Data Collector

• Be 18 or older (or an emancipated minor) with the ability to enter binding confidentiality agreements to protect project information;
• Be available to attend the mandatory in-person project training, June 1-2, 2023; and
• Be available to complete a mandatory web-based home study training prior to virtual project training.

Minimum Requirements

• Be available to work from June 5–June 19, 2023 (some assignments may conclude earlier);
• Be available to work up to 10-12 hours per day, every day of the week, for up to 2 weeks, when work is available;
• Live in the geographic area defined by project needs;
• Be willing to travel locally and/or out of state for project work with a possibility of overnight travel. The amount of travel will vary and may require continuous overnight travel for up to 2 weeks (depending on assignment and project needs);
• Be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations:
  • Lift and carry equipment up to 15 pounds from the car to the assigned observation point;
  • Be able to remain outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, especially heat, for several hours at a time;
  • Be able to stand for up to 120 minutes at a time; and
  • Be able to walk up to a mile;
• Have regular and reliable access to telephone service with a long-distance calling feature, either landline or cellular;
• Have regular and reliable access to a secure high-speed internet connection;
• Have regular and reliable access to an insured vehicle;
• Possess a valid (current) driver’s license that is not under suspension;
• Be responsible for data collection equipment;
• Be able to read maps; and
• Have experience using a smartphone and/or tablet, with skills including connecting to Wi-Fi and using/sending email on a mobile device.

Preferred Criteria

• Have previous Westat transportation research experience;
• Have other field data collection experience;
• Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent;
• Have the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English;
• Have excellent computer skills (be able to access the internet, use the keyboard, and email);
• Have strong reading, verbal, and written communication skills; and
• Possess good communication skills and experience working with the general public.

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history.

This is a part-time variable hour, non-exempt position eligible for overtime pay. This position is not initially eligible for health insurance. The hourly rate for this position is dependent on geographic location. The hourly rate for this location ranges from $16.20 to $19.05. All field positions accrue sick leave (based on hours worked) and are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program (employer matching is dependent on hours worked and disbursement is subject to program rules).

Working on this study can be a fascinating, rewarding experience. If you are a reliable self-starter, this position may be right for you. Upon successful completion of this assignment, you will be eligible for consideration for reassignment on other Westat field data collection projects if they become available.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.