South Dakota Agricultural NASDA Field Enumerator Part Time- Yankton SD

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Mitchell, SD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

NASDA is seeking 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. The position requires both field and telephone work. Enumerators interview agricultural operators and businesses in person and by phone, travel to designated fields to perform crop counts and collect samples, and maintain accurate, legible records of interviews, crop counts, samples, mileage, expenditures, and hours worked. Enumerators independently plan calls and visits, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines. Telephone work requires an operable telephone and a distraction-free home workspace; field duties require travel in a reliable personal vehicle. The schedule is flexible and part-time, but 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 weather, seasonal farm responsibilities, and community functions may affect work hours. 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 actions.
Ability to perform crop counts and collect field samples in designated fields.
Ability to travel on dirt roads, walk on uneven ground, and carry 40 pounds for 300 yards.
Ability to maintain a reliable personal vehicle.
Ability to perform both field and telephone work, including interviews in person and by phone.
Knowledge of computers or iPads.
Ability to communicate clearly, listen to producers' concerns, and earn their trust.
Availability during peak survey periods.
Ability to pass a background check.
For telephone interviews, access to an operable telephone and a home workspace free from distractions.

Responsibilities

Interview 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.
Represent NASDA positively, explain the value of survey participation, address concerns respectfully, and seek cooperation without pressure.
Organize work time and solve problems while completing assignments accurately and on time.