[Hiring] Enumerator Trainer @National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

Role Description

As a Trainer for the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), you will be responsible for providing a crucial role in serving our agricultural producers by providing reliable, accurate, and objective statistics and information that farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on. You will support training activities for enumerators tasked with collecting data on behalf of the National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS).

The essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for enumerators' IT equipment and software systems and platforms including iSolved, iHire, and CAPI.
• Work as a team member in developing training.
• Provide advice, guidance, and counsel to all enumerators.
• Provide classroom, phone, and computer-based training.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director to identify training needs and develop strategies to address them.
• Enforce security regulations to protect statistical data collected; ensure proper maintenance, preservation, and disposal of all official statistical records.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and one year of college or work experience are required.
• Some knowledge of agriculture and agricultural issues on a national level is desired.
• Knowledge of effective training methods and techniques sufficient to oversee and monitor instructional programs.
• Knowledge of iPads and NASDA systems preferred.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve problems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Strong in-person and virtual presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to carry 40lbs.
• Ability to walk unassisted for 100 yards.
• Ability to travel once per quarter to anywhere in the MWP Region (IA, KS, MN, NE, ND, SD, WI).
• Must live in Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, or Minnesota.

Requirements

• Starting salary at $24.80 an hour.
• This is a Part-time, non-exempt position that is remote.

Benefits

• Performance bonuses.
• Career development.

Company Description

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association representing the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the state departments of agriculture. NASDA enhances American food and agriculture communities through policy, partnerships, and public engagement.

We recognize that to achieve our goals, we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are. We strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and where they can build their careers.