Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International; Ames (IA); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and Welfare stipend

Holiday and vacation payout

Employee discount program

Travel reimbursement

Résumé du poste

RTI International is seeking part-time Field Interviewers to work on the NSDUH study, a government-sponsored health survey in the United States. You will contact households, conduct interviews, and explain the importance of participation in the study.

The role requires self-motivation, outgoing personality, and the ability to work on a variable schedule, including evenings and weekends, with travel to field sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED.
• Effective communication through speech and listening.
• Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking.
• Available for entire training and data collection period.
• Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile for business use.
• Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other equipment.
• Access to password-protected Wi-Fi for data transmissions and admin responsibilities.
• Able to keep project information confidential.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.
• Regular access to a computer with webcam or internet-enabled device for training and meetings.

Responsabilités

• Travel frequently to locations to recruit study participants.
• Make in-person contact with respondents to discuss the study and obtain participation.
• Approach households without a prior appointment.
• Adhere to a schedule set by the Field Supervisor for contact times.
• Perform proper administration of a computer-assisted interview and collect data.
• Participate in conference calls and online trainings.
• Manage project equipment and safeguard incentives and materials.
• Submit timely Time & Expense reports.
• Attend scheduled meetings with the project team and field supervisor.
• Participate in field observations as required.

Connaissances

Communication skills

English fluency

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Data collection

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

RTI tablet and equipment

Computer-assisted interview

Description du poste

The pay rate for this part-time position is $20 per hour based on experience and geographic location.

• This position falls under the U.S. Department of Labor Service Contract Act (SCA). In addition to hourly pay, a Health and Welfare stipend of $4.98 per hour will be provided for up to 40 hours per week.


• You are also eligible to receive pay for up to 10 holidays and annual vacation time payout, as well as access to an employee discount program.


• Travel time and mileage is fully reimbursable.

RTI International is seeking part-time Field Interviewers to work on the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), a government-sponsored research study that has been conducted since 1971. This important study provides up-to-date information on alcohol, tobacco, drug use, mental health, and other health-related issues in the United States.

As a field interviewer, you will contact selected households, conduct interviews with selected respondents, and communicate the importance of participating in the NSDUH study. Successful field interviewers need to be self-motivated, outgoing, and able to work on a variable schedule when respondents are likely at home. The ideal candidate is someone looking for a long-term career, passionate about the health and well-being of their community, and who does not want to work in an office.

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• Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants


• Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation


• Approaching selected households without a prior appointment


• Adhering to a schedule set by the Field Supervisor for respondent contact times


• Performing proper administration of a computer-assisted interview, collecting confidential information, and administering standardized questionnaires to selected individuals


• Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings


• Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project-issued equipment


• Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft


• Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives


• Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports


• Attending scheduled virtual meetings with other members of the project team and weekly scheduled meetings with the field supervisor


• Participating in field observations conducted by a member of client or RTI staff


• Maintaining required system updates to project equipment and completion of administrative tasks


• Working and driving after dark

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED


• Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening


• Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking


• Available for entire training and data collection period


• Able to successfully complete training


• Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use


• Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment


• Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities


• Able to keep project information confidential


• Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark


• Maintain regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet enabled device with a forward-facing camera (e.g. tablet, smartphone) and reliable internet connection for completion of all training courses and virtual attendance for all required meetings


• Position involves physical demands of carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs. Physical effort includes supplies and equipment up to 13 pounds


• Available for a variable work schedule as dictated by the quarterly schedule, size, and location of assignments

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates

• Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds


• Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines


• Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency


• Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas


• Available for possible overnight travel if remote segments are included in the assignment area

Work Schedule

• The data collection period is expected to start February 2027


• On average, you will be needed part-time approximately 25 hours per week when work is available.


• On average, you should be available to work in the field 4 days each week.


• The majority of this work is anticipated to be evenings and weekends


• Each of your trips to the field are expected to be at least 3 hours long not including travel time

Field Interviewer Training Requirements:

• Successfully complete up to 16 hours of self-study including a home study quiz and registration tasks by 1/26/2027 to be eligible to attend virtual pre-training


• Successfully complete 3.5 hours of virtual pre-training from 1/28/2027 to 2/4/2027 to be eligible to attend the live virtual training


• Attend and successfully complete live virtual training scheduled from 2/8/2027 to 2/12/2027. Each training day will last 6-8 hours


• Successfully complete/pass project certifications scheduled by 2/16/2027


• Demonstrate proficiency in performing all interview requirements


• Attendance and participation are mandatory in/at all trainings

Accommodation

RTI International will accommodate our job application procedures for disabled veterans and other qualified individuals with disabilities.

Additional Notifications

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach--one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org .

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here .

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life insurance, a health savings account (HSA), and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

For Applicants in US Virgin Islands Only: A record of conviction will not exclude an applicant from being eligible for the position. Factors that may be examined include:
(1) The rational relationship of the nature of the offense to the duties and responsibilities of the position; and
(2) Evidence of the rehabilitation of the applicant.

RTI also participates in the E-Verify program.

Anticipated Close Date

Anticipated Close Date: December 23, 2026