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

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Woonsocket, SD

About The Position

NASDA seeks a motivated, detail-oriented 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 from home, and required field assignments. Starting pay is $17.75 per hour, with opportunities for merit-based wage increases. Mileage is reimbursed for approved work travel. NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association supporting state departments of agriculture across all fifty states and four U.S. territories. Since 1972, NASDA has partnered with USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service to collect agricultural data from farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. Field Enumerators represent NASDA and help tell the story of American agriculture. 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 and independently plan calls and visits, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines. Telephone work requires an operable telephone and a distraction-free home workspace; fieldwork requires travel using a reliable personal vehicle. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule that may occasionally include evenings, Saturdays, and non-major holidays. Work is never scheduled on Sundays or major holidays. Availability during peak survey periods is important, and work hours may be affected by weather, seasonal farm responsibilities, and community functions. 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 interactions.
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.
Clear communication skills and comfort talking with producers, listening to concerns, and earning trust.
Ability to organize time, solve problems, and work independently.
Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Conduct interviews with farmers, ranchers, farm operators, 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 and objections respectfully, and seek cooperation without pressure.
Represent NASDA positively and complete work accurately and on time.