Information Researcher

Job Description

Information Researcher

Government

$19.25 per hour

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm

Columbus, Ohio (onsite)

90-Day Contract with Potential to Extend

Why You’ll Love This Job:

Opportunity to use your research and sleuthing skills

Learn how to use skip tracing technology

Potential to extend for 3 more 90-day periods, and could move to other projects

Breakroom includes a kitchen, refrigerator, toaster oven, TV, and a Keurig (bring your own K-Cups)

What You’ll Do:

Use your research skills to find contact information and to locate individuals using various online databases, social media, and public records

During the government shutdown, process mailed information manually: sort letters by location, box and ship them, and track shipments using Excel (including updating tracking numbers)

Collaborate with other investigators to share leads and improve outcomes

Maintain accurate records of all investigative activities in compliance with legal and privacy standards

Follow all ethical and legal guidelines

Help improve skip tracing strategies for better efficiency

What We’re Looking For:

Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, secure setting

Must work in a secure room with strict device policies (no phones or AirPods at desks; emergency contact procedures in place)

Skilled in online research using various search engines and databases

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint)

High ethical standards and discretion with sensitive data

Capable of obtaining a Public Trust Clearance

Experienced in skip tracing and familiar with related tools and techniques

Knowledge of the collections industry is a plus

Able to work independently and collaboratively with initiative and adaptability

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