Part-Time Field Interviewer - Flexible Travel & Perks

RTI International; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare stipend

Holidays and vacation payout

Employee discount program

Travel time and mileage reimbursable

Job summary

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

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
• Able to complete training
• 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 administrative responsibilities
• Able to keep project information confidential
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark
• Regular computer access with webcam or internet-enabled device for training and meetings
• Physical demands including carrying up to 13 pounds
• Variable work schedule per quarterly assignments

Responsibilities

• Contact selected households and conduct interviews
• Communicate the importance of participating in NSDUH
• Follow schedule set by Field Supervisor for respondent contact
• Administer computer-assisted interviews and collect confidential information
• Manage administrative duties and participate in training
• Safeguard project materials and incentives
• Submit timely Time & Expense reports
• Attend virtual and field meetings with project team
• Travel to field locations as required
• Maintain equipment and complete required tasks
• Work evenings and weekends
• Drive after dark

Skills

Effective communication

Fluent English

Self-motivated

Time management

Schedule flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RTI issued tablet and laptop

Wi-Fi availability

Job description

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