JOB REPORT / 19-3022 · 16 TASKS

Survey Researchers.

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Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection…
Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample…
Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers

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16 of 16 tasks reviewed

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Task by task, from the work Survey Researchers actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
AI DOES
Drafts documentation sections, formats technical language, and summarizes methods into clear reports
YOU DO
Own the methodological choices, verify accuracy of decisions, and ensure documentation reflects what actually happened
TASK 02
Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample disposition reports and response rate calculations.
AI DOES
Calculates response rates, flags low-performing samples, and summarizes progress reports automatically
YOU DO
Judge why response rates are dropping and decide how to fix the survey strategy
TASK 03
Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers.
AI DOES
Drafts sections, suggests structure, and checks clarity of interviewer instructions
YOU DO
Verify procedures match your survey design and real-world interviewer needs
TASK 04
Write proposals to win new projects.
AI DOES
Drafts proposal sections, suggests survey methodology language, and formats boilerplate text
YOU DO
Bring in client relationship context and tailor the pitch to what actually wins the work
TASK 05
Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.
AI DOES
Drafts survey plans, timelines, and question templates quickly
YOU DO
Manage vendor relationships, team decisions, and unexpected field problems
TASK 06
Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
AI DOES
Drafts survey questions, summarizes literature, and analyzes response patterns
YOU DO
Judge which methods fit the people and context, then build trust with respondents
TASK 07
Direct updates and changes in survey implementation and methods.
AI DOES
Drafts suggested updates, checks for question bias, and summarizes method options
YOU DO
Weigh research goals, stakeholder needs, and real-world constraints before deciding
TASK 08
Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
AI DOES
Suggests discovery questions, summarizes client notes, and drafts requirement documents
YOU DO
Listen carefully to what clients really need and build the relationship
TASK 09
Collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys.
AI DOES
Drafts survey plans, summarizes team input, and flags design issues
YOU DO
Build trust with colleagues and make judgment calls together
TASK 10
Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data.
AI DOES
Summarizes staff performance metrics, flags data quality problems, and drafts feedback reports
YOU DO
Coach interviewers directly and make judgment calls about people and team dynamics
TASK 11SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.
AI DOES
Sorts responses and flags data quality issues
YOU DO
Decide what patterns actually mean
About this analysis
57% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 12SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
AI DOES
Creates charts, tables, and initial data summaries
YOU DO
Choose the story and frame insights
About this analysis
49% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 13
Hire and train recruiters and data collectors.
AI DOES
Drafts job postings, screens resumes, and helps build training materials
YOU DO
Meet candidates, read people, and coach new hires in person
TASK 14SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
AI DOES
Generates survey templates and suggests question formats
YOU DO
Choose what to measure and why
About this analysis
37% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 15SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.
AI DOES
Runs statistical tests and creates initial visualizations
YOU DO
Choose the right methods and interpret meaning
About this analysis
36% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 16SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.
AI DOES
Finds sources and summarizes key findings
YOU DO
Choose the right questions to ask
About this analysis
24% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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AT A GLANCE

Occupation: Survey Researchers
SOC code: 19-3022
Tasks reviewed: 16 of 16

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PAY & OUTLOOK

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Median pay (national): $69,460 · BLS OEWS 2025
Median pay (Colorado): $89,870 · BLS OEWS 2025
Employed (national): 8,290
Employed in Colorado: 110
Job outlook: −5.2% by 2034 · ~700 openings/yr

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Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.

Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample disposition reports and response rate calculations.

Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers.

Write proposals to win new projects.

Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.

Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.

Direct updates and changes in survey implementation and methods.

Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.

Collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys.

Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data.

Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.

Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.

Hire and train recruiters and data collectors.

Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.

Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.

Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.

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