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Field Representative

US Census Bureau

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Compensation
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Location
Delaware, DE
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting Field Representatives to interview respondents and collect survey or census data within assigned geographic areas. Representatives are based out of their homes and conduct interviews primarily in person, with phone interviews when requested. The role involves explaining surveys, recording responses, maintaining work and travel records, and completing training. The announcement describes the positions as permanent and starting at GS-5.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

InterviewingSurvey Data CollectionSurvey ExplanationAccurate Data EntryDrivingClimbing StairsExtended WalkingLifting Up to 50 LbsCommunicationReading Small PrintGood Hearing

Qualifications

Must Be 18+U.S. CitizenshipWilling to Work Variable HoursWilling to Work Days, Evenings, WeekendsWilling to Travel OvernightVehicle or Public Transportation AccessSafe Home Work EnvironmentPhone AccessHome Internet or Cellular Access

Full job description

This job was posted by https://joblink.delaware.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.delaware.gov/jobs/1568318 A new job announcement for Field Representative has been posted. These jobs are now considered permanent and the starting pay scale is GS-5. To apply for theField Representative role: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/881888300{auth="NotApplicable" linkindex="0"}(click the link, or copy and paste in your web browser) The U.S. Census Bureau is actively recruiting for Field Representative positions in the following states: DE, KY, MD, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, and the District of Columbia. Field Representatives interview respondents to collect survey or census data as required for current surveys, one-time surveys, and special censuses. Field Representatives are based out of their homes and are reimbursed for work travel mileage. This role offers you a chance to represent your community, engage with diverse communities, and gather important national data. We encourage you to share this opportunity with family, friends, and others who may be interested. If you require general assistance, not related to application status or USAJOBs issues, please reach out via this email. An employee will contact you within 2-3 business days. If you havealready applied to the current Field Representative job announcement on the USAJOBS.gov{auth="NotApplicable" linkindex="1"}website on or after August 31, 2026, you may disregard this email. If you applied prior to August 31, 2026, you must submit a new application to be considered for current vacancies. Previous applications cannot be transferred to the current announcement. Please note:Our office cannot provide status updates on individual applications. You can track your application status through your USAJOBS dashboard.** Fortechnical assistance with the application process, please visit the USAJOBS Help Center{auth="NotApplicable" linkindex="2"}or call 1-844-875-6446. Conducts interviews primarily in person (door to door) and when requested may conduct phone interviews to collect survey or census data as required within an assigned geographic area.\ Communicates with respondents, supervisors, and other persons as appropriate.\ Understands survey materials in order to explain the purpose of surveys, ask questions as worded on the questionnaire or survey instrument, and enters accurate and complete information into a laptop computer or onto survey forms.\ Maintains personal payroll records that reflect hours worked, miles driven, and reimbursements for travel and communications claimed.\ Completes an attends training as necessary in-person or online.\ Requirements\ Help\ Conditions of employment You must be 18 years old.\ You must be a US Citizen.\ You must have good hearing and the ability to read small print found on surveys. You must be in good physical condition to drive, climb stairs, and walk for extended periods.\ You will occasionally be required to lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs.\ You must be willing to work days, evenings, and weekends.\ You must be willing to work a varying number of hours per week.\ You must be willing to occasionally travel overnight for training and work assignments.\ You must have access to a vehicle (or public transportation) so that you can complete work throughout the assigned geographic area.\ You must establish and maintain a safe work environment in your residence.\ You must be willing to use all methods of communication (face to face, phone call, emails, letter, etc.).\ You must have access to a landline or mobile phone.\ You must have an internet connection at your residence. If internet is not available in your area, must be able to connect to a cellular network.\

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