NASDA Part-time Field Enumerator - Palo Alto County

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth interviews with agricultural producers in person and over the telephone.
• Collect and enter detailed data on crop status in corn or soybean fields.
• Perform crop counts in designated agricultural fields.
• Communicate benefits and provide essential information to farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and other agricultural businesses.
• Report daily progress, time, and mileage.
• Participate in comprehensive training for specific studies on animal and plant health, farming practices, procedures, and various questionnaires.
• Enter data gathered from agricultural operators in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Prior experience in sales or agriculture.
• Working with diverse personalities.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems and/or iPads.
• Experience working in a deadline-driven environment with multiple tasks.
• The ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs., walk unassisted on uneven ground for up to 100 yards, and examine crop status in corn or soybean fields.
• A maintained personal vehicle for travel related to field enumerator duties.
• A flexible schedule that may include some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
• Travel up to 250 miles on a quarterly basis for training, as needed.

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement and required supplies.

Pay

$17.75 per hour.

Schedule

Flexible schedule that may include some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.