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Census Bureau now accepting applications for Central Alabama staffers

The United States Census Bureau is currently recruiting Alabama residents to assist with the 2020 Census count.

The bureau plans to hire 14,000 Central Alabama staffers by June 2019.

The job title is “enumerator” with responsibilities that include visiting addresses to encourage submission of the census form. Prospective employees will interview residents in assigned areas by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws, as well as update and validate area lists and maps.

Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, have a valid Social Security number and email address, as well as access to Internet and reliable transportation.

Hiring is set to begin in June with the work beginning in August. Wages for the Jefferson County region are $18 an hour.

Submit your application online today at 2020census.gov/jobs.