Field Data Collector - SCF

Who We Are  NORC at the University of Chicago (NORC) is an objective, nonpartisan research organization that    delivers insights and analysis decision-makers trust.  What We Do

NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to conduct survey research that informs critical decisions facing society. 

• NORC Field Data Collectors, internally known as field interviewers, play a significant role in collecting the data that drives our research. 

The Ideal Candidate for Field Data Collector

Buscamos entrevistadores bilingues para una encuesta en la comunidad Latino/a/e. Ayude que la comunidad Latino/a/e sea representada.

**This position requires an individual who is Spanish-language proficient at a conversational level.**

• Ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish and English.
• Available to work a flexible, part-time schedule. Our most successful interviewers typically dedicate 4-6 hours a day to working on their assignments.
• Self-starter who can manage, organize, and commit to their own work schedule.
• Enjoys meeting new people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
• Has field interviewing, sales, hospitality, marketing, financial, real estate, tax preparation, teaching, or customer service experience.

Requirements For Employment:

• Ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish and English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED Preferred.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule of 15 – 25 hours per week.
• Must be comfortable contacting people in-person at their homes, often without notice. Flexible availability to work a mix of weekdays, and evenings/weekends often to reach people who are not home during the work week.
• Must reside within 100 miles of the location displayed in this job posting.
• Must be able to use a NORC-provided tablet and applications for tasks such as sending emails and capturing notes about work completed.
• Must attend all virtual and in-person training sessions.
• Have ability to travel for 3 day in-person training sessions located in Greater Chicago, NYC, or Los Angeles area.
• All employees hired for this position must present evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States (I-9 documentation).
• Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary And Benefits:

This position is classified as intermittent. The pay range for this position will be $19.00 – $28.41 per hour with additional bilingual bonus pay of $1.00 for each hour worked after certification is completed; base pay is based on experience and geographic location. 

• Field Interviewers working on the 2025 SCF project are eligible to earn an additional $50 - $100 biweekly, if required training and performance standards are met and maintained.
• NORC will contribute to an individually owned, fully vested retirement account with TIAA at a rate of $4.93 for each hour worked, and contributions will be made on a quarterly basis.
• The pay range for field interviewers in New York is $19.00- $31.42 per hour. The starting rate for field interviewers in New York is $19.00 per hour. 
• Intermittent staff are eligible to make pre-tax or post-tax contributions as part of NORC’s Supplemental Retirement Plan.
• NORC will provide compensation for: training hours, mileage reimbursement, and other approved expenses.
• Corporate Discounts.
• Free counseling and referrals through NORC's Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligible for paid sick leave.
• Eligible for holiday pay.
• Paid orientation and training.
• Possibility for advancement into full-time management roles.
• Opportunity for annual raises and/or performance bonuses for those who meet performance goals.

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