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Census Field Representative (Bi-lingual)
United States Census Bureau - Huntsville, AL
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The US Census Bureau is seeking a Census Field Representative who will primarily conduct in-person interviews to collect survey or census data within a designated geographic area. This role requires effective communication with respondents and the ability to accurately record data using a laptop or survey forms. The position involves maintaining personal payroll records and completing necessary training, with a focus on ensuring accurate data collection and respondent engagement.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-person interviews (door to door) and phone interviews as needed to collect survey or census data.
- Communicate effectively with respondents, supervisors, and other relevant parties.
- Understand and explain survey materials to respondents, ensuring accurate data collection.
- Enter accurate and complete information into a laptop computer or onto survey forms.
- Maintain personal payroll records reflecting hours worked, miles driven, and reimbursements for travel and communications.
- Complete required training in-person or online.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Good hearing and ability to read small print on surveys.
- Good physical condition to drive, climb stairs, and walk for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting of materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to work days, evenings, and weekends.
- Ability to work a varying number of hours per week.
- Occasional overnight travel for training and work assignments may be required.
- Access to a vehicle or public transportation for completing work in the assigned area.
- Establish and maintain a safe work environment in your residence.
- Willingness to use various communication methods (face-to-face, phone, email, etc.).
- Access to a landline or mobile phone and an internet connection.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual skills are preferred, especially in languages other than English.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
