Visitor Surveyor

Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research, University of Montana

Bozeman, MT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$30 Per Hour
SKILLS
Apple iPad, Background Investigation, Driver's License, Recreation, Reimbursement, Surveying, Travel Industry, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Bozeman, MT
POSTED
1 day ago
IMMEDIATE OPENING: Visitor Surveyor The Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research (ITRR) at the University of Montana is currently looking for an individual to conduct nonresident visitor surveys and resident travel & recreation surveys (25-29 variable hours per week). Ideal candidate will live in the Bozeman area and be able to travel to West Yellowstone, Ennis, Big Sky, Three Forks, Big Timber, Harlowton, Livingston, and Belgrade areas. The position involves: 1) talking to both nonresidents and Montana residents about their travel experiences and recording the data on an iPad (provided); 2) surveying and counting nonresidents at the Bozeman airport (requires ability to pass a background check); 3) collecting proportion counts along highway entry points into the state; 4) uploading data after each shift; 5) mailing airport and highway counts to ITRR on a bi-weekly basis; 6) providing a twice weekly status of activities to ITRR via telephone; 7) submitting hours worked and miles traveled via e-mail; 8) being able to work independently with little direct supervision. Reimbursement for miles driven will be at the state rate (currently $0.349/mile). Salary is $28-30/hour (depending on experience).Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and be willing to drive within the duty area. Internet access (wireless preferred) is required for bi-weekly paperwork submission and daily uploading of data. Applicants must be willing to work on average 3 days per week (8-10 hrs./day) with work days and hours alternating each week.Position is part-time and temporary; however, the project occurs year-round.

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Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research, University of Montana