Field Enumerator - Bernalillo County, NM

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 24,452; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity to work from home

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a detail-oriented Field Enumerator to support data collection across local communities. This part-time position offers flexible hours, competitive pay of $17.75/hour, and a variety of responsibilities such as interviewing farmers and conducting crop counts. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, self-motivation, and an interest in agriculture. This opportunity allows for community engagement while providing the flexibility to work from home and on a variable schedule.

Qualifications

• Self-motivation and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanor.
• Comfort speaking with people by phone and in person.
• Basic familiarity with technology (iPads, data entry, email).
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• An interest in agriculture, food systems, sustainability, or rural communities.
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle (only required for in-person field work).

Responsibilities

• Interview farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses by phone or in person.
• Conduct crop counts in designated fields when applicable.
• Record survey responses, mileage, expenses, and hours worked using an iPad.
• Maintain clear, complete, and timely records.
• Represent NASDA professionally and positively in all interactions.

Skills

Self-motivation

Strong communication skills

Comfort speaking with people

Basic familiarity with technology

Good time management

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Interest in agriculture

Job description

Field Enumerator (Part-time)

Location: Primarily Remote (iPad provided) with field travel

Pay: $17.75/hour + mileage reimbursement

House: Flexible

About the Role: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and motivated Field Enumerator to support data collection across local communities. Are you looking for a job with flexible hours? Would you like to work for an agriculture nonprofit that cares about its community and employees? If so, please read on!

This field enumerator position earns a competitive wage of $17.75/hour, plus mileage with opportunities raises and promotions. We also offer exceptional perks, including a flexible schedule, the opportunity to work from home, the ability to work in your community, and knowledge about where your food comes from. If this sounds like the right opportunity in agriculture for you, apply today!

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

As a Field Enumerator, you play an important role in supporting agricultural producers by collecting accurate, reliable, and confidential data used to inform agricultural programs and decision-making.

Your responsibilities include:

• Interviewing farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses by phone or in person
• Conducting crop counts in designated fields when applicable
• Recording survey responses, mileage, expenses, and hours worked using an iPad
• Maintaining clear, complete, and timely records
• Representing NASDA professionally and positively in all interactions

Many surveys are completed remotely from home. Some surveys require the use of a personal vehicle and valid Driver's License to drive to local agricultural operators to conduct in-person surveys or crop counts (Mileage is reimbursed).

No two days look exactly the same. This role offers variety, independence, and community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD ENUMERATOR

• Self-motivation and a strong sense of responsibility
• Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanor
• Comfort speaking with people by phone and in person
• Basic familiarity with technology (iPads, data entry, email)
• Good time management and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• An interest in agriculture, food systems, sustainability, or rural communities
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle (only required for in-person field work)

SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY

• Hours are highly flexible and based on availability
• Work may occasionally include evenings or weekends
• Workload may fluctuate depending on agricultural seasons
• You may pick up or drop hours as needed, with advance coordination

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Field Enumerator job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: Bernalillo County, NM and surrounding areas

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