Census Jobs Available in Sevier, Counties Across Tennessee

The U.S. Census Bureau is looking to fill Census jobs in Sevier County, including Census takers who will visit households that don’t respond to the Census and interview those residents to collect Census data. The agency plans to hire up to 500,000 temporary, part-time census takers for the 2020 Census in communities across the country to reach its goal of more than 2 million applicants.

The Interactive Map: 2020 Census Recruiting Goals by County in All States shows the agency has only reached 40% of its recruitment goal in Sevier County.

Hours for a Census taker (enumerator) are flexible. They receive assignments based on when they indicate they’re available. Census takers should expect to work part time, often during the evening and on weekends when residents are at home. Applicants must have reliable transportation and will be reimbursed 58 cents per mile for mileage driven on their personal vehicles.

Pay rates vary by position and area. The current pay rate listed for a Census taker working in Sevier County is $13.50/hour. Wages listed for Census takers working in surrounding counties are: $13.50 in Cocke County, $19.50 in Knox County, $18.50 in Blount County, and $16.50 in Jefferson County.

“Whether you’re looking to earn some extra cash, pay down your student debt, or offset holiday season spending, our part-time positions are a great way to do that,” said Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham. “What better way to earn some extra money and help shape the future of your community for the next 10 years than with the 2020 Census?”

Anyone age 18 and older, such as recent high school graduates, college students, veterans, retirees, military spouses, seasonal workers and people who are bilingual are highly encouraged to apply. People who already have jobs and want to earn extra income evenings and weekends are also encouraged to apply. Paid training will occur in March and April. After paid training, most positions work between May and early July.

To be eligible for most 2020 Census jobs, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a valid Social Security number
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Have a valid email address
• Complete an application and answer assessment questions. (Some application questions are available in Spanish. However, an English proficiency test may also be required.)
• Be able to speak, read, and write in English, if applying in the 50 states or Washington, D.C. (Bilingual applicants are needed and are encouraged to apply.)
• Be registered with the Selective Service System or have a qualifying exemption, if you are a male born after December 31, 1959
• Undergo fingerprinting and pass a criminal background check and a review of criminal records performed by the Census Bureau
• Commit to completing training
• Be available to work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and weekends

Most jobs require employees to:

• Have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle, unless public transportation is readily available
• Have access to a computer with internet and an email account (to complete training)

Apply online for a 2020 Census jobs

The U.S. Constitution mandates that a census of the population be conducted every 10 years. Census statistics are used to determine the number of seats each state holds in the U.S. House of Representatives and inform how state, local and federal lawmakers will allocate billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities every year for the next 10 years.

For more information about the 2020 Census, visit the Census Bureau website.