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Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research, University of Montana Visitor Surveyor in Kalispell Area, Montana
The Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research (ITRR) at the University of Montana is currently looking for an individual to conduct nonresident visitor surveys and resident travel and recreation surveys (25-29 variable hours per week). Ideal candidate will live in the Kalispell area and be able to travel to West Glacier, Hungry Horse, Columbia Falls, Whitefish, Libby, Troy, Eureka, Bigfork, and Polson areas. The position involves: 1) talking to both nonresidents and Montana residents about their travel experiences and recording the data on an iPad (provided); 2) surveying and counting nonresidents at the Kalispell airport (requires passing a background check); 3) collecting proportion counts along highway entry points into the state; 4) uploading data after each shift; 5) mailing airport and highway counts to ITRR on a bi-weekly basis; 6) providing a twice weekly status of activities to ITRR via telephone; 7) submitting hours worked and miles traveled via e-mail; 8) being able to work independently with little direct supervision. Reimbursement for miles driven will be at the state rate (currently $0.67/mile). Salary is $20-22/hour, depending on experience. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and be willing to drive within the duty area. Travel as well as working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions applies year-round. Internet access (wireless preferred) is required for bi-weekly paperwork submission and uploading of data after each shift. Applicants must have a somewhat flexible schedule and be willing to work 3 days per week (8-10 hrs./day) with work days and hours alternating each week. While the position is technically part-time and temporary, data collection does occur year-round.