Research Aide School Year 2026-27 (NBOE)

Newark Board of Education; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education, Office of Human Resource Services, is seeking a Research Aide for the 2026-27 year. The role involves data collection, compilation, tabulation, and maintenance of information; supports reporting for local, state, and federal agencies. Provisional status may apply as per Civil Service requirements.

Qualified candidates will have at least 1 year of data collection experience. A driver’s license may be required if vehicle operation is necessary to perform duties.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year in collecting and recording significant data and compiling reports.
• Note: 30 college credits may substitute for work experience.
• Knowledge of basic data reporting processes and record-keeping.
• Ability to read/write/speak English sufficiently for duties; ASL or Braille may be acceptable forms of communication.

Responsibilities

• Compile, organize, and tabulate data for research and dissemination.
• Assist in preparing quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
• Maintain research and information files.
• Check and review statistical data for accuracy prior to submission.
• Learn to utilize agency information systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Data collection

Statistical reporting

Data maintenance

English communication

Education

30 college credits substitute for experience

Job description

Research Aide School Year 2026-27 (NBOE) JobID: 2722

• Position Type: Non Instructional - All Titles/ Research Aide
• Date Posted: 8/21/2026
• Location: Human Resource Services - 404

RESEARCH AIDE

Office of Human Resource Services

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Research Aide within the Office of Human Resource Services.

This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for the position will be placed as a provisional employee. At a later date the candidate will be required to take an examination administered by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates must score and rank high enough on this examination in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

DEFINITION: Under direction, performs the work involved in the collection, compilation, tabulation, and maintenance of data; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The work performed in this position involves primarily the gathering, collating or classifying of information, the tabulation of data collected and the reporting or carrying out of a prescribed course of action in relation to the information gathered. It does not involve the analysis or interpretation of data or the application of scientific knowledge to such information in order to discover facts and/or development, knowledge, concepts, or interpretation, nor does it involve examining and evaluating data in order to present alternative courses of action on the basis of the information compiled.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Experience: One (1) year of experience in the collection and recording of significant data and the compilation of this information into relevant reports, graphs, and charts.

Note: Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute the completion of 30 college credits for the work experience.

License: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities

• 1. Compiles, organizes, and tabulates a wide variety of data for purposes of research and dissemination of information.
• 2. Assists in the preparation of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports required by local, state, and federal agencies.
• 3. Assists in the maintenance of research and information files.
• 4. Compiles and maintains data.
• 5. Checks and reviews statistical data and reports for accuracy prior to their submission to the appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.
• 6. Assists in the maintenance of research and information files.
• 7. Compiles and maintains data.
• 8. Assists in the preparation of a variety of statistical surveys.
• 9. Keeps, maintains, and records data in appropriate form.
• 10. Assists in performing the field work involved in conducting special studies.
• 11. Assists with the processing and preparation of questionnaires used for collecting statistical or other data.
• 12. Conducts routine statistical studies.
• 13. Tabulates and charts data that is obtained.
• 14. Gathers basic information to be used in reports of varied types.
• 15. Receives and answers requests for routine information.
• 16. Establishes and maintains essential records, worksheets, and reports.
• 17. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• 18. Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• 1. Knowledge of the procedures, problems, and the proper methods in collecting and preparing statistical and other data.
• 2. Knowledge of preparing suitable reports and of maintaining necessary records and files.
• 3. Ability to use tact and courtesy in compiling data.
• 4. Ability to observe significant conditions.
• 5. Ability to prepare suitable reports and to maintain suitable records and files.
• 6. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• 7. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• 8. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

REPORTS TO: Department Head

Salary, Employment Period and Union Affiliation

• Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
• Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
• Union Affiliation: Local 617

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/

Opening and Closing Date

Opening Date: August 21, 2026

Closing Date: September 3, 2026 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER