[Hiring] 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 provide technical and data collection support 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 (iPads) and software systems and platforms including iSolved, iHire, CAPI, and Microsoft.
• Work as a team member in developing training in relevant areas.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to provide advice, guidance, and counsel to all enumerators.
• Provide classroom, phone, and computer-based training as needed.
• 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

• Able to pass a federal background check.
• A high school diploma and minimum 3 years' experience providing training and/or technical support to employees are required.
• Some knowledge of agriculture and agricultural issues is desired.
• Proficient in using equipment such as iPads and cloud-based data collection and communication systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Knowledge of effective training methods and techniques sufficient to oversee and monitor instructional programs.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve problems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented work environment.

Requirements

• Starting at $28.20 an hour.
• This is a Part-time, non-exempt position working approximately 20-30 hours per week not to exceed 375 hours per quarter.
• Position is considered remote, but candidates must reside in CT, DE, DC, IN, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT, VA, or WV.

Benefits

• Performance bonuses.
• Career development.
• Flexibility.
• Ability to work remotely.