LAKE COUNTY – Approximately one million US Census takers nationwide will be hired this spring to complete the Census Bureau's constitutionally mandated headcount.

Data gathered during the census is essential to determining how federal monies are spent on things that matter most to you: Health care, education, jobs, home ownership, community safety, community services, aid for children and seniors and more.

Most fieldwork positions last a few weeks or more and pay $11.50 per hour. Mileage is reimbursed at government rates.

Everyone hired by the Census Bureau must take a 30-minute basic skills exam. These test sessions are being scheduled now throughout the county. To apply call 1-866-861-2010.

The U.S. Census Bureau is an equal opportunity employer. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.