Point in Time Count Surveyor

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Conduct a 10-minute survey of people experiencing homelessness by meeting them where they are staying outdoors or in vehicles on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Teams of 2 - 3 people will go out together. Those conducting the surveys need to be comfortable interviewing a wide variety of people in various living conditions. At least one person per team needs to be able to drive while the others may ride in a vehicle. A smartphone with strong cellular connectivity is needed to conduct the survey online in the field. Volunteers also need to be able to speak English and read maps. Each volunteer will need to complete a 1-hour online training provided by the Metro Denver Homeless Initiative in the two weeks prior to the PIT date.

QUALIFICATIONS: Able to use a smartphone, walk on uneven terrain, stand for periods of time, sit in vehicle and/or drive a vehicle

ENVIRONMENT: One team on the morning of Tuesday, Jan. 28 will be in vehicles only in an attempt to count as many people staying in vehicles as possible. All others will be in vehicles to get to sites where they may need to walk on uneven terrain in muddy and/or icy conditions. The PIT will occur regardless of weather.

SKILLS: Willing to speak with people in a wide variety of living conditions. Successfully use a web-based survey on a smartphone. Be able to read maps. Have a valid Colorado driver’s license. Speak and read English, although Spanish may be helpful.