Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Columbia, SC

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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 approach selected households without a prior appointment. Interviewers follow respondent contact schedules set by the Field Supervisor and administer standardized, computer-assisted interviews, collecting confidential information from selected individuals. The role 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 Time & Expense reports. Interviewers are responsible for the care and security of project-issued equipment, participant incentives, and project materials, and they carefully track all incentives. They attend virtual project meetings and weekly meetings with the Field Supervisor, and participate in field observations conducted by client or RTI staff. The position requires working and driving after dark, and may involve variable schedules and possible overnight travel when remote segments are included in the assignment area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Effective spoken communication and listening skills.
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 associated equipment.
Access to password-protected Wi-Fi for data transmission 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 the physical demands of 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 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, 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 and standardized questionnaires to selected individuals, collecting confidential information.
Independently manage administrative duties, including conference calls and online training.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Assume responsibility for the use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard participant incentives, equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft, and track all participant incentives carefully.
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.