Field Interviewer - Part-time Job at RTI International, Washington DC

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  • RTI International
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Project Location Details

Washington, DC

Pay Details

The pay rate for this position is $24/hr per hour based on experience and geographic location.

  • This position falls under the U.S. Department of Labor Service Contract Act (SCA). In addition to hourly pay, a Health and Welfare stipend of $4.98 per hour will be provided for up to 40 hours per week.
  • You are also eligible to receive pay for up to 10 holidays and annual vacation time payout, as well as access to an employee discount program.
  • Travel time and mileage is fully reimbursable.

Project Details

RTI International is seeking part-time Field Interviewers to work on the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) , a government-sponsored research study that has been conducted since 1971. This important study provides up-to-date information on alcohol, tobacco, drug use, mental health, and other health-related issues in the United States.

As a field interviewer, you will contact selected households and communicate the importance of participating in NSDUH. Successful field interviewers need to be self-motivated, outgoing, and able to work on a variable schedule working when respondents are likely at home. The ideal candidate is someone looking for a long-term career, passionate about the health and well-being of their community, and who does not want to work in an office.

For more details on being a field interviewer, please view:

Field Representative/Interviewer Position Overview

External Description

Field Interviewers are responsible for:

  • Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants
  • Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation
  • Performing proper administration of a computer-assisted interview, collecting confidential information, and administering standardized questionnaires to selected individuals
  • Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
  • Transmitting data as scheduled
  • Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project issued equipment
  • Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft
  • Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives
  • Submitting timely and accurate Time and Expense reports
  • Attending virtually scheduled meetings with other members of the project team
  • Approaching selected households without a prior appointment
  • Working and driving after dark
  • Attending weekly scheduled calls with Field Supervisor
  • Adhering to a schedule set by the Field Supervisor for respondent contact times
  • Providing availability for field observations conducted by a member of client or RTI staff
  • Maintaining required system updates to project equipment and completion of administrative tasks

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old at the time of employment
  • Must possess High School Diploma or GED
  • Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
  • Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
  • Available for entire training and data collection period
  • Able to successfully complete training
  • Must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
  • Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
  • Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities
  • Able to keep project information confidential
  • Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark
  • Maintain regular access to a computer with a webcam or an internet enabled device with a forward-facing camera (e.g. tablet, smartphone) and reliable internet connection for completion of all training courses and virtual attendance for all required meetings
  • Position involves physical demands of carrying, lifting, standing, bending, stretching, stooping, typing, and climbing stairs. Physical effort includes supplies and equipment up to 13 pounds
  • Available for a variable work schedule as dictated by the quarterly schedule, size, and location of assignments

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates

  • Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds
  • Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
  • Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
  • Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas
  • Available for possible overnight travel if remote segments are included in the assignment area

Work Schedule

  • The data collection period is expected to start in February 2026
  • On average, you will be needed part-time approximately 20-25 hours per week when work is available
  • On average, you should be available to work in the field 4 days each week
  • The majority of this work is anticipated to be evenings and weekends
  • Each of your trips to the field are expected to be at least 4 hours long not including travel time

Training Details

Field Interviewers are required to successfully complete trainings which include:

  • Completion of pre-training courses
  • Attend a 5-day virtual training. Each training day will consist of 4 hours of instructor led live training via Zoom, 2-3 hours of independently completed tasks including on-line courses, 2 hours live Zoom assistance provided after class for those wanting or requiring extra help
  • Following training, must complete and successfully pass a certification demonstrating ability to complete a NSDUH field interview
  • Attendance at all trainings is mandatory

Accommodation

RTI International will accommodate our job application procedures for disabled veterans and other qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you have a disability that affects the use of our online application system, or if you otherwise need accommodation in connection with the recruiting process due to a disability, please CLICK HERE for information on how to contact us to request an accommodation.

Anticipated Close Date: December 22, 2025

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Work at office, Remote work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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