Park Research Associate

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Whether youre bringing the worlds premier movie and TV scenes to life at Universal Studios, living the excitement of legendary heroes at Islands of Adventure, or exploring the thrills and relaxation in the lush tropical paradise of Volcano Bay; we want to do it with YOU!

JOB SUMMARY: Conducts interviews with consumers and guests on a wide variety of topics according to specific instructions. Responsible for recruiting respondents (mostly on resort property) and for overseeing the completion of paper and computer-based surveys. Will also participate in other data collection-related activities, such as light data entry.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts interviews with consumers and/or park guests of all ages according to specific instructions primarily onsite but sometimes off-site.
• Gives directions and ask questions as written; records answers as directed; provide unbiased clarification of questions as written and initiated by respondents.
• Selects and screens survey respondents, adhering to screening standards and provided methodology.
• Distributes, monitors the completion of, and collects self-administered paper and kiosk surveys.
• Inputs, pages and records data from paper-based surveys.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: High school degree or GED required.

EXPERIENCE: No direct experience necessary. Prior research interviewing experience or guest services experience would be a plus (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Must be comfortable speaking with guests on an ongoing basis.
• Must be capable of understanding the goal and purpose of research.
• Must be able to read and interpret survey questionnaires, methodologies, and procedure manuals.
• Must have good reading and diction skills with cultural literacy.
• Must have basic computer literacy and data entry accuracy.
• Must have ability to effectively interact with guests.
• Must have legible handwriting.
• Must be able to present information to customers in one-on-one and small group situations.

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