Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Field Interviewers travel frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants and make in-person contact with selected respondents. They explain the study, answer questions, obtain participation, and may approach selected households without a prior appointment. Interviewers follow a Field Supervisor’s schedule for respondent contact times and administer standardized, computer-assisted interviews while collecting confidential information. The role includes independently managing administrative responsibilities, participating in conference calls and online training, transmitting data on schedule, maintaining project equipment and system updates, and submitting accurate, timely Time & Expense reports. Interviewers safeguard and track participant incentives, equipment, and project materials, and attend scheduled virtual and weekly field-supervisor meetings. They may participate in field observations by client or RTI staff. The position involves working and driving after dark, variable scheduling based on quarterly assignments, and possible overnight travel when remote segments are included in the assignment area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective communication skills through speech and listening.
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 a reliable personal automobile available for business use.
Comfort using an RTI-issued tablet, laptop, and other 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 a reliable internet connection for training courses and required virtual meetings.
Ability to meet the physical demands of 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 as 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, 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.
Follow the Field Supervisor’s schedule for respondent contact times.
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 trainings.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment and safeguard it against damage, loss, or theft.
Safeguard project materials and participant incentives and carefully track all participant incentives.
Submit timely and accurate Time & Expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual meetings with project team members and weekly scheduled meetings with the Field Supervisor.
Participate in field observations conducted by a client or RTI staff member.
Maintain required system updates to project equipment and complete administrative tasks.
Work and drive after dark.