Visitor Surveyor, Institute for Tourism & Recreation Research (ITRR)
University of Montana
Description
- Campus-Only Recruitment
Only current UM Employees* are eligible.
*Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees.
The Institute for Tourism & Recreation Research (ITRR) within the W.A. Franke College of Forestry is looking to hire multiple part-time Visitor Surveyors.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
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Overseeing initiation of discussion with both nonresidents and Montana residents about their travel experiences
Surveying nonresidents at airports and collecting proportion counts of passengers boarding flights as well as collecting highway proportion counts (in applicable areas)
Recording data into a software system for research purposes
Transcribing and uploading the data at the end of each shift
Coordinate the mailing of proportion counts to ITRR on a bi-weekly basis
Writing, analyzing, and providing a twice-weekly status report of activities to ITRR supervisor
Tracking and submitting hours worked and miles traveled via e-mail
Working independently with little direct supervision
Attending Meetings with Tourism Partners in various travel regions across the state to collaborate on the creation of survey development
Minimum Qualifications
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Additional Information
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Position is part-time, 0.475 FTE, Letter of Appointment Contract and includes Pro-rated annual and sick leave.
Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
- Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
- Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
- Three (3) professional references- Names and contact information
The mission of the Institute for Tourism & Recreation Research (ITRR) is to conduct rigorous and impartial research that empowers the tourism and recreation industries in Montana to make informed decisions in planning, marketing, policy, and management. As part of the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation at the University of Montana, ITRR is committed to the highest academic integrity, ensuring transparency and excellence in all research efforts.
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The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.
Testing: Individual hiring departments withing the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).