(Hybrid) Temporary Field Interviewer - Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design

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The Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design Department is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Temporary Field Interviewer. Assistance with research projects such as the National Marine Sanctuary (NMS) Visitor Use Counting/Monitoring Program (NMS-Count) partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. New research projects can come with the development of different research proposals.

The Field Interviewer position will be essential to the completion of NMS-Count effort with the NMSF across the USA. The Field Interviewer will conduct face-to-face interviewers with coastal visitors as they exit recreation sites. Interviewers will travel to a variety of general recreation sites. Shifts vary between morning, afternoon and evening hours and very often occur on weekend days.

What You''ll Do

• Conducting recreation surveys on lands adjacent to national marine sanctuary waters in a friendly and respectful manner.
• Checking schedule on the Google Drive weekly/daily basis and planning out survey site drive times and location with GPS and maps.
• Set up interviewing sites properly to ensure safety of self and visitors.
• Download data from tablets and report status to field supervisor.
• Filling out and keeping track of surveys and daily counts in a neat, orderly fashion.
• Compiling weekly reports for field supervisor about site use levels, recreation use and weather conditions at each assigned surveying site.
• Adhering to strict WVU data collection policies and guidelines including proper dress, displaying of safety signage, etc.
• Ability to drive long distances over a variety of road surfaces during early morning and early evening hours.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision from field management at all times.

Pay Grade: 7

Length of Assignment: 8 Months

Work Hours: 30 Hours per week

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The Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design Department is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Temporary Field Interviewer. Assistance with research projects such as the National Marine Sanctuary (NMS) Visitor Use Counting/Monitoring Program (NMS-Count) partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. New research projects can come with the development of different research proposals.

The Field Interviewer position will be essential to the completion of NMS-Count effort with the NMSF across the USA. The Field Interviewer will conduct face-to-face interviewers with coastal visitors as they exit recreation sites. Interviewers will travel to a variety of general recreation sites. Shifts vary between morning, afternoon and evening hours and very often occur on weekend days.

What You''ll Do

• Conducting recreation surveys on lands adjacent to national marine sanctuary waters in a friendly and respectful manner.
• Checking schedule on the Google Drive weekly/daily basis and planning out survey site drive times and location with GPS and maps.
• Set up interviewing sites properly to ensure safety of self and visitors.
• Download data from tablets and report status to field supervisor.
• Filling out and keeping track of surveys and daily counts in a neat, orderly fashion.
• Compiling weekly reports for field supervisor about site use levels, recreation use and weather conditions at each assigned surveying site.
• Adhering to strict WVU data collection policies and guidelines including proper dress, displaying of safety signage, etc.
• Ability to drive long distances over a variety of road surfaces during early morning and early evening hours.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision from field management at all times.

Pay Grade: 7

Length of Assignment: 8 Months

Work Hours: 30 Hours per week

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• Highschool diploma or GED

• A minimum of six (6) months of experience involving:

• Previous in-field data collection experience on state, federal or municipal lands is preferred, but not required.

• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competency in written and oral communication.
• Ability to drive on various types of roads to remote locations
• Ability to keep neat and concise notes and surveys.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
• Skilled in effective communication.
• Skilled in strategic planning and logistics.
• Skilled in critical thinking, including using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Skilled in monitoring/assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take correction.

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• Highschool diploma or GED

• A minimum of six (6) months of experience involving:

• Previous in-field data collection experience on state, federal or municipal lands is preferred, but not required.

• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competency in written and oral communication.
• Ability to drive on various types of roads to remote locations
• Ability to keep neat and concise notes and surveys.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
• Skilled in effective communication.
• Skilled in strategic planning and logistics.
• Skilled in critical thinking, including using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Skilled in monitoring/assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take correction.

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• Valid driver''s license

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• Valid driver''s license

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West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

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West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

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