Field Interviewer-Hybrid

Denver, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you have a background in education childcare youth programs or working directly with children and families

Are you passionate about supporting children and making a positive impact in your local community
Do you value flexibility autonomy and meaningful work

If so the Field Interviewer opportunity at Vital Research could be the perfect fit for you!

About Us

Since 1982 Vital Research has been on a mission to create vibrant communities by ensuring all voices and experiences are represented through inclusive social science research and evaluation. Our core services of evaluation design and research methodology data collection and results dissemination allow us to achieve our vision: a world where every person is valued and has equal opportunity to live life to its fullest.

About the Role

Field Interviewers play a key role in collecting confidential survey data that informs critical social research. This role requires empathy clear and transparent verbal communication skills and the ability to be a self-starter. This is a flexible autonomous independent contractor role where you set your own schedule and work at your own pace.

Using a company-provided tablet and software Field Interviewers contact pre-identified participants to conduct surveys via video or in-person interviews. As you collect participant answers youll collaborate with our internal research team to ensure high-quality ethical data collection that helps elevate underserved voices while contributing to the overall success of the research team.

About the Project

Vital Research in partnership with the State of Colorado is seeking experienced Field Interviewers for a statewide project focused on surveying children and their families on their experiences with the Colorado Childrens HCBS Waiver Program. The child waiver program provides services and supports to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as complex health needs and/or life-limiting illnesses. The project will begin with a mandatory virtual training the week of April 20th and will continue through May of 2026 (or until all surveys are completed).

Interviewers will conduct 45-to-60 minute interviews with children and young adults (ages 8-20). During each session interviewers are responsible for building rapport creating a comfortable and respectful environment and administering interviews in accordance with study protocols. Following interviews interviewers will be asked to share observations and provide feedback to Vital Research staff to support continuous improvement and data quality.

Key Responsibilities

Reach out to families from a provided list and schedule/complete video or in-person surveys with children
Conduct 1 survey per day or 5 surveys per week using assigned tools and protocols
Accurately capture participant responses using company-provided tablets and software with close attention to detail and confidentiality
Maintain professionalism empathy and cultural sensitivity in all interactions
Communicate regularly with the research team for updates and support

This Role May Be a Great Fit If You:

Are comfortable building quick rapport with children and their families and helping them feel safe heard and engaged during interactions
Have experience conducting interviews surveys or working in research settings
Are comfortable contacting families by phone and conducting in-person and video interviews
Have experience working with children with disabilities including intellectual and developmental disabilities
Are detail-oriented and comfortable using tablets or mobile technology
Enjoy working independently and managing your own schedule
Have access to a personal vehicle for in-person interviews

Compensation & Flexibility

You have full control over your schedule; we request that you complete a minimum of5 surveys per week. Compensation ispaid per completed survey with rates varying by interview method:

$100 per completed video (Zoom) interview
$110 per completed in-person interview depending on travel distance

Training and orientation are provided as follows:

$50 upon completion of pre-training modules
$300 upon completion of virtual training
$50 upon completion of post-training tasks

Ready to Make an Impact
Join a purpose-driven team that values equity empathy and community. Apply by March 13 2026 to be part of our mission to ensure every voice is heard and represented.

Required Experience:

Manager

Do you have a background in education childcare youth programs or working directly with children and familiesAre you passionate about supporting children and making a positive impact in your local communityDo you value flexibility autonomy and meaningful workIf so the Field Interviewer opportunity a...