Field Enumerator

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) based in Arlington VA is seeking a detail-oriented part-time Field Enumerator to support our organization. Are you looking for a job with flexible hours Would you like to work for an agriculture nonprofit that cares about its community and employees If so please read on!

This field enumerator position earns a competitive wage of $19.52/hour plus mileage with opportunities for a promotion based on hours worked and performance ratings. We also offer exceptional perks including a flexible schedule the opportunity to work from home in your community and to know where your food comes from. If this sounds like the right opportunity in agriculture for you apply today!

ABOUT NASDA

NASDA is a nonpartisan nonprofit association that represents the elected and appointed commissioners secretaries and directors of the departments of agriculture in all fifty states and four U.S. territories. Founded in 1916 our mission is to grow and enhance American agriculture through policies partnerships and public engagement.

Since 1972 NASDA has employed enumerators to collect agricultural data for the United States Department of Agricultures (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). To achieve our goals we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are and willing to put in the hard work. To find the right people we strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and want to build their careers with!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIELD ENUMERATOR

In this Field Enumerator position you serve our agricultural producers by providing reliable accurate and objective statistics and information that farmers ranchers and rural communities depend on. You actively interview farmers ranchers and other agricultural businesses in person or on the phone. At times you travel to designated fields to perform crop counts. After gathering all your information you maintain and deliver detailed and legible records of the interviews crop counts mileage expenditures and hours worked.

You conduct your enumerator work from a residence with an operable telephone free from distractions. By maintaining a personal vehicle you are always ready to travel to perform your field enumerator duties. The job brings something new every day and you enjoy its flexibility and energetic nature!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD ENUMERATOR

• Experience multitasking in an energetic deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to positively represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators in all survey actions
• Ability to make crop counts in designated fields
• Ability to maintain a reliable personal vehicle
• Ability to conduct interviews in person or by telephone with farm operators and other individuals
• Knowledge about computers or iPads

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills Are you able to demonstrate good time management in a fast-paced environment Are you self-motivated Do you enjoy working as part of a team Are you organized Can you maintain a positive and friendly attitude If so you might be perfect for this field service position for our agriculture nonprofit!

WORK SCHEDULE

This part-time field service position has a flexible schedule that may include evenings weekends and holidays. Weather seasonal farm responsibilities and community functions may affect work hours.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM

We understand your time is valuable so we offer a quick easy application process. If you are a suitable candidate for this Field Enumerator job please complete our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: Freeport Illinois (61032)

NASDA does not discriminate in employment practices or programs on the basis of race color national origin sex religion disability political beliefs or family status.

You will have to pass a background check