by the university

PREFERRED:

Experience and comfort working in public schools with adolescent students

Familiarity with research methods or following a standardized protocol (e.g., conducting human subjects research in an IRB-approved study, administering surveys)

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Quick learner; flexible and willing to learn new ideas, content areas, and skills

Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a team while also being able to take initiative and work independently

Experience in customer service

The estimated time commitment is approximately 20-35 hours/week.

The hourly pay is $25/hour.

Please submit a cover letter along with your resume and describe your availability between September 2025 and December 2025 in the cover letter.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range$25.00-$25.00 Hourly

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit:

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DepartmentCREEHS (Temporary)

Position TypeHourly - Temporary

Contact Information:

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