Field Representative- Tulsa

VNU is a global information and media company with leading positions in marketing and media information, business publications, and trade shows. Its widely respected brands include ACNielsen, Nielsen Media Research, Billboard, Adweek, and The Hollywood Reporter, among many others.Nielsen Media Research is the pioneer and industry leader in television audience measurement and advertising information services worldwide for more than half a century. We are headquartered in New York, with offices throughout the United States. At Nielsen Media Research, our reputation for integrity, innovation and commitment to professional development attracts the industry's top talent. Rated as one of the most diverse (Top 50 Companies for Diversity, Diversity Inc, 2005) and best places to work (Top 100 IT firms, ComputerWorld, 2004-2006; Best Computer Jobs in America, 2002), Nielsen Media Research is proud of our career opportunities and the many programs we offer that help foster career development. We have over 6000 employees throughout the US and offer a quality of life and comfortable work environment.New technologies are altering the television landscape. High Definition Television, Digital Video Recorders, Personal Computers, and the ability to
stream video over the internet are converging. Nielsen Media Research, the leader in the TV ratings industry for over 50 years, works hand in hand with
these new technologies to develop audience measurement tools.Put your technology interests and communication savvy to work in a diverse position that lets you work with high-tech consumer electronics equipment, as
well as talk with real people... all on a non-traditional work schedule! Our Field Reps install, maintain, and troubleshoot proprietary hardware and software devices used to collect television-viewing data. Managing a geographic assignment of numerous Nielsen households, our Field Reps provide stellar customer service to ensure a positive experience for our Nielsen Families.
Position requires bending and lifting television sets.This unique position with Nielsen Media Research offers the following: Work from home
Non-traditional schedule including some nights and weekends
Company car
Comprehensive benefits package effective the first day of employment
Laptop computer and printer
10 weeks paid training program near Tampa, Florida - temporary lodging
and transportation provided
Compensation package with a base salary of $28,300 / year, paid
overtime, plus incentives / bonuses bringing the annual salary potential into the mid to high 30s
Bilingual candidates who qualify are eligible for a language
differentialQualifications
REQUIRED:
Software systems aptitude and networking knowledge
Computer skills including Windows based PC proficiency
Self-motivated
Excellent organizational / time management skills
Experience working with minimal supervision
Superior customer service skills
High School diploma required.
Valid driver's license required.DESIRED:
Ability and willingness to travel preferred.
Bilingual skills (English / Spanish) a plus
Bachelors degree in any discipline preferred. Technical diploma,
Certificate of Completion, Associates degree or military experience is a plus.
High School diploma required.DUE TO THE URGENT NEED TO FILL THIS POSITION AND THE OVERWHELMING RESPONSE TO INTERNET POSTINGS, ONLY CANDIDATES WITH RELEVANT TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION, AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE U.S. AND CURRENTLY RESIDING IN THE TULSA
AREA WILL BE CONSIDERED.We strongly encourage the referral of women and minorities for all open positions. EOE/M/F/D/VNielsen Media Research is a subsidiary of VNU, Inc. which also includes BPI Communications, Inc., Bill Communications, Inc., SRDS and VNU Marketing Information, Inc. VNU, Inc., is a division of Netherlands-based VNU one of the
world's leading publishing and information companies.
VNU promotes and enforces an active policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. For more information on our brands, please visit www.vnu.com.
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