Public Opinion Interviewer – Hybrid Work

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hamden (CT); Hybrid; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Quinnipiac University Poll in Hamden, CT is seeking part-time Telephone Interviewers to conduct national public opinion surveys from a modern call center. You will read questions clearly from a scripted questionnaire, log responses accurately, and maintain data integrity while adhering to procedures.

The role starts onsite during a six-month training period, with hybrid shifts available afterward; evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to adapt to different personalities and handle call rejection professionally.
• Comfort working in a structured call center environment.
• Prior call center or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phone-based public opinion surveys using a scripted questionnaire.
• Read questions clearly and neutrally to ensure unbiased responses.
• Follow established procedures for random respondent selection.
• Accurately record responses while maintaining data integrity.

Skills

Strong communication

Active listening

Attention to detail

Patience

Persistence

Professionalism

Empathy

Positive attitude

Reliability

Punctuality

Adaptability

Structured call center environment

Fluency in English

Basic computer proficiency

Prior call center experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Quinnipiac University Poll in Hamden, CT is seeking part-time Telephone Interviewers to conduct national public opinion surveys from a modern call center. You will read questions clearly from a scripted questionnaire, log responses accurately, and maintain data integrity while adhering to procedures.

The role starts onsite during a six-month training period, with hybrid shifts available afterward; evening and weekend availability is required.