Enumerator Phone/Field

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Hillsboro, KY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a detail-oriented, part-time Field Enumerator to support their organization. This role involves collecting agricultural data on behalf of the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The ideal candidate will be passionate about agriculture, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and be comfortable working independently while representing NASDA positively. The position offers flexible hours, the opportunity to work from home, and the chance to work within your local community, providing valuable insights into agricultural practices and food origins.

Requirements

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.
Ability to demonstrate good time management in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Organized.
Ability to maintain a positive and friendly attitude.
Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Opportunity to work from home.
Ability to work in your community.

Responsibilities

Interview farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural businesses in person or by phone.
Travel to designated fields to perform crop counts.
Maintain and deliver detailed and legible records of interviews, crop counts, mileage, and expenditures.
Conduct enumerator work from a residence with an operable telephone, free from distractions.
Maintain a personal vehicle for travel to perform field duties.