One-on-One Outdoor Survey Interviewers needed in The Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger Dist.

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MMI-2 Research is seeking an Interviewer to conduct one-on-one exit surveys in the Gila National Forest from March 2026 through September 2026. If you are interested in this temporary, part-time position, must be dependable, self-motivated, have strong customer service skills, reliable transportation, and a love of the outdoors. Must live in or near the Black Ranger District.

Position Overview:

• Conduct one-on-one, in person, exit surveys with visitors leaving the Gila National Forest. This is done by asking a series of pre-set questions from a computer tablet, recording responses in the tablet, and submitting the data electronically at the end of your shift.

Qualifications and Other Key Requirements:

• Must live in or near Silver City, Santa Clara or Pinos Altos, NM.
• Must be proficient using technology like tablets, cell phones, GPS, e-mail, and Wi-Fi
• Must have strong in-person customer service, ability to work/think independently, and problem solve
• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and possess a strong work ethic
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license & have reliable transportation. 4WD a plus
• Must be willing and able to drive to forest survey sites. Distances will vary
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
• Must be willing to work part-time hours and variable shifts including Saturdays/Sundays, and possible holidays
• Must be willing to commit to position through September 2026

Work schedule:

• Temporary, intermittent, part-time work from March 2026 through September 2026
• 6-hour shifts including a 30-minute paid lunch
• Variable days (including Saturdays/Sundays and possible holidays)
• Flexible schedule

Compensation Information: (All shifts are 6 hours and include a 30-minute paid lunch)

• Starting pay is $125 per shift plus a $25 fuel allowance per shift for a total of $150 per shift
• $175 bonus paid after every 10 survey shifts/days worked
• Paid training

If you live in or near the Silver City, Santa Clara or Pinos Altos, NM, willing to drive variable distance and think you would be a good fit for this position, email your resume and/or tell us a little bit about yourself.

View our NVUM website and Hiring Video at: https://nvumsurveys.com

We will not respond to applicants who live outside of the target area.

RECENT RETIREES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $150.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Are you aware this is a temporary, part-time position that ends September 30th 2026 and hours per week will vary?
• How comfortable are you using a tablet involving electronic data collection? Do you feel you have the necessary technical skills to operate and efficiently use a tablet to collect data?
• This position is outdoors. Are you comfortable with working in varying weather conditions?
• Are you willing and able to occasionally drive long distances to forest survey sites? (Distances will vary.)
• Do you have reliable transportation?
• What about this role motivated you to apply, and how is your previous work experience relevant to this role?
• Are you comfortable approaching and talking with people?
• Do you enjoy working independently? If so, have you had roles in the past like that? Please briefly describe.
• Do you live in or near Silver City, Santa Clara or Pinos Altos, NM? (We will not respond to applicants who live outside of the Gila National Forest)
• Please include your non-really email address when you respond to this posting.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service : 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $125 - $150