Data Collector

Job Title: Data Collector – NYC Youth Risk Behavior Survey (NYC YRBS)

Location: On-site in New York City public schools (across all 5 boroughs)

Job Type: Temporary (September – December 2025)

About Us

Absolute Staffing & Consulting Solutions is a woman, minority, and veteran-owned business based in Westminster, Maryland. As a trusted subcontractor, we specialize in staff augmentation for education, healthcare, IT, customer support, and administrative roles, serving private businesses and government entities at all levels.

About the Project

The New York City Youth Risk Behavior Survey (NYC YRBS) is a citywide initiative sponsored by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to assess health-related behaviors among public school students in grades 6–12. The survey covers topics such as mental health, nutrition, physical activity, substance use, and other behaviors that affect adolescent well-being.

Data from this survey help monitor public health trends, evaluate local prevention efforts, and shape policies and programs that support student health across NYC.

About the Role

We are seeking dependable, detail-oriented individuals to serve as Data Collectors during Fall 2025. Data Collectors will be responsible for administering a paper-and-pencil survey to students in selected public middle and high schools. This is a temporary, part-time role with flexible weekday assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer student surveys on-site in NYC schools.

• Ensure standardized data collection procedures are followed.

• Maintain confidentiality and protect student privacy throughout the process.

• Record and submit daily updates on school participation.

• Communicate with schools in advance to coordinate visits.

• Transport survey materials to and from school sites.

• Participate in a mandatory, in-person training on September 25–26, 2025 .

Position Requirements

• Daily access to email, internet, and a cell phone.

• Availability up to 5 days per week during the survey period (late September through December).

• Morning availability (some schools may require arrivals as early as 6:00 a.m.).

• Ability to pass a background screening.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs of materials.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience working with adolescents, especially in school settings.

• Familiarity with NYC public schools; PETS clearance preferred.

• Experience in field data collection or survey research.

• Independent, reliable, and adaptable in a variety of settings.

Compensation & Reimbursement

• Hourly rat e: $21 an hour

• Training : Paid at your hourly rate for 16 hours of in-person training.

• Survey Visits : Paid 12 hours per school for data collection visits.

• Recruitment Visits : Paid 4 hours per school.

• Material Drop-off/Pick-up : Paid 2 hours per school.

• Mileage Reimbursement : $0.70 per mile plus tolls and parking for personal vehicle use.

We aim to assign 2–3 school visits per week; however, the schedule depends on school readiness and availability.

Why Work for Our Client?

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career with us means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It’s an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It’s having support for your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.

A career here is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you’re someone who cares, there’s a place for you here. Join us and contribute to being a great place to work.

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• Forbes Best-in-State Employer