Field Interviewer - NSDUH - job 3 of 4

Field Interviewers are responsible for

• Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions and obtain participation
• Collecting confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires
• Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
• Approach selected households without a prior appointment
• Be able to work and drive after dark
• Virtually attend scheduled group meetings
• Attend weekly scheduled calls with the Field Supervisor

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years old at time of employment
• Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening, and fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
• Able to successfully complete training
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
• Able to keep project information confidential.

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates

• Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from culturally-diverse backgrounds
• Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
• Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
• Maintain regular access to a computer and password-protected wireless internet connection in your home for data transmissions, required system updates to project equipment, and completion of administrative tasks
• Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas