Statistical survey interviewer (visit survey)
とうけいちょうさいいん（ほうもんちょうさ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Field Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Investigators
Summary
A job that involves visiting households or businesses selected through sampling, conducting interviews using questionnaires, and collecting accurate statistical data.
Description
Statistical survey interviewers (visit survey) are responsible for directly visiting households or businesses selected as samples in official statistical surveys such as national censuses or social surveys conducted by government, local governments, or research institutions, and conducting interviews according to questionnaires. They accurately collect responses to avoid errors in questionnaire entries or omissions, connecting to subsequent data entry and tabulation tasks. They need to communicate smoothly with diverse people at visit sites, and the work is centered on fieldwork and travel.
Future Outlook
Although the emphasis on visit surveys is being reviewed due to the spread of big data and online surveys, a certain level of demand is expected to continue due to the need for detailed data collection that reflects regional characteristics.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Excellent observation skills / Honest / Sociable / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Statistical survey interviewer (office survey) → Survey supervisor → Statistical analyst → Public servant (statistics department) → Researcher
Required Skills
Data aggregation / Interview techniques / PC/tablet operation / Questionnaire entry confirmation
Recommended Skills
Multilingual support / Standard driver's license / Statistical analysis software operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond flexibly to the situations of visit sites or respondents. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because entry errors or recording omissions directly affect statistical accuracy. |
| Communication Skills | To smoothly conduct interviews at visit sites and build trust relationships. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because endurance is required for long hours of travel and repeated visits. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Implemented routinely according to questionnaires. |
Aliases
- Field surveyor
- Visiting statistical survey interviewer
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