Data Associate
Company:TRF PolicyMap
Location:Philadelphia, PA
PolicyMap is a national online data and mapping tool that enables government, commercial, non-profit and academic institutions to access data about communities and markets across the US. It is used for research, market studies, business planning, site selection, grant applications and impact analysis. What began as solely a mapping tool has grown into a platform from which our clients can also leverage our spatial data in diverse ways—through maps on their websites, proprietary site licenses, or through our data API.
PolicyMap is a service of The Reinvestment Fund (TRF), a national leader in rebuilding America's distressed towns and cities, through the innovative use of capital and information. A Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), TRF finances a variety of projects and activities including food access, health care, education and housing, to build healthy communities in under-invested places.
We are seeking a Data Associate to work with our Data and Product Development team. The team has a collaborative approach to work that emphasizes independence and work ownership. The 5-person team is agile, creative, and uses the best tools and approaches at hand for each task.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• Collaborate with our Data and Product Development team to evaluate the quality and usefulness of prospective datasets
• Assist in collection, processing, and documentation of datasets
• Work with the team to test new site features as well as data and report updates
• Contribute ideas and articles to the PolicyMap blog
• Collaborate with our Data and Product Development team to evaluate the quality and usefulness of prospective datasets
• Assist in collection, processing, and documentation of datasets
• Work with the team to test new site features as well as data and report updates
• Contribute ideas and articles to the PolicyMap blog
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Public Policy or other related field required
• Self-starter, who can work independently within a collaborative team environment
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated composition and writing skills
• Comfort with public administrative data and quantitative analysis
• Familiarity with current public policy issues and community development concerns
• Experience with databases (Microsoft Access, SQL); Python, R and ArcGIS a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Public Policy or other related field required
• Self-starter, who can work independently within a collaborative team environment
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated composition and writing skills
• Comfort with public administrative data and quantitative analysis
• Familiarity with current public policy issues and community development concerns
• Experience with databases (Microsoft Access, SQL); Python, R and ArcGIS a plus
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
TRF offers a competitive salary based on experience and skills, as well as an excellent benefits package including employer-paid health, disability and life insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent care, and transportation), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and EAP program.
TO APPLY: Please email, mail, or fax resume with cover letter, salary requirement, and writing sample to:
Human Resources
The Reinvestment Fund
1700 Market Street, 19th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
hr@trfund.com
215-574-5900 (fax)
Human Resources
The Reinvestment Fund
1700 Market Street, 19th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
hr@trfund.com
215-574-5900 (fax)
The Reinvestment Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TRF does not discriminate in hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, non-job related disability, or status as a veteran. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.