Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Omaha, NE

10d

About The Position

Field Interviewers travel to selected locations to recruit participants and conduct in-person interviews. They contact selected respondents, including approaching households without appointments, explain the study, answer questions, and obtain participation. They administer standardized computer-assisted interviews and collect confidential information from selected individuals. The role also includes independent administrative work, scheduled data transmission, equipment and incentive tracking, accurate time and expense reporting, online training, and attendance at virtual project and supervisor meetings. Interviewers follow a schedule established by the Field Supervisor, participate in field observations, maintain project equipment and system updates, and may work and drive after dark. The position has a variable schedule based on quarterly schedules and assignment size and location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective spoken communication and listening skills.
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, and a reliable internet connection, 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 up to 13 pounds.
Availability for a variable work schedule based on 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, 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, 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 conduct standardized questionnaires with selected individuals.
Manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Take 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 assume responsibility for them.
Submit timely and accurate Time & Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual project-team meetings 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 when required.