Data Collector

The Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) seeks part-time data collectors. These are on-call positions that depend upon project needs.Data collection assignments vary and include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Counting passengers as they board and/or depart from MBTA buses, commuter rail trains, or subway cars
• Counting people walking or biking
• Gathering information on motor vehicle or bicycle parking
• Conducting surveys
• Other agency data collection needs as they arise

Assignments generally range from three to five hours and can occur during any hours that the MBTA operates including early morning or late evening times. Multiple assignments are usually available each week.While the following sections describe required and desirable qualifications, candidates who believe that their particular experience and skills fulfill the requirements are encouraged to apply.

Required:

• Competency in following assignment instructions
• Attention to detail
• Reliably able to arrive on time for assignments
• Able to submit completed assignment work in a timely manner
• Able to work independently in the field

Preferred:

• The ability to take assignments that may range from 5:00 AM to midnight on weekdays or weekends
• The ability to take two or more assignments per week on a regular basis
• Knowledge of the Boston region and the MBTA system

These are per diem positions and candidates could work as many as 15 hours per week during varied hours. The pay rate is $18.50 per hour.