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

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Beresford, SD

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, and completing assignments. Starting pay is $17.75 per hour, with opportunities for merit-based wage increases. Mileage is reimbursed for approved work travel. The position combines telephone interviews from home with required field assignments. 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, and meet deadlines. Telephone interviews require an operable telephone and a home workspace free from distractions. Field duties require travel using a reliable personal vehicle. The position offers flexibility while requiring the enumerator to organize their time and solve problems. The schedule 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. 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 activities.
Ability to perform crop counts and collect field samples in designated fields, 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 about computers or iPads.
Clear communication and ability to listen to producers, earn trust, explain participation, and address concerns respectfully.
An operable telephone and a home workspace free from distractions for telephone interviews.
Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
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.
Represent NASDA positively in survey activities and explain the value of participation to agricultural producers.
Address concerns and objections respectfully, gain cooperation without pressure, and respect operators' decisions.
Organize work time and solve problems to complete assignments accurately and promptly.