Field Enumerator

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular training

Part-time flexible schedule

Paid hourly starting at $17.75

Mileage reimbursement

Local area work

Great second income

Job summary

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a part-time Field Enumerator in North Carolina to interview farmers in person or by phone and collect agricultural data. You will work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, and travel as needed, with training provided.

Starting wage is $17.75/hour including training time, plus the current IRS mileage rate. Position offers strong communication practice, a friendly local focus, and potential for

Qualifications

• Experience interviewing people in person or by phone.
• Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computers or tablets (iPads) helpful.
• Comfort approaching strangers and collecting data.

Responsibilities

• Interview farmers and agricultural operators in person or by phone.
• Maintain clear, accurate records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours.
• Travel locally to designated fields as needed.
• Complete data collection with attention to detail and timeliness.

Skills

Interviewing

Multitasking

Communication skills

Vehicle ownership

Computers/iPads

Job description

Work for the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

The agricultural industry requires reliable information on production, supplies, marketing, prices, weather and a vast array of other inputs. Up-to-date information is essential in planning and administration of federal and state programs. Become part of the team that collects this data across North Carolina. Work includes interviewing farmers in person or over the phone.

• Regular training is provided
• Part time flexible schedule, include some evenings and weekends
• Paid hourly, starting at $17.75 per hour, plus occasional mileage
• Work in your local area
• A great second income or for those semi-retired

Intermittent, part-time interviewer position available with the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (a Fair Opportunity Employer). Expect to work no more than 400-500 hours per year. During periods of data collection expect to sometimes work a full-time schedule. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. Knowledge of agriculture helpful. Computer skills required. Must be comfortable approaching strangers and striking up a conversation. People skills and attention to detail are a must. Starting wage is $17.75/hour including training time, plus the current IRS rate for miles driven. Applicants must consent to a background and motor vehicle record check. Applicants must have good communication skills and must be a good self-starter. Position open until filled.

ABOUT NASDA

NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association that represents the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the departments of agriculture in all fifty states and four U.S. territories. Founded in 1916, our mission is to grow and enhance American agriculture through policies, partnerships, and public engagement.

Since 1972, NASDA has employed enumerators to collect agricultural data on behalf of the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). In order to achieve our goals, we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are and willing to put in the hard work. To find the right people, we strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and want to build their careers with!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIELD ENUMERATOR

In this Field / Phone Enumerator position, you play a crucial role in serving our agricultural producers by providing reliable, accurate, and objective statistics and information that farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on. You actively interview farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses either in person or on the phone. At times, you travel to designated fields in order to perform crop counts. After gathering all your information, you maintain and deliver detailed and legible records of the interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and your hours worked.

You conduct your enumerator work from a residence with an operable telephone free from any distractions. By maintaining a personal vehicle, you are always ready to travel in order to perform your field enumerator duties. The job brings something new every day, and you enjoy the flexibility and energetic nature of it!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD ENUMERATOR

• Experience multitasking in an energetic, deadline-oriented work environment
• Ability to positively represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators in all survey actions
• Ability to make crop counts in designated fields
• Ability to maintain a reliable personal vehicle
• Ability to conduct interviews in person or by telephone with farm operators and other individuals
• Knowledge about computers or iPads

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you able to demonstrate good time management in a fast-paced environment? Are you self-motivated? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Are you organized? Can you maintain a positive and friendly attitude? If so, you might just be perfect for this field service position for our agriculture nonprofit!

WORK SCHEDULE

This part-time field service position (or phone) works a flexible schedule that may include some evenings, weekends, and holidays. Weather, seasonal farm responsibilities, and community functions may affect work hours.

NASDA does not discriminate in employment practices or programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, political beliefs, or family status.

You will have to pass a background check