Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Climax, MN

11d

About The Position

Field Interviewers travel to selected locations to recruit study participants and make in-person contact with selected respondents to explain the study, answer questions, and obtain participation. The role involves approaching selected households without prior appointments and adhering to respondent contact times set by the Field Supervisor. Interviewers administer standardized, computer-assisted questionnaires and collect confidential information. The position also includes independently managing administrative duties, transmitting data on schedule, completing online training and system updates, and submitting accurate Time & Expense reports. Interviewers are responsible for the proper use and care of project-issued equipment and for safeguarding and tracking participant incentives and project materials. They attend virtual project meetings and weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor, participate in field observations, and may work and drive after dark. The work schedule varies according to the quarterly schedule and the size and location of assignments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective communication skills through speech and listening.
Fluency in English, including 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 various weather conditions and after dark.
Regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet-enabled device with a forward-facing camera, such as a tablet or smartphone, and reliable internet for training and required virtual meetings.
Ability to meet physical demands including carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs; physical effort includes 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, curious, and enjoys 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.
Make in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation.
Approach selected households without a prior appointment.
Adhere to the respondent contact schedule set by the Field Supervisor.
Properly administer computer-assisted interviews, collect confidential information, and administer standardized questionnaires to selected individuals.
Independently manage administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online training.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Assume full and legal responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard participant incentives, issued equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft.
Assume responsibility for and 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.