With almost half of 2019 already in the books, attention is turning to the 2020 Census.
The U.S. Census Bureau is already looking for job applicants to work the 2020 Census, according to Janet L. Lane, Census Bureau recruiting assistant.
“We are currently hiring through May of 2020 for temporary assignments, most lasting eight-10 weeks,” she said.
Lane said the bureau tries to hire enumerators who live in the area they will cover since they have an interest in securing an accurate count. Local residents may also be aware of places people live that someone not familiar with the area wouldn’t find and they are will likely know of places where the homeless may camp or otherwise gather, she said.
Mason County Judge-Executive Joe Pfeffer agrees with the importance of securing an accurate account for Mason County.
“The census is definitely tied to moneys available for us,” Pfeffer said. “It’s important for us to have as accurate a count as we can.”
The results of the 2020 Census will help determine Kentucky’s representation in Congress, as well as how certain funds are spent for schools, hospitals, roads, and more.
A Census Population and Housing is taken in the United States every 10 years. A Decennial Census is required by the U. S. Constitution to determine the number of seats each state will have in the House of Representatives for each state.
Census positions provide the perfect opportunity for residents to earn extra income while helping their community, Lane said.
In addition to supporting the community, census jobs offer great pay every week, flexible hours, and paid training, Lane said. To apply, go to https://2020census.gov/jobs to learn more, then click on Apply Now. Potential applicants can also call 1-855-JOB-2020 (562-2020) or use the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339 for TTY/ASCII to learn more or for assistance.
People can apply for 2020 Census work if they are at least 18 years old, a U. S. Citizen, and if they have a valid Social Security number and email address. Males born after Dec. 31, 1959, must also be registered with the Selective Service System or have a qualifying exemption. As part of the application process, applicants will be asked questions related to their education, work, and other experiences.
Potential employees must pass a criminal background check and review of criminal records (including fingerprinting). Once these steps are completed, potential employees will receive information about paid training.
Employees should have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license, unless public transportation is readily available. Employees should also have access to an Internet-connected computer (to complete the training process).
Work schedules depend on individual positions. Generally, hours for field positions are flexible. Some positions require work during the day and other positions require evening and weekend work interviewing the public. In addition, supervisory positions require employees to be available for certain day, evening, and/or weekend shifts. The Census Bureau is committed to hiring Census Workers to work in their own communities.
Employees are paid weekly and can expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 10-14 days after their first day of work. Field employees will be reimbursed for authorized work expenses, mileage while conducting the 2020 Census work.
