Enumerator Phone/Field

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Princeton, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a detail-oriented, part-time Field Enumerator. This role supports the organization by performing tasks related to agricultural data collection. The position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work for an agriculture nonprofit that values its community and employees. Field Enumerators play a crucial role in serving agricultural producers by providing reliable, accurate, and objective statistics and information essential for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. This involves actively interviewing farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses either in person or by phone, and occasionally traveling to designated fields to perform crop counts. After data collection, enumerators are responsible for maintaining and delivering detailed and legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked. The work is conducted from a residence with an operable telephone, free from distractions, and requires the use of a personal vehicle for travel. The job is described as dynamic, with something new each day, offering flexibility and an energetic pace.

Requirements

Experience multitasking in an energetic, deadline-oriented work environment
Ability to positively represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators in all survey actions
Ability to make crop counts in designated fields
Ability to maintain a reliable personal vehicle
Ability to conduct interviews in person or by telephone with farm operators and other individuals
Knowledge about computers or iPads
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good time management in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated
Ability to work as part of a team
Organized
Ability to maintain a positive and friendly attitude
Pass a background check

Responsibilities

Interview farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses in person or on the phone.
Travel to designated fields to perform crop counts.
Maintain and deliver detailed and legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked.
Conduct enumerator work from a residence with an operable telephone free from distractions.
Maintain a personal vehicle for travel to perform field enumerator duties.