NASDA Part-time Field Enumerator - Dubuque County

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Flexible schedule

Professional advancement opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Supplies provided

Job summary

NASDA in the United States is seeking part-time Field Enumerators to support agricultural producers by collecting accurate survey data. This role involves in-person and phone interviews, crop counts, and clear communication of survey benefits.

The position includes on-the-job training, flexible scheduling (evenings/weekends), mileage reimbursement, and required supplies. A private workspace, a personal vehicle for field travel, and ability to travel up to 250 miles quarterly are essential.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive training for field studies and questionnaires.
• Starts at $17.75/hour with mileage reimbursement.
• Private workspace with a functional phone.
• Personal vehicle required for travel to field sites.
• Flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
• Background check required.
• Ability to travel up to 250 miles quarterly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person and phone interviews with agricultural operators.
• Perform crop counts in designated fields.
• Enter data timely and report daily progress.
• Maintain unbiased, accurate data collection.

Skills

Basic math skills

Sales or agriculture experience

Proficiency with computers/iPads

Interviewing skills

Job description

New Year. New Career! The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is currently seeking part-time capable individuals to undertake tasks that support our organization and provide a fulfilling experience for all employees. Prior experience in sales or agriculture, working with diverse personalities, and possessing basic mathematical skills are highly desirable.

The Field Enumerator plays a vital role in supporting agricultural producers by collecting accurate and unbiased data, providing essential information that farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and other agricultural businesses rely on. An enumerator conducts interviews in a professional and representative manner, effectively communicating benefits in all survey-related activities through in-depth interviews with a diverse range of agricultural operations in person and over the telephone, as well as conducting crop counts in designated agricultural fields.

All enumerators undergo comprehensive training for specific studies on animal and plant health, farming practices, procedures, and various questionnaires required to perform the job effectively. Responsibilities require result-oriented individuals to enter their detailed data gathered from agricultural operators in a timely manner, report daily progress, time, and mileage. The field enumerator is provided on-the-job training, flexibility, opportunities for professional advancement, and starts at $17.75, plus mileage reimbursement and required supplies.

It is mandatory to have a private workspace with a functional telephone and minimal distractions; a maintained personal vehicle for travel related to field enumerator duties; a flexible schedule that may include some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines (weather, seasonal farm responsibilities, and community functions may affect work hours); proficiency in computer systems and/or iPads; experience working in a deadline-driven environment with multiple tasks; the ability to examine crop status in corn or soybean fields, lift/carry up to 40 lbs., walk unassisted on uneven ground for up to 100 yards; and the ability to travel up to 250 miles on a quarterly basis for training, as needed.

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

You will have to pass a background check.

Salary: $17.75 per hour.