South Dakota NASDA Field Enumerator

About Nasda

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) of Arlington, VA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association representing 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, NASDA's mission is to grow and enhance American agriculture through policies, partnerships, and public engagement.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivation
• Teamwork
• Organization
• Positive and friendly attitude

Benefits

• Competitive wage of $17.31/hour, plus mileage
• Opportunities for a promotion based on hours worked and performance ratings
• Flexible schedule
• The opportunity to work from home
• The ability to work in your community
• Knowledge about where your food comes from

Pay

$17.31/hour

Schedule

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