Researcher I

NV5, Inc.; Norman (OK); Remote; USD 31,200 - 34,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Free Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid holidays and paid vacation time

401(k)

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Oklahoma is seeking a Zoning Researcher to request and retrieve property documents from municipalities nationwide. The ideal candidate will be organized, customer service-oriented, and proficient in English. A High School Diploma is required along with office experience. This role offers a starting salary of $31,200, an increase to $34,320 after 6 months, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid holidays, and the ability to work from home.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with reasonable spelling/grammar.
• Two years of office/clerical experience preferred.
• Comfortable making phone calls to officials.

Responsibilities

• Request and retrieve property documents from municipalities.
• Maintain client status logs and project database.
• Keep files organized and track municipality contacts.

Skills

Proficient in oral and written English language

Customer service-oriented

Organized and efficient with prioritization and multi-tasking abilities

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work independently and in a team setting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

NV5/Bock & Clark is the industry-leading provider of due diligence services (Zoning, Land Surveying, and Environmental) for commercial real estate properties across the country. Our clients have trusted us to provide superior customer service for over 40 years.

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Responsibilities

As a Zoning Researcher, you will:

• Request and retrieve applicable property documents from various municipalities across the nation via phone calls, internet, etc.
• Maintain client status logs and work with project database
• Keep files organized and track municipality contact information
• General, related duties as assigned

You should consider applying if:

• You are organized and enjoy research and problem solving
• You are customer service-oriented
• You are punctual and dependable

Qualifications

• Proficient in oral and written English language, reasonable spelling/grammar
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Comfortable with inbound/outbound phone calls (pick up the phone and talk to a local government official in any US or Canadian municipality)
• Aptitude to understand policies/procedures/protocols relating to business and to willingness to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and perform in a team setting
• Ability to be organized and efficient with prioritization and multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to pass a background check & drug screening prior to employment
• Completion of High School Diploma/GED
• Two years office/clerical experience and stable work history preferred
• Must have access to appropriate childcare for any young children
• Must have high-speed internet connection in order to work from home (computer equipment is provided)
• Willingness to work your full scheduled shift every weekday, aside from illness, emergencies and scheduled absences

Industry experience not required; we have a specialized, ground-up training program. Environment is supportive, communicative and team-oriented.

Assumes successful completion of training and continued employment with NV5 Zoning

Compensation: Starting compensation of $31,200 annually with increase to $34,320 after 6 months.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance-low cost to employee
• Free Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays and paid vacation time
• Ability to work from home
• 401(k)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Opportunity for advancement

After 6 months' employment, your initial training will be completed, and further changes are dependent upon job duties, performance and length of service. Assumes successful completion of training and continued employment with NV5 Zoning

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.