Part time field enumerator

Field Enumerator (Part-time) Location: Primarily Remote (iPad provided) with field travel

Pay: $17.75/hour + mileage reimbursement

House: Flexible

About the Role: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and motivated Field Enumerator to support data collection across local communities. 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 ? This field enumerator position earns a competitive wage of $17.75/hour , plus mileage with opportunities raises and promotions. 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 . 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. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIELD ENUMERATOR As a Field Enumerator, you play an important role in supporting agricultural producers by collecting accurate, reliable, and confidential data used to inform agricultural programs and decision-making.

Interviewing farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses by phone or in person

Conducting crop counts in designated fields when applicable

Recording survey responses, mileage, expenses, and hours worked using an iPad

Many surveys are completed remotely from home. Some surveys require the use of a personal vehicle and valid Driver's License to drive to local agricultural operators to conduct in-person surveys or crop counts (Mileage is reimbursed).

This role offers variety, independence, and community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD ENUMERATOR Self-motivation and a strong sense of responsibility

Comfort speaking with people by phone and in person

Basic familiarity with technology (iPads, data entry, email)

An interest in agriculture, food systems, sustainability, or rural communities

Access to a reliable personal vehicle (only required for in-person field work)

SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY Hours are highly flexible and based on availability

Work may occasionally include evenings or weekends

Workload may fluctuate depending on agricultural seasons

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.