Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Southfield, MI

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About The Position

Field Interviewers travel to selected locations to recruit study participants and make in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation. They approach selected households without a prior appointment and follow a schedule set by the Field Supervisor for respondent contact times. Interviewers administer computer-assisted interviews, collect confidential information, and deliver standardized questionnaires to selected individuals. The role also includes independently managing administrative duties, such as participating in conference calls, completing online trainings, transmitting data on schedule, maintaining project equipment and system updates, and submitting accurate and timely Time & Expense reports. Interviewers are responsible for the lawful use and care of project-issued equipment and for safeguarding and carefully tracking participant incentives and project materials. They attend virtual project meetings and weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor, participate in field observations conducted by client or RTI staff, 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 communication skills in 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 reliable personal automobile available for business use.
Comfort using an RTI-issued tablet, laptop, and 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 reliable internet for training courses 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 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.
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, collect confidential information, and administer standardized questionnaires to selected individuals.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online trainings.
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 a client or RTI staff member.
Maintain required system updates for project equipment and complete administrative tasks.
Work and drive after dark.