Trainer - Central South

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture•Arlington, VA

8d•$25•Remote

About The Position

As a Trainer for the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), you will be responsible for providing a crucial role in serving our agricultural producers by providing reliable, accurate, and objective statistics and information that farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on. You will support training activities for enumerators tasked with collecting data on behalf of the National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS). NASDA employees earn competitive pay and enjoy an excellent work culture at an organization with an incredible mission. ABOUT NASDA The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association representing the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the state departments of agriculture. NASDA enhances American food and agriculture communities through policy, partnerships, and public engagement. We recognize that to achieve our goals, we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are. We strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and where they can build their careers. ABOUT THE POSITION The Trainer reports to the Associate Director and has no direct reports. The essential functions include but are not limited to: Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for enumerators' IT equipment and software systems and platforms including iSolved, iHire, and CAPI Work as a team member in developing training Provide advice, guidance, and counsel to all enumerators Provide classroom, phone, and computer-based training Collaborate with the Associate Director to identify training needs and develop strategies to address them Enforces security regulations to protect statistical data collected; ensures proper maintenance, preservation, and disposal of all official statistical records

Requirements

A high school diploma and one year of college or work experience are required
Proficient in using equipment such as iPads and cloud based data collection and communication systems
Knowledge of effective training methods and techniques sufficient to oversee and monitor instructional programs
Exceptional critical thinking skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve problems
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentations skills
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented work environment

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of agriculture and agricultural issues on a national level is desired

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for enumerators' IT equipment and software systems and platforms including iSolved, iHire, and CAPI
Work as a team member in developing training
Provide advice, guidance, and counsel to all enumerators
Provide classroom, phone, and computer-based training
Collaborate with the Associate Director to identify training needs and develop strategies to address them
Enforces security regulations to protect statistical data collected; ensures proper maintenance, preservation, and disposal of all official statistical records