Washington, D.C. - In preparation for the 2010 Decennial Census, the U.S. Census Bureau is filling hundreds of thousands of positions for good-paying, temporary, part-time positions in local communities across the nation.

The Census drives the apportionment process that helps determine the number of congressional districts in a state, and how federal investments in schools, roads, and other projects, are divided among different areas.

"Paying upwards of $16 an hour, these positions could be a good fit for anyone interested in working part-time, those between jobs, or people interested in helping their local community." Rep. David Price said. "Accurate population numbers are vitally important because they help ensure that constituents get their fair share in the form of federal investments and services."

Constituents should call their local census office to inquire about open positions. Contact information for Census Bureau offices in Fourth Congressional District communities is below. Outside of the Fourth Congressional District, North Carolinians can call 1-866-861-2010 to find their local Census Bureau Office.

Durham, NC Census Bureau Office

West Main Street

Durham, NC 27702

Phone: 919-328-1340

Census takers start at: $16.25/hour

Raleigh, NC Census Bureau Office

Atlantic Avenue

Raleigh, NC 27604

Phone: 919-866-3720

Census takers start at: $16.25/hour

Interested applicants can click here for a list of Frequently Asked Question about Census Jobs, or visit the Census Bureau's website at www.census.gov.

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