Field Enumerator

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is looking to hire an organized part-time Office / Phone Enumerator to conduct telephone interviews of farm and ranch operators and related businesses. 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 administration position earns a competitive wage of $17.75/hour , plus mileage and 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, the ability to work in your community, and knowledge about where your food comes from.

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 on behalf of the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). In order 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 AN OFFICE / PHONE ENUMERATOR

You play a crucial role in providing reliable, accurate, and objective agricultural statistics and information that farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on. You conduct telephone interviews with farm and ranch operators as well as other related businesses. In order to gain cooperation, you explain the purpose of the survey or census and then proceed to record data on a survey instrument. This typically involves talking on the phone while typing answers at the same time, but your expert multitasking skills make this a nonissue.

After reviewing the information for completeness, you edit and assist with processing the information. In addition, you answer any incoming calls from farmers and accurately respond to questions related to various surveys and the Census of Agriculture. You also assist with any other administration duties including operating office machines when needed. Staying organized and effectively completing tasks brings you great satisfaction, which is why you are perfect for this position!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN OFFICE / PHONE ENUMERATOR

• Experience multitasking in an energetic, deadline-oriented work environment
• Ability to represent NASDA and the benefits of enumerators positively in all survey actions
• Knowledge about computers or iPads
• Excellent typing skills

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

WORK SCHEDULE

This part-time administration position works a flexible schedule that may include some evenings, weekends, and holidays .

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