Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Elgin, IA

12d

About The Position

Field Interviewers travel frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants and make in-person contact with selected respondents to explain the study, answer questions, and obtain participation. They approach selected households without prior appointments and follow respondent-contact schedules set by the Field Supervisor. The role involves administering computer-assisted interviews, collecting confidential information, and delivering standardized questionnaires to selected individuals. Interviewers independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training, transmit data on schedule, maintain project equipment and required system updates, and complete administrative tasks. They are responsible for the legal and careful use of project-issued equipment and for safeguarding equipment, participant incentives, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft. They track incentives and submit accurate, timely Time & Expense reports. The position includes scheduled virtual team meetings, weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor, field observations by client or RTI staff, and work and driving after dark. Work schedules vary according to the quarterly schedule and the size and location of assignments. Candidates must be available throughout the training and data-collection period and be willing to work in various weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective communication skills in speaking and listening.
Fluency in English in 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 other associated equipment.
Access to a password-protected Wi-Fi connection 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 a reliable internet connection for training and required virtual meetings.
Ability to carry, lift, stand, bend, stretch, stoop, type, and climb stairs; physical effort includes handling supplies and equipment weighing up to 13 pounds.
Availability for a variable work schedule dictated by the quarterly schedule, 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, particularly 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.
Follow the Field Supervisor's schedule for respondent contact times.
Administer computer-assisted interviews, collect confidential information, and administer standardized questionnaires to selected individuals.
Manage administrative duties independently, 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.
Track participant incentives carefully and take responsibility for them.
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.