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Margaret James

Summary

Accomplished professional with over four years of experience in data collection and assessment administration, notably with NASDA ,NAEP and the US Census Bureau. Excelled in managing large-scale projects, enhancing data entry efficiency, and leading teams with a focus on cultural sensitivity and computer proficiency. Demonstrated exceptional planning, communication ,coordination, and supervisory skills, ensuring project success and regulatory compliance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Enumerator 2 Yrs Assistant Supervisor 1 Yr

NASDA
04.2022 - Current
  • Managed time effectively while working independently, prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines consistently.
  • Increased efficiency in data entry by accurately inputting collected information into CAPI
  • Traveled to farms in assigned communities and requested interviews, and research plots clearly explaining process and purpose.
  • Accepted Assistant Supervisor position , hired and trained three new enumerators.

Assessment Administrator

NAEP Westat
01.2022 - Current
  • Traveled to North and South Dakota Public Schools in Jan Feb March to administer the National Assessment of Educational Progress
  • Coordinated logistics for large-scale computerized and standardized tests, ensuring smooth operation and minimal disruptions to the learning environment.
  • Communicated professionally in written and verbal forms with team members, clients and staff.
  • Supported the development of a positive testing environment by addressing individual needs and minimizing distractions during assessments.
  • Monitored testing sights and regulation adherence.

Enumerator

US Census Bureau
04.1990 - Current
  • Every ten years I manage time effectively while working independently, prioritizing tasks to meet Census goals.
  • Increased efficiency in data entry by accurately inputting collected information into an I phone CAPISystem. .
  • Traveled door-to-door in assigned communities and requested participation in census interview, clearly explaining process and purpose.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed surveys, contact information, and other relevant data as required by the project scope.
  • Resolved any discrepancies in collected data by cross-referencing records and following up with respondents when needed.
  • Planned efficient visitation routes by studying maps of assigned areas.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by actively participating in group meetings and discussions related to enumeration strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Horticulture

NCSU
Raleigh, NC

Master of Arts - Extension Education

NCSU
Raleigh
05.2002

Skills

  • Fieldwork experience
  • Planning and coordination
  • Supervisory skills
  • Interview techniques
  • Statistical software
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Information Protection
  • GPS expert
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Unbiased Interviewing
  • Phone and Email Etiquette
  • Relationship Management
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Applicant interviewing

Additional Information

I am also a "retired"agronomy educator from SDSU Extension Service and spent 12 years with Wells Fargo RCIS as a crop adjuster serving nine states. I grew up in a SD veterinary clinic and have had the pleasure of visiting thousands of farms in my life. I am excited to lead my new team til January and would love to assume a manager, coach or trainer role within the new strategic plan. While I enjoy being an enumerator and especially an Assistant Supervisor, these new positions are more in line with the education, experience and skills I have to serve the farming community and NASDA.

Timeline

Enumerator 2 Yrs Assistant Supervisor 1 Yr

NASDA
04.2022 - Current

Assessment Administrator

NAEP Westat
01.2022 - Current

Enumerator

US Census Bureau
04.1990 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Horticulture

NCSU

Master of Arts - Extension Education

NCSU
Margaret James