Traveling Field Interviewer - Part Time

RTI International•Remote,

11d

About The Position

Field Interviewers travel to assigned locations and contact selected respondents in person to explain the study, answer questions, and obtain participation. They approach selected households without appointments, follow the Field Supervisor’s respondent-contact schedule, and administer standardized computer-assisted interviews while collecting confidential information. The role includes overnight travel, working and driving after dark, and a variable schedule based on quarterly assignments. Interviewers independently manage administrative responsibilities, including online training, conference calls, virtual team meetings, weekly meetings or calls with the Field Supervisor, data transmission, system updates, and timely and accurate time and expense reports. They are responsible for the care and security of project equipment, materials, and participant incentives, and may participate in field observations conducted by client or RTI staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to travel overnight at least 4–5 times per quarter, with each trip lasting up to 14 days.
Ability to work 40 or more hours during traveling weeks only.
Availability for a variable work schedule based on the quarterly schedule and the size and location of assignments.
Effective spoken communication and listening skills.
Fluency in English in 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 transmission and administrative responsibilities.
Ability to keep project information confidential.
Willingness to work in various weather conditions and after dark.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if air travel is required.
Ability to perform physical activities including carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs; physical effort includes handling supplies and equipment weighing up to 13 pounds.
Regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet-enabled device with a forward-facing camera, and reliable internet, for training and required virtual meetings.

Nice To Haves

Positive, self-motivated, and curious disposition, with enjoyment of interacting with people from diverse backgrounds.
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet deadlines.
Computer skills, particularly email and internet proficiency.
Comfort working in unfamiliar areas.

Responsibilities

Travel overnight to assigned locations, typically 4–5 trips per quarter, with each trip lasting up to 14 days.
Make in-person contact with selected respondents, explain 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, collecting confidential information.
Manage administrative duties independently, including conference calls and online training.
Transmit data as scheduled.
Assume responsibility for the proper use and care of project-issued equipment.
Safeguard participant incentives, equipment, and project materials against damage, loss, or theft.
Track participant incentives carefully.
Submit timely and accurate time and expense reports.
Attend scheduled virtual project-team meetings and weekly meetings or calls with the Field Supervisor.
Participate in field observations conducted by client or RTI staff.
Maintain required system updates on project equipment and complete administrative tasks.
Work and drive after dark.