Background investigator Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Mercor is seeking expert evaluators to support a high-impact evaluation workflow in partnership with a leading AI research lab.

This project focuses on the Government / Public Policy domain , where you will assess agent-generated research reports related to census data, economic indicators, voting statistics, budget allocations, and policy impact metrics. * * * ## Who We're Hiring We are looking for evaluators with a background in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, Data Analysis, or related fields. This role is ideal for professionals who have : - 2–3 years of professional experience in public policy analysis, government research, economic analysis, or related roles - Experience working with census datasets, demographic reports, or population statistics - Familiarity with economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, employment data, and fiscal trends - Experience in analysing voting statistics, electoral data, or public opinion research - Hands-on exposure to government budget allocations, public expenditure reports, or fiscal policy analysis - Experience interpreting policy impact metrics and outcome-based performance indicators - Experience sourcing and validating public datasets, statistical tables, and government reports from credible sources - Strong analytical skills and attention to detail - Excellent written communication skills - Comfort working independently and asynchronously Educational Background : - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, Statistics, or a related field * * * ## Key Responsibilities - Evaluate agent-generated research reports for accuracy, relevance, data integrity, and clarity - Assess insights derived from census data, economic indicators, and public finance reports - Verify statistical tables, budget figures, and policy metrics using reputable public and government sources - Identify inconsistencies in policy analysis, electoral data interpretation, and fiscal reporting - Work independently to complete evaluations within deadlines - Maintain consistency and precision across all assigned tasks * * * ## Role Details - Part-time (20–40 hours / week) with flexible scheduling - Competitive rates : $40–$60 / hour depending on expertise