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This is a paid, short-term field position involving on-site data collection near Moab, Utah, during concentrated deployment periods.\nResponsibilities\nAdminister visitor intercept surveys using Qualtrics on a tablet device at designated sites within Arches National Park (The Windows, Delicate Arch, and Devils Garden)\nApply randomized intercept protocols to select survey participants\nAccurately record survey responses and maintain daily data quality standards\nFollow field protocols, including participant consent procedures and IRB-approved data collection guidelines\nCommunicate regularly with the PI regarding daily sampling progress, response rates, and any field issues\nAssist with post-field data entry, review, and basic quality checking\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications\nValid driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials\nPreferred Qualifications\nBackground or coursework in outdoor recreation, natural resources, parks management, tourism, geography, or a related field\nPrior experience with survey research, field data collection, or visitor studies\nFamiliarity with Qualtrics or similar survey platforms\nExperience working or recreating in national parks or public lands settings\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nAbility to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision\nStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to approach and engage members of the public professionally\nReliable, detail-oriented, and committed to data quality\nRequired Documents\nAlong with the online application, please attach:\nResume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”\n**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**\nAdvertised Salary\n$26.00/hourADA\nThis position requires sustained outdoor work in a desert environment. Field data collection takes place at Arches National Park near Moab, Utah, at elevations between 4,000-5,000 feet in exposed terrain with limited shade. Work is performed primarily outdoors in direct sunlight during fall shoulder season conditions; temperatures may range from 50°F to over 100°F, depending on time of day and season. Employees must be able to work effectively in these conditions for shifts of up to 6-7 hours.\nPhysical demands include the ability to stand and walk for extended periods on uneven, rocky, or sandy terrain; hike moderate distances (up to 3 miles round trip) to and from designated survey sites while carrying a tablet device and field supplies; and remain alert and professionally engaged with members of the public throughout the shift.\nEmployees must be able to carry a pack of up to 20 pounds including water, supplies, and equipment.\nMental demands include the ability to follow structured data collection protocols with a high degree of accuracy, exercise sound judgment in participant selection, maintain focus and professionalism during repetitive tasks, and work independently without close supervision for extended periods. The position requires strong verbal communication skills in English to approach and survey park visitors from diverse backgrounds. Employees must be comfortable managing occasional refusals or difficult interactions with the public in a calm and professional manner.\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Interested applicants with questions about accommodations are encouraged to contact the hiring department and HR ADA Coordinator.\nUniversity Highlights\nFounded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.\nUSU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.\nCompeting at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.\nUtah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.\nThe university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or .\n*updated 07/2026\nNotice of Non-discrimination\nIn its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.\nUtah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.\nUtah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.\nIn all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.\nThe following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:\nCivil Rights & Title IX Office\nOld Main Room 405\n1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322\n\n(435) 797-1266\nFor further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:\nU.S. Department of Education\nDenver Regional Office\n303-844-5695| \nU.S. Department of Education\nOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights\n800-421-3481 | \n*updated 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