South Dakota Agricultural NASDA Field -Phone Enumerator Part Time- Beresford, SD

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Prairie Township, SD

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

NASDA is hiring a part-time Field Enumerator to connect with agricultural producers and collect reliable survey information in support of agriculture and rural communities. The role combines relationship-building, independent work, telephone interviews conducted from home, and required field assignments. Field Enumerators interview farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses in person and by phone, and travel to designated fields to perform crop counts and collect samples. They maintain accurate, legible records of interviews, crop counts, sample collection, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked. Enumerators independently plan calls and visits, follow through on commitments, meet deadlines, and organize their time while solving problems. Telephone work requires an operable telephone and a distraction-free home workspace. Field duties require travel in a reliable personal vehicle. The role requires communicating respectfully with producers, explaining the value of survey participation, addressing objections, and earning cooperation without pressure. Starting pay is $17.75 per hour, with opportunities for merit-based wage increases. Mileage is reimbursed for approved work travel. Applicants must pass a background check.

Requirements

Experience multitasking in an energetic, deadline-oriented work environment.
Ability to positively represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators in survey activities.
Ability to perform crop counts and collect field samples, including traveling on dirt roads, walking on uneven ground, and carrying 40 pounds for 300 yards.
Ability to maintain a reliable personal vehicle.
Ability to perform both field and telephone work, including interviewing farm operators and other individuals in person and by phone.
Knowledge of computers or iPads.
Ability to communicate clearly, listen to producers' concerns, earn trust, and gain cooperation respectfully.
An operable telephone and a home workspace free from distractions for telephone interviews.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Interview farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses in person and by telephone.
Travel to designated fields to perform crop counts and collect samples.
Maintain accurate, legible records of interviews, crop counts, sample collection, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked.
Independently plan calls and visits, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines.
Explain the value of survey participation, address concerns respectfully, and seek producer cooperation without pressure.
Represent NASDA positively in survey activities.