Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Temporary Data Collection Assistant position is a remote position. The position requires approximately 10 hours of work per week and will report to the Principal Investigator of the Resource Reallocation Lab. The data collection assistant will sort through local government budgets and input appropriate numbers in spreadsheets, as well as provide support to the overall development of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Attend weekly meetings.

• Familiarizing self with local government budgets and financial audits.

• Familiarizing and helping building out internal templates for collecting data from local government websites.

• Inputting data into spreadsheets in usable format.

• Provides additional lab support as needed.

Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Excel.

• Strong work ethic.

• Sounds judgment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Willingness to ask questions.

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required.

• Master's Degree preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year of work experience required.

Required Documents:

• Resume

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