Data Specialist I - Entry Level
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Job Summary:
Verisk is a leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry, and they are seeking a Data Collections Specialist I. The role involves collecting and analyzing building permit data while maintaining relationships with building departments across the U.S.
Responsibilities:
• Collect building permit data: Contact building departments across the U.S. to obtain electronic copies of building permit data. Hone requests to be as concise as possible to facilitate a quick turnaround. Responsible for developing long-term relationships that allow data to be obtained in a reliable, cost-effective manner.
• Analyze building permit data: Conduct a preliminary audit of data to ensure that it meets specific quality requirements (electronic data covers the maximum number of years, includes all available fields and is in an optimal format). Address identified problems proactively.
• Practice exceptional organizational techniques: Record every pertinent piece of information using customer relationship management software. This includes details about email and phone interactions, as well as keeping track of contact information.
• Strategize about tactics: Brainstorm with coworkers to find solutions to overcome obstacles. Flexes their research and critical thinking muscles to find creative new approaches to get the job done.
• Continually improve: Identify steps in the process that could be improved. Share ideas with team members and management in a continuous effort to optimize our performance.
• Adept with technology: Able to successfully navigate office tools like our internal CRM (Honey), E-mail, Word, Excel; good internet searching and research skills; knowledgeable about various file formats.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Driven, detail-oriented professional with a passion for data collection and analysis
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to build lasting relationships
• Interacts with building departments in a professional manner
• Relentless in collecting building permit data
• Resourceful negotiator who can overcome objections
• Self-motivated and shows initiative
• Takes ownership of each jurisdiction for data collection
• Talented multi-tasker who can manage multiple collection efforts
• Maintains a positive attitude despite challenges
• Collects building permit data by contacting building departments across the U.S.
• Analyzes building permit data to ensure quality requirements are met
• Practices exceptional organizational techniques using CRM software
• Strategizes about tactics and finds creative solutions
• Continuously improves processes and shares ideas with team members
• Adept with technology, including CRM, E-mail, Word, Excel, and internet research skills
Preferred:
• 4 years of a college degree or similar preferred
• Ability to work as a full-time (40 hrs) employee
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule – 3 days WFH, 2 days in our Asheville, NC office
Company:
Verisk Analytics enables risk-bearing businesses for better understand and manage their risks. Founded in 1971, the company is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Public Company.
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