Field Enumerator

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; South Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular training provided

Flexible schedule (evenings/weekends)

Mileage reimbursement

Local area work

Second income / semi-retired option

Job summary

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is seeking an intermittent, part-time interviewer to collect data from farmers in your local area. You will interview in person or by phone, with some evenings and weekends as needed. Training is provided and mileage is reimbursed in addition to hourly pay.

Expect a flexible schedule with a cap of 400-500 hours per year. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Knowledge of agriculture is helpful.
• Comfortable approaching strangers and starting conversations.
• Good communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Interview farmers in person or over the phone.
• Travel within local area as needed and maintain accurate records.
• Pass background and motor vehicle record checks when required.

Skills

Interviewing

Communication skills

People skills

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.

You will have to pass a background check