NASDA Enumerator Coach (Southern Minnesota)

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Ottawa Township, MN

2d•Remote

About The Position

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking an Enumerator Coach to lead and support a team of up to 20 Enumerators in collecting agricultural data. This role involves coaching, quality control, technical assistance, and training to ensure surveys are completed accurately and efficiently. The position offers an opportunity to make a difference in the community, develop professional skills, and contribute to the future of American agriculture.

Requirements

High school diploma plus one year of college or relevant work experience.
Experience with data collection.
Critical thinking and sound decision-making abilities.
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Comfort speaking to and training groups.
Ability to build positive relationships and work with people.
Ability to coach and encourage others while holding them accountable to quality standards.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Comfort learning and using new technology.
Interest in agriculture, rural communities, or serving agricultural producers.
Availability to work approximately 20–30 hours per week.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel intermittently.
Ability to walk unassisted for up to 100 yards.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Availability to attend quarterly in-person training (may require travel up to 350 miles).
Ability to prepare and deliver training to groups of 40 or more Enumerators.
A private home-office area suitable for completing work responsibilities.
Ability to operate and navigate an iPad, use email, and learn new technology and job-related processes.
Pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Agricultural knowledge or experience.
Sales or customer-service experience.
Coaching, training, mentoring, or supervisory experience.
Experience working with farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, or rural communities.

Responsibilities

Review completed survey forms, questionnaires, and related materials for accuracy and completeness.
Coach, support, and provide ongoing training to Enumerators throughout data collection.
Serve as a resource for Enumerators by answering technical and procedural questions.
Help identify and resolve problems using sound judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Communicate regularly with the NASDA Enumerator Manager and assigned Enumerators.
Complete surveys as needed while effectively managing your own workload and team responsibilities.
Monitor data-collection progress and support quality-control efforts.
Prepare and present training sessions for groups of 40+ Enumerators on a quarterly basis.
Help create a positive, professional, and productive experience for the Enumerators you support.