posted Sep 8, 2011, 1:44 PM by Brian Meyer
Title:
Evaluation and Research Assistant
Position Goal:
Support overall project implementation with specific focus on the evaluation and research components of
the Illinois PBIS Network per accountability requirements of the
Illinois Continuous Improvement Plan (I-CIP) and the National PBIS
Center. The Research Assistant reports to the Director of Operations.
location:
335 N. LaGrange Rd., Ste 4
LaGrange Park, IL 60526
Terms of Employment:
Full Time. Non-exempt. Salary,
benefits, work hours/days as established by the Directing Board per
SASED and the Statewide grant (non-collective bargaining employees)
Education:
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years experience in data-based support, data management and/or research assistance.
- PBIS Systems Knowledge a plus
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated proficiency utilization of the following database and software systems:
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Excel
- Experience with ETO case management/performance management software a plus
- Experience in html and SQL a plus
- Ability
to work as part of the team, and share in related tasks and
responsibilities with the Statewide Director, Director of Operations,
Research Director, Evaluation/Research Coordinator, and Information
Technology Coordinator
- Prepare reports/communications.
- Ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, including independent writing skills.
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks with accuracy
- Experience
and knowledge with office equipment, including fax machine, various
printers, copy machine, LCD projector and all other equipment as
necessary.
- Ability
to have productive professional relationships with administrators,
colleagues, students and community to achieve high levels of client
satisfaction.
- Ability to utilize technology to support performance responsibilities.
- Exhibit professionalism in appearance and demeanor
- Ability to accept feedback.
- Flexibility and sense of humor.
Responsibilities:
- Function as integral member of the Network team to support all functions of the project
- Support
evaluation and research tasks as determined by the Statewide Director,
Director of Operations, and Evaluation/Research Coordinator
- Ensure data systems are up-to-date and organized for maximum efficiency in implementing project
- Ensure accurate and efficient communication systems for ongoing evaluation and dissemination tasks
- Data entry and database maintenance
- Handle
office and network correspondence, including answering, assisting,
routing, and following up from general office calls, as well as calls
specific to evaluation and research
- Responsible of performing daily departmental office tasks such as filing, maintaining records, copying, and other similar duties
- Prepares routine and advanced correspondence including letters, memorandums, mass mailings, and reports
- Prepare/assemble materials for conferences and trainings
- Internet research for special projects as needed
Specific Tasks:
- Ensure all
implementing PBIS schools are included in the database with accurate
demographic and programmatic data. Ensure all PBIS contacts, coaches,
superintendents and principals’ information is accurate for periodic
mailings.
- Maintain tracking system for outcome data for exemplar sites to ensure statewide progress and accountability reporting. Prompt schools to fill out evaluation forms.
- Communicate with all PBIS coordinators on data collection procedures and timelines on a regular basis. ie: scheduling of SETs, EBS’s, team checklist and School Profile.
- Facilitate and organize the collection of annual school/district data in conjunction with the Evaluation/Research Coordinator.
- Present data in usable format for user friendly analysis.
- Run queries and analyses from the PBIS database for various reports, trainings, and presentations throughout the year.
- Create reports of school and district level data to be distributed to coaches and other school and district leaders.
- Assist with other administrative/clerical tasks in office (i.e. phones, mailings) as needed.
- Develop,
organize and maintain a system to track available data from ISBE
including ISAT scores, Special Education placement and achievement data,
etc..
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