Data Collector

About the Organization: Windwalker Group is an award-winning, minority-owned small business with over 25 years of experience providing professional training, evaluation services, and other types of professional services to our partner clients. 

Type of Position: Part-time, temporary, hourly, 1099 position 

Location: Data collection will be conducted on-site in Triangle, VA at the National Museum of the Marine Corps (NMMC) 

Role Summary: Windwalker is seeking qualified data collectors to gather survey and observation data on-site at NMMC. By collecting information about visitor experiences through surveys and observations, the museum aims to gain valuable insights that will inform future museum initiatives. Data collectors must be: 

• Available throughout the cyclical and multiple data collection periods between 2024 to 2029. Each data collection period will be 15 to 40 days. 
• Available to work shifts of 4 to 8 hours a day from when the museum opens to when it closes (9 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time).  Schedule will be based on your availability and our needs.
• Able to recruit museum visitors to participate in surveys by:
  • Talking with visitors about the project and survey, addressing any questions before and after participation.
  • Informing them of their participation rights (voluntary participation, anonymity, confidentiality, and the right to withdraw).
  • Explaining the survey process, including question types and completion options (paper and digital).
  • Providing visitors with both paper and digital survey options (QR code)
• Able to conduct multiple observations of museum visitors in the galleries. This involves:
  • Observing museum visitors' behaviors relevant to the research objectives, such as interactions with exhibits and time spent in different areas within the gallery.
  • Recording observation notes on an observation protocol document.
  • Maintaining a distance from visitors to avoid interfering with their experiences and making them feel observed.
• Bring a personal smart phone for participants to complete surveys electronically via QR code.
• Safeguard all survey data (paper and digital), observation notes, and adhere to specific guidelines for submitting data to the project lead.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and attire, adhering to DoD civilian attire requirements while at the museum.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree (Master's degree preferred) in museum studies, sociology, psychology, anthropology, art history, research, or a related field with data collection experience required.
• Prior experience or coursework in research and data collection.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the museum field is a plus.

To Apply: Please submit your updated resume, highlighting your most recent qualifications and relevant experience over the past 5 years.