Field Enumerator-Chester County, South Carolina, SC

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•, SC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The agricultural industry requires reliable information on production, supplies, marketing, prices, weather and a vast array of other inputs. Up-to-date information is essential in planning and administration of federal and state programs. Become part of the team that collects this data across North Carolina. Work includes interviewing farmers in person or over the phone. Regular training is provided. Part time flexible schedule, include some evenings and weekends. Paid hourly, starting at $17.75 per hour, plus occasional mileage. Work in your local area. A great second income or for those semi-retired. Intermittent, part-time interviewer position available with the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (a Fair Opportunity Employer). Expect to work no more than 400-500 hours per year. During periods of data collection expect to sometimes work a full-time schedule. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. Knowledge of agriculture helpful. Computer skills required. Must be comfortable approaching strangers and striking up a conversation. People skills and attention to detail are a must. Starting wage is $17.75/hour including training time, plus the current IRS rate for miles driven. Applicants must consent to a background and motor vehicle record check. Applicants must have good communication skills and must be a good self-starter. Position open until filled.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Access to a vehicle.
Computer skills required.
Comfortable approaching strangers and striking up a conversation.
People skills and attention to detail.
Good communication skills.
Good self-starter.
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.
Organized.
Maintain a positive and friendly attitude.
Consent to a background and motor vehicle record check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of agriculture helpful.

Responsibilities

Interviewing farmers in person or over the phone.
Collecting agricultural data.
Performing crop counts in designated fields.
Maintaining and delivering detailed and legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked.
Conducting enumerator work from a residence with an operable telephone free from distractions.
Maintaining a personal vehicle to travel for duties.