Field / Phone Enumerator Indiana

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Attica, IN

1d•Remote

About The Position

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is hiring a part-time Field Enumerator in Benton County and surrounding counties in Indiana. The role supports NASDA’s work collecting agricultural data on behalf of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Enumerators provide reliable, accurate, and objective statistics and information used by farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. The Field Enumerator interviews farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses in person or by telephone. The position may also involve traveling to designated fields to conduct crop counts. Enumerators maintain and submit detailed, legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked. Work is conducted from a residence with an operable telephone and no distractions, and requires access to a reliable personal vehicle. The position pays $17.75 per hour plus mileage, with opportunities for promotion based on hours worked and performance ratings. It offers a flexible schedule, the opportunity to work from home, and the ability to work in the employee’s community. A background check is required.

Requirements

Experience multitasking in an energetic, deadline-oriented work environment.
Ability to positively represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators in 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 of computers or iPads.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Good time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivation, organization, a positive and friendly attitude, and ability to work as part of a team.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Interview farmers, ranchers, farm operators, and other agricultural businesses in person or by telephone.
Travel to designated fields and perform crop counts.
Maintain and submit detailed, legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked.
Represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators positively in survey activities.
Conduct work from a residence with an operable telephone and no distractions.
Maintain a reliable personal vehicle for field duties.