Distracted Driving Grant - Observer

University Of Central Oklahoma; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, OK is seeking a part-time, temporary Data Collection Specialist to support the Distracted Driving Grant observations. The role runs 29 hours per week through the grant duration and focuses on accurate data gathering and documentation to ensure grant compliance.

Responsibilities include identifying risks, collaborating with program teams to improve processes, and maintaining transparent records.

Qualifications

• General education or vocational training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, dependable transportation, and be able to operate a typical motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data gathering, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Identify areas of risk and recommend corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with program teams to implement and improve processes.
• Document procedures and findings to support transparency and accountability

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

General education or vocational training

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Edmond, OK 73034, Position Type: Staff, Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly, Job Category: OTRS Ineligible, Position Overview:

This is a part-time, temporary, hourly position at 29 hours per week, running through the duration of the grant until observations are complete.

Role is responsible for ensuring that all Distracted Driving Grant observations comply with internal policies, grantor requirements, and applicable laws or regulations. This position includes data gathering and works closely with program staff to ensure consistent, accurate, and timely grant implementation. The role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of grant-funded projects through data collection and documentation.

Job Duties

• Conduct data gathering, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Identify areas of risk and recommend corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with program teams to implement and improve processes.
• Document procedures and findings to support transparency and accountability

Qualifications/Experience Required

General education or vocational training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, dependable transportation, and be able to operate a typical motor vehicle.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Excellent organizational skills.

Work Conditions

This position involves conducting visual observations of oncoming traffic from outside the individual’s vehicle. Work will take place during daylight hours, in the months of October, November, and December 2026. The role requires the performance of work outdoors for extended periods in typical Oklahoma Fall weather.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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