Montana NASDA Field Enumerator - Liberty County Montana

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Wolf Point District, MT

About The Position

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is hiring a Field Enumerator to collect crop and livestock information from farm and ranch operators and agricultural industry representatives. Data is collected through phone and in-person interviews and is used to produce agricultural estimates for producers, buyers, and state and federal governments. This is a part-time, intermittent position with flexible days and hours. Enumerators need to be available when work is needed; the job cannot be done only at night or on weekends. Most surveys are voluntary for operators, and rejection is part of the job. All training is provided, and an iPad is provided for work.

Requirements

Basic computer skills.
Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
Good people skills; friendly, pleasant manner and positive attitude, including when facing rejection.
Must pass a background check.
Applicants should be able to make enough time for the intermittent work; people with full-time or rigid part-time jobs or commitments may not have enough availability.

Nice To Haves

Agriculture background is helpful.
Being multilingual is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Collect crop and livestock information from farm and ranch operators and agricultural industry representatives.
Conduct interviews by phone and in person.
Work when needed; the position is not limited to nighttime or weekend availability.