Part-Time Remote Field Data Collector - Agriculture

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; Arizona; Remote; USD 44,083,000 - 57,859,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Work from home

Community engagement / knowledge about

Job summary

NASDA is seeking a Field Enumerator to support data collection across local communities with a flexible, part-time schedule. The role is primarily remote with field travel, iPad provided, and mileage reimbursement.

You will interview farmers and businesses, record responses on an iPad, and maintain accurate records while representing NASDA professionally. This position emphasizes independence, reliable transport for in-person surveys, and a commitment to agriculture.

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.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Interest in agriculture, food systems, sustainability, or rural communities.
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle (only for in-person field work).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Speaking with people

Technology familiarity

Time management

Independent work

Interest in agriculture

Vehicle access

Job description

NASDA is seeking a Field Enumerator to support data collection across local communities with a flexible, part-time schedule. The role is primarily remote with field travel, iPad provided, and mileage reimbursement.

You will interview farmers and businesses, record responses on an iPad, and maintain accurate records while representing NASDA professionally. This position emphasizes independence, reliable transport for in-person surveys, and a commitment to agriculture.