Data Collection Specialist

Remote

Temporary

Entry Level

Data Collection Specialist
Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. (RDN) is looking for Data Collection Specialists to join our team! This temporary, full-time position will start on 11 March 2025 and end on 13 August 2025. The work may be performed remotely or on site at our office in sunny Santa Barbara, CA. You will be able to build research skills and work experience working on a U.S. Department of Defense housing program that impacts the lives of over one million service members and their families. The responsibilities of a Data Collection Specialist include:

Contacting property managers to collect and validate key information about their rental units
Conducting internet research to find new data to add to our database
Evaluating rental units to ensure they meet program criteria
Entering eligible data into a shared database for review by RDN management and program stakeholders
Working with a team of other Data Collection Specialists to complete project goals

Preference will be given to applicants who can work a regular, full-time schedule, i.e., Monday through Friday, 7am Pacific Time start, 8-hour workday (with flexible lunchtime). This position is non-exempt.

Who we are:
Located in sunny Santa Barbara, California, RDN is an economic consulting firm with a track record of excellence spanning more than 40 years. Our multilingual, interdisciplinary staff members have training and expertise in economics, quantitative analysis, applied social research, and public policy. We focus on regional and resource economics, with particular expertise in housing economics and water rate studies. Our approach adheres to three principles: outstanding customer service, accurate and forward-thinking solutions, and continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on fostering a casual office environment with flexible hours and abundant professional development opportunities.

Compensation:
Data Collection Specialists will earn a minimum of $20.00 and a maximum of $21.00 per hour plus a completion bonus of up to $500 if they work on the project through the end of the data collection period (13 August 2025). Opportunities for extended or regular employment may be available at management’s discretion. Data Collection Specialists who work remotely also receive a $20 biweekly ($40 per month) allowance to offset the cost of personal workspace equipment.

What’s required:

Bachelor’s degree (current students okay) or 2+ years of relevant experience
U.S. Citizenship and ability to pass a background check
Excellent internet research, data entry, and verbal communication skills
Excellent phone etiquette
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
California or Wisconsin Residency
Secure, distraction-free workspace with computer, webcam, and reliable high-speed internet
Note: Onsite employees (Santa Barbara, CA) will be provided with all necessary equipment

For more info on RDN, visit us at www.rdniehaus.com. RDN is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, go to: https://rdniehaus.applytojob.com/apply.

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Data Collection Specialist

For more info on RDN, visit us at www.rdniehaus.com. RDN is an equal opportunity employer.To apply, go to: https://rdniehaus.applytojob.com/apply.

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For more info on RDN, visit us at www.rdniehaus.com. RDN is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, go to: https://rdniehaus.applytojob.com/apply.