Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job Description:

Veloz IT Solutions is an SBA-certified HUBZone small business supporting the federal government by delivering high quality, scalable, and secure IT solutions to federal agencies. The Corporate Research Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our projects by conducting in-depth research, maintaining databases, and providing administrative support. Candidates must reside in an SBA HUBZone designated area.

To verify if your residential address qualifies as a HUBZone (Historically Underutilized Business Zone), enter your address on the U.S. Small Business Administration HUBZone Map https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map. This is primarily a remote-based, part-time, 40-hour-per-month (about 10 hours per week) position that will allow for flexible work hours. However, some of the work will occur during business hours, such as weekly meetings and email communications related to the work performed. This position requires excellent research and analytical skills, as well as a strong ability to organize information and maintain accurate records.

Only local candidates in the DMV area are eligible for this role. Candidates must reside in an SBA HUBZone designated area.

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive data searches on the internet, government/municipal sites, and within databases to identify potential opportunities.

Lead Tracking: Maintain a pipeline of potential leads, tracking their progress and status.

Administrative Support: Organize files online, create repositories, and gather data on SharePoint sites.

Database Management: Maintain and expand a database of prospective clients, including government agencies and teaming partners.

Information Gathering: Gather information on upcoming industry and organization events.

Project Support: Assist project leaders with a variety of administrative tasks, such as recording meeting minutes and preparing presentations.

Documentation Reviews: Conduct thorough reviews of existing documentation, using track changes in MS Word to suggest improvements and track changes.

What is Required (Qualifications):

HUBZone residency is a must, which is an address certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration as a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). To check, please enter your current address on https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map Proof of HUBZone residency (e.g. yearly lease, driver's license, voter's registration card, or utility bill) is required. You must have lived in this area for the past 180 days or more.

Must have U.S. Citizenship

Ability to work remotely 10 hours per week (Flexible work schedule).

Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and comfortable with technology.

Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or Marketing.

Strong research and analytical skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Self-motivated and a professional attitude.

Social media skills are a plus.

Experience: No minimum work experience required. Exposure to Information Technology field or Business Development preferred.

What skills Veloz will teach you:

Knowledge of business development and capture methods and practices.

Knowledge of techniques used in conducting research and analyses of business development and capture operations.

Knowledge of SAM.gov and GovWin and ability to review solicitations (RFP, RFI, RFQ, etc) documentation.

Compensation: $20 per hour / 10 hours per week. (Part-Time, 40-hour-per-month)

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship

Must live in a designated HUBZone for the past 180 days or more. See SBA HUBZone Map.

Only local candidates in the DMV area are eligible for this role.

This is a remote position.