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Research Aide Adult Education PermProv RB #26-111

Buffalo Public Schools

Job Location:

Buffalo, IA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 54031 - 64518

Posted: 11 September 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 9 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
ROOM 720 CITY HALL
BUFFALO NEW YORK 14204

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #26-111

September 9 2026

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY
Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply

POSITION: Research Aide Permanent/Provisional

SALARY: $54031 - $64518

LOCATION: Office Of Equity & Governance - City Hall Floor 20 Room 2008. 65 Niagara Square. Buffalo NY 14202

APPLICATION:
CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPLICATION AVAILABLE ONLINE AT
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The incumbent is responsible for the collection of basic data used for various planning and research studies in such areas as human services traffic flow crime data economic social educational and physical. Incumbents assist in analyzing data for preparation of various research studies or reports. Work is performed under direct supervision however the Research Aide exercises some latitude for independent analysis and decision in the presentation of material gathered. No supervision is exercised over employees.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Monitors and evaluates programs to insure compliance with approved contracts/grants
- performs on-site monitoring of funded agencies to determine levels of activity and number of clients served
- analyzes information obtained from on-site visits in relation to objects as stated in approved contracts
- prepares reports on progress and productivity of human service progress
- confers with public and private agencies to improve delivery of human services to those in need;
- assists in preparing reports and studies pertaining to human services programming
Collects data needed to prepare research studies/reports in the areas of traffic accidents parking regulations traffic flow patterns mechanical traffic counters
- researches availability of grants for traffic and safety improvements
Collects data used to prepare summaries/reports in such areas as calls for police service criminal activities and manpower workload for administrative and operational functions
- researches information and assists in revising/amending the manual of procedures and rules of conduct.
- monitors personnel history system and up-dates a needed
Prepares charts tables graphs and maps
Prepares reports and studies pertaining to specific program activity and performance
Acts as liaison between the city and private agencies and general public
May operate computer terminal for entering of and obtaining necessary data
Conducts correspondence as required
Performs related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Working knowledge of research methods and techniques
Ability to collect and organize data and prepare reports
Ability to monitor and evaluate programs
Ability to prepare written material
Ability to understand and interpret material in tabular form
Ability to understand and carry out direction/instructions
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications: Open Competitive:

(A) Completion of sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university and one year of qualifying experience*

OR

(B) Graduation from High School GED or equivalency Diploma and three (3) years of qualifying experience*

OR

(C) An equivalent combination of the foregoing as defined within the limits of A and B.

*Qualifying Experiencemust be full-time experience in one of the following areas:
1. gathering of data
2. planning and evaluating research studies
3. research/surveying work in compiling storing or retrieving of information
4. mathematical research work

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time of education must be presented at time of appointment.

Equivalent Combination

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted forthe experience requirement.
Associates Degree from an accredited college university business/technical instituteand one year of qualifying experience would be acceptable.

FINAL FILING DATE: September16 2026

APPROVED:
Tami Hollie McGee
Chief of Human Resources

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individuals actual or perceived race color creed religion religious practice national origin ethnic group sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) gender identity sexual orientation (the term sexual orientation means heterosexuality homosexuality bisexuality or asexuality political affiliation age marital status military status veteran status disability weight domestic violence victim status arrest or conviction record genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Districts non-discrimination policies should be directed to or to: Tami Hollie McGee Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo NY 14202 .

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