Census pay increased

VERMONT- With less than three months until the 2020 Census begins, the US Census Bureau announced it will increase the hourly pay rate for census takers in Vermont from $17.50 to $20 an hour.  The pay increase was effective January 6.  
The Census positions are a great way for holiday seasonal workers, students, retirees, and workers in the gig economy to line up spring and summer employment opportunities.
To apply residents must have the following qualifications:     Be at least 18 years old; have a valid Social Security number; be a US citizen; have a valid email address; and be registered with the Selective Service System or have a qualifying exemption if a male born after December 31, 1959.
The 2020 Census Jobs website allows applicants to apply for a range of positions, including census takers, recruiting assistants, office operations supervisors, clerks, census field supervisors, and other positions by completing a single application online. Census jobs offer flexible work hours, including daytime, evenings, and weekends, paid training, and travel reimbursement.
Applicants will be placed in an applicant pool for 2020 Census positions which they qualify for as jobs become available in their area. Applications will remain active and updateable throughout the 2020 Census recruiting and hiring period.
For more information or to apply visit 2020census.gov/jobs or call (855) JOB-2020 and select option three.  Applicants may also contact the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.