Field Interviewer - Part-time at RTI International

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Listening, Data Collection, Administration, Time Management, Schedule Management, Workload Management, Computer Skills, Email Proficiency, Internet Proficiency, Confidentiality, Driving, Physical Stamina

Industry

Research Services

Description

Field Interviewers are responsible for: * Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants * Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation * Performing proper administration of a computer-assisted interview, collecting confidential information, and administering standardized questionnaires to selected individuals * Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings * Transmitting data as scheduled * Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project-issued equipment * Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft * Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives * Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports * Virtually attend scheduled meetings with other members of the project team * Approaching selected households without prior appointment * Working and driving after dark * Attending weekly scheduled calls with Field Supervisor * Adhering to a schedule set by the Field Supervisor for respondent contact times * Providing availability for field observations conducted by a member of client or RTI staff * Maintaining required system updates to project equipment and completion of administrative tasks Qualifications Minimum Required Qualifications * Must possess High School Diploma or GED * Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening * Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking * Available for entire training and data collection period * Able to successfully complete training * Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use * Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment * Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities * Able to keep project information confidential * Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark * Maintain regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet enabled device with a forward-facing camera (e.g. tablet, smartphone) and reliable internet connection for completion of all training courses and virtual attendance for all required meetings * Position involves physical demands of carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs. Physical effort includes supplies and equipment up to 13 pounds * Available for a variable work schedule as dictated by the quarterly schedule, size, and location of assignments Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates * Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds * Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines * Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency * Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas * Available for possible overnight travel if remote segments are included in the assignment area

Responsibilities

Field Interviewers must travel to designated locations to recruit participants, conduct in-person interviews using computer-assisted methods, and collect confidential information by administering standardized questionnaires. They are also responsible for managing administrative duties, transmitting data, and safeguarding project equipment and participant incentives.