Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Field Interviewers travel frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants. They contact selected respondents in person, discuss the study, answer questions, and seek participation, including approaching selected households without a prior appointment. They follow respondent-contact schedules set by the Field Supervisor and administer standardized, computer-assisted interviews while collecting confidential information. The role also includes independently handling administrative duties, participating in conference calls and online training, transmitting data on schedule, and maintaining project equipment and system updates. Interviewers are responsible for the care and security of project-issued equipment, materials, and participant incentives, including carefully tracking incentives and submitting accurate, timely Time & Expense reports. They attend virtual project-team meetings and weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor, participate in field observations, and may work and drive after dark. Work schedules vary according to quarterly schedules and the size and location of assignments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective spoken communication and listening skills.
Fluency in English reading, writing, and speaking.
Availability for the entire training and data-collection period.
Ability to successfully complete training.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable personal automobile available for business use.
Comfort using an RTI-issued tablet, laptop, and associated equipment.
Access to password-protected Wi-Fi for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities.
Ability to keep project information confidential.
Willingness to work in varied weather conditions and after dark.
Regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet-enabled device with a forward-facing camera, and a reliable internet connection, for training and required virtual meetings.
Ability to meet the physical demands of carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs, including handling supplies and equipment weighing up to 13 pounds.
Availability for a variable work schedule determined by the quarterly schedule and the size and location of assignments.

Nice To Haves

Positive, self-motivated, and curious, with enjoyment of interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds.
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet deadlines.
Computer skills, including email and internet proficiency.
Comfort working in unfamiliar areas.
Availability for possible overnight travel if remote segments are included in the assignment area.

Responsibilities

Travel frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants.
Contact selected respondents in person to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation.
Approach selected households without a prior appointment.
Follow the Field Supervisor’s schedule for respondent contact times.
Administer computer-assisted interviews and standardized questionnaires to selected individuals, collecting confidential information.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard participant incentives, issued equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft.
Carefully track participant incentives.
Submit timely and accurate Time & Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with project-team members and weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor.
Participate in field observations conducted by client or RTI staff.
Maintain required system updates to project equipment and complete administrative tasks.
Work and drive after dark.