Director, Detroit Revitalization Fellows - Wayne State University - Detroit, MI

Director, Detroit Revitalization FellowsWayne State University
Detroit, MI

Job Number: 1164933

Job DescriptionEssential Functions: JOB PURPOSEPlan, direct and oversee the personnel, financial and operational activities of the Detroit Revitalization Fellows (DRF), a program of Wayne State University's Office of Economic Development (OED). The DRF launched in 2011 as a partnership between WSU and key local and national funders to attract, develop and retain the best mid-career talent for the region's civic, community and economic development industries. The two year fellowship program, currently hosting its third cohort of Fellows through July 2017, is an interdisciplinary and inclusive leadership / talent intervention that equips mid-career professionals with the tools and thoughtful experiences necessary to increase their leadership capacities, regardless of their role(s) in an organization. DRF is developing a network of urban leaders to guide Detroit's future. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide direction to and supervise the activities of DRF staff. Hire, train, evaluate and discipline part time and full time support personnel. Ensure that all DRF program staff are being invested in and continually challenged professionally.Coordinate with the Assistant Vice President for Economic Development to monitor the financial condition of the program, and assist in the effort to secure funding for current and future cohorts and related activities. Manage relationships with the DRF Advisory Council and ensure that it is a representative body of leaders in the city of Detroit.Ensure the quality of coordination, activities and follow-up with each employer / host organization and members of DRF Advisory Council. Develop and implement a vision for future cohorts of the program, including Fellows' recruitment and selection, identification of placements, program funding, and program rollout and evaluation. Gather and report tracking and monitoring data, providing an assessment of the status of the program participants and the overall program impact. Lead DRF staff to work with the employer / host organizations to ensure that Fellows are well integrated and working on high-level, strategic projects.Provide oversight of the mentoring provided to Fellows both within the workplace and by area professionals. Oversee operational requirements for Fellows' training activities and monitor changes in roles and responsibilities of Fellows and make appropriate adjustments to training, coaching, and mentoring activities. Prepare reports on status, milestones and benchmark as well as activity and outcomes reports to OED leadership, the DRF Advisory Council and funding agencies. Maintain a strong public relations strategy for the program, including the design and implementation of strategic and tactical elements, and monitoring results. This includes social and traditional media and oversight for the maintenance of the DRF website. Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Relations, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Community & Economic Development or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required. A master's degree is preferred.

Experience: Experience in program and project management, and specifically in managing projects with multiple stakeholders is required. Experience managing a small team of staff is required. Experience managing or facilitating professional development activities is desired. A working knowledge of economic development (urban planning, housing and/or commercial real estate, project financing, business attraction and retention, etc.) in Detroit is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

COMMUNICATION: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of their organization and ours. Ability to adapt to a variety of evolving methods and styles of communication in the workplace. 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Ability to manage a variety of projects while ensuring appropriate tracking, quality control, follow-up and multiple deadlines are met.

FUNDRAISING: Some grant writing experience or familiarity with philanthropy is desired. Ability to build mutually beneficial relationships with local and national philanthropic organizations is required.

PROCESS ORIENTED: While interested in attaining goals, maintains a commitment to them as mile markers in a process of continual growth and improvement. 

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Ability to build cooperative, effective relationships, facilitate communication, and conduct meetings in a professional manner. 

SELF-STARTER: Must be able to work independently in a highly organized, detail-oriented, fast-paced environment.

TEAMWORK: Ability to build consensus, anticipate problems and difficult situations, and develop mutually agreed-upon strategies and/or solutions. 

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Extensive knowledge and experience using PC hardware and software programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite, the Adobe Creative Suite and the capability to learn to use Blackboard, Pipeline, Wayne Leads and other software specific to the University community. Experience in, familiarity or desire to learn effective strategies for the uses of social media in a professional environment. 

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. 

PLANNING/ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS: Prioritizes and plans work activities; adapts to changing conditions. Finds a way to achieve the stated goals.

BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE: Understands event scheduling and planning.INITIATIVE: Takes independent action. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISORY SKILLS: Adept in delegating work to all team members, setting clear direction and managing workflow. Ability to foster teamwork among staff members. Strong mentoring and coaching skills. Ability to train staff and develop subordinate's skills. Skilled in managing up to work strategically with supervisors to produce the best possible outcomes.

Contact:
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
United States
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Research Analyst - National Alliance to End Homelessness - Washington, DC

Research Analyst
National Alliance to End Homelessness
Washington, DC

The Homelessness Research Institute (HRI), the research and education arm of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, is seeking a highly motivated, creative, well-organized and self-confident Research Analyst. The person in this position will assist in fulfilling HRI's mission to end homelessness by building and disseminating actionable knowledge about solutions to homelessness.

Working under the direction of the Director of the Homelessness Research Institute, the Research Analyst's main responsibilities are to:

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data for inclusion in research reports and best practice profiles/case studies. This includes manipulation of large datasets, including Census and other federal data.
• In partnership with HRI staff, draft and edit research reports, policy briefs, best practice profiles, and other educational materials on homelessness, populations at-risk of homelessness, and affordable housing. The incumbent co-authored seminal HRI publications including The State of Homelessness in America.
• Review current and related research and policy literature to stay abreast of emerging studies, reports, and promising practices focused on homelessness.
• Work with HRI and Alliance staff to disseminate research and data to the media, the public, and a broader audience of opinion leaders using methods such as blog posts and email newsletters.
• Work with HRI, Alliance staff, public agencies and partner organizations to identify the practice and policy implications of research findings.
• Assist with the management of the Alliance's Research Council and collaborate with the Council to implement a national research agenda on homelessness.
• Maintain interactive maps, charts, and other policy tools for the Alliance website that communicate important concepts regarding homelessness and its solutions.
• Assist with Alliance conference preparation, including speaker identification and workshop planning.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Three to five years prior work experience.
• Master's degree, preferably in public policy, public administration, sociology, geography, urban planning, economics, or other social science field, or equivalent experience required.
• A strong interest in homelessness, housing, and poverty. Previous research experience in the areas of homelessness and housing issues a plus.
• Strong writing and analytical skills, including the ability to conceptualize paper outlines, to draw policy and practice implications from data and research, and to summarize technical research projects.
• Experience using statistical packages (e.g., SAS, SPSS) and Microsoft Excel to conduct quantitative analysis required.
• Experience analyzing large datasets, such as Census or other national data.
• Experience using software and online services, such as GIS (ArcView, MapInfo), Google Maps/Visualizer, or Tableau, to visualize data preferred. Interest in data visualization required.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to lead projects, work on multiple projects at once, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – this position requires communicating and collaborating with other staff people sometimes under stressful circumstances.
• Enthusiasm about working on the project of ending homelessness in the United States.

How to apply
To Apply: Send résumé, detailed cover letter, and two relevant writing samples to:
National Alliance to End Homelessness
jobs@naeh.org

Policy Analyst - The Hunt Institute - Durham, NC

Policy Analyst
The Hunt Institute
Durham, NC

The Hunt Institute’s mission is to secure America’s future through quality public education. Since its establishment in 2001, the organization has emerged as a recognized and credible leader in the movement to transform American public education and a go-to source for reliable, objective, and timely information. The Institute works at the intersection of policy and politics, supporting state and national officials and empowering them to drive education reform. Its mandate is to inspire and equip elected officials and senior policymakers to make informed decisions that improve the lives of all children. The Institute’s primary audience is governors, legislators, and other elected and state-level policymakers.

The Hunt Institute seeks a policy analyst or senior policy analyst (PA) to join the Policy & Program Team (title and designation will be determined based on selected candidate’s relevant experience ). The PA maintains an expert understanding of education policy issues and readily translates them into publications and curriculum for high-level state policymakers. S/he conducts research and analysis on relevant policy issues and writes policy briefs, primers, and case studies for dissemination to the Institute’s policymaker audiences. S/he plans and executes agendas for policymaker convenings. The PA collaborates with both the Director and Associate Director of Policy & Program to build relationships with key constituents in the Institute’s networks (such as North Carolina).

The PA reports to the Director of Policy & Program (DPP).

Principal Functions
Education Policy Analysis, Tracking, and Networking
The PA serves as the subject matter expert on assigned education policy areas in internal strategic planning sessions, partner meetings, meetings with policymakers, and during the development of publications and events. S/he prepares and communicates timely analyses in meetings, presentations, and in written documents. S/he contributes to and attends conferences and meetings, including meetings of various national professional associations, advocacy organizations, and policy research organizations.

Curriculum Development and Project Management
The PA serves as the lead project manager for policymaker convenings, such as the Holshouser Legislators Retreat ; project management includes designing and executing agendas, identifying and preparing speakers, developing materials, and managing the project timeline. The PA will work in coordination with the Associate Director of the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows (or her designee) on event logistics. As needed, the PA supports the development of curriculum for the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows around areas of content expertise.

Publications and Content
The PA authors policy briefs, primers, case studies, state-specific policy summaries, signature publications, such as re: VISION and coNCepts, and other innovative content. S/he synthesizes information from a variety of sources into concise, nonpartisan documents that reflect the current political and education policy context. The PA also contributes to the institute’s blog, The Intersection, as appropriate.

Evaluation and Strategic Planning
The PA participates in long-term planning for the institute’s work with policymakers. S/he supports ongoing program improvement by developing methods to capture participant feedback and makes recommendations for potential follow-up activities for policymakers.

Qualifications
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in public policy, education, public administration, or related field; master’s degree in public policy preferred. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of relevant experience; candidates with at least 7 years of directly relevant experience may be considered for senior policy analyst position.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate:

• Deep knowledge of state and national K-12 education policy—knowledge of the landscape in North Carolina a plus;
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences;
• Commitment to maintaining political balance ;
• Proven ability to effectively scan the education landscape and determine issues of relevance and impact;
• Strong organizational and project planning skills, as well as good attention to detail;
• Passion for the Institute’s mission and impact;
• Ability to be responsive in a deadline-driven environment; and
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills.

To apply, please send your résumé, cover letter, and a short (no more than 3 pages) education- related writing sample to the email listed.

Required experience:
Years of relevant experience: 3 years

Required education:
Bachelor's

Program Assistant - The German Marshall Fund of the U.S. - Washington, DC

Program Assistant - Transatlantic Urban & Regional Policy Program
The German Marshall Fund of the United States
Washington, DC

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is a non-partisan American public policy and grantmaking institution dedicated to promoting better understanding and cooperation between North America and Europe on transatlantic and global issues. GMF’s Urban and Regional Policy Program (URP) engages leading US and European policymakers and practitioners by facilitating the exchange of transatlantic solutions for building sustainable, inclusive, and globally-competitive cities. URP works in selected cities in the United States and Europe that share a set of common challenges and desire to explore solutions through transatlantic exchange. URP actively stewards transatlantic initiatives that explore key issues through high-impact gatherings, peer exchanges, and applied research. The Urban program focuses its work on two inter-related themes that are critical to a transatlantic urban agenda: Sustainable & Livable Cities (SLC) and Innovative & Inclusive Cities (IIC).

The Program is seeking a Program Assistant to complete key administrative and operational tasks, conduct research on urban and regional policy issues in the US and Europe, and support the development of interactive peer-to-peer learning programs and materials to disseminate innovative practice to the program’s network. The position will be based in Washington, DC.

Key Areas of Responsibility:
1) Assisting the Operations Officer with the day-to-day administration of the program, including: managing the contact database, maintaining program calendars, managing network communications (newsletter, social media, website updates), and preparing budgets and expense reports;

2) Assisting the URP team in the preparation and execution of events, including regular workshops andstudy tours, including managing travel, logistics, as well as, supporting content development;

3) Providing research and editorial support for the URP team, GMF’s urban-related publications, and blog;

4) Supporting fundraising activities, including developing and editing proposal narratives and budgets, researching prospective funders and drafting grant reports; and

5) Based on demonstrated job performance, assisting Program Officers with more in-depth research and project management tasks for key projects.

See full job description online for all position qualifications and requirements. Major requirements include: Bachelor degree in urban policy, urban planning, public policy or another related field; A demonstrable interest or background in urban policy, specifically in one or more of the following areas: urban development, sustainability, renewable energy, economic policy, economic development, economic inclusion, and entrepreneurship and innovation; Prior work or internship experience (approximately six months to two years) in a think tank, public sector, or non-profit setting. Excellent writing and editing skills in English; written and spoken proficiency in at least one European language is highly desirable but not required. Candidate must be able to travel internationally.

EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Entry; $35,000-$42,000

CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
1744 R Street NW
Washington, DC
20009

Resource URL: http://www.gmfus.org/careers

Analyst (Transportation, Policy, or Budget) - ILEPI - La Grange, IL

Policy Analyst, Budget Analyst, or Transportation Analyst
The Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) 
La Grange, IL

ILEPI seeks one (1) qualified candidate to employ as a full-time Policy Analyst, Budget Analyst, or Transportation Analyst. The duties and responsibilities of the position will approximately be divided as follows: 75% to research and analysis, 15% to relationship-building and policy influence, and 10% to organizational growth tasks.

The ideal candidate must hold a master’s degree with coursework in economics, public policy, urban planning, political science, public administration, labor relations, sociology, business administration, statistics, or a related field by June 2016. An appropriate combination of education and experience may substitute for the master’s degree requirement. Effective communication skills, excellent quantitative skills (e.g., advanced use of Stata or GIS mapping programs), and teamwork skills are desired. Experience in economic research, transportation policy, government finance, labor unions, and/or the construction industry is also a plus.

June 6, 2016 start date

For full details and to apply, click here: ILEPI Policy Analyst.

Senior Associate, Rose Ctr. for Public Leadership in Land Use - National League of Cities

Senior Associate

Rose Center for Public Leadership in Land Use

National League of Cities

Washington, D.C.

*GRANT/CONTRACT FUNDED POSITION*

The Rose Center for Public Leadership in Land Use at the National League of Cities seeks a senior associate to help manage nation-wide research and convening on the subject of equitable economic development. The NLC is leading a larger team on this effort, and the selected candidate will also contribute work on other local government policies and practices around urban development. This position reports to Director of the Rose Center.

Examples of Work:

• Works directly with the Rose Center Director to research city efforts in economic development, including new policy directions and equity measures in the work.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of national convening of city economic development practitioners.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for senior economic development officials interested in bringing an equity lens to work within their community.
• Gathers information on initiatives in cities and towns to promote equitable development
• Works with the Director and other team partners to ensure the development and maintenance of an effective peer network.
• Travels to attend industry events and NLC meetings.
• Ensures that program opportunities and milestones are posted on the Rose Center page and other NLC media platforms.
• Assists the team in program evaluation, technical assistance intake process development and implementation, metrics tracking, and with other programmatic logistics.

Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree in public policy, urban planning, economic development, or a related field preferred. At least 3 years of work experience in economic development, local government, urban planning, real estate, or a related field is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of issues related to economic development, particularly issues of development in under-performing markets or tools to deliver the benefits of economic growth equitable in strong markets.Experience working with city officials, local economic development agencies or general knowledge of local economic and community development policy. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to interact effectively with NLC members, representatives of other organizations, and all levels of NLC staff.

How to apply
Submit a resume and cover letter to:

Talent Management, National League of Cities,
1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20004,
http:www.nlc.org/about-nlc/career-center/careers-at-nlc

Senior Associate - Urban Land Institute - San Francisco, CA

Senior Associate, San Francisco District Council
Urban Land Institute

San Francisco, CA

About ULI
ULI–the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 36,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private enterprise and public service.

As the preeminent, multidisciplinary real estate forum, ULI facilitates the open exchange of ideas, information, and experience among local, national, and international industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to creating better places. The mission of the Urban Land Institute is to provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. For more information about ULI, visit www.uli.org.

ULI district councils deliver the Institute’s mission at the local level by providing members with education, networking, and opportunities to give back to the community. With 2,300 members across the Bay Area, ULI San Francisco represents one of ULI’s largest district councils. The San Francisco District Council (ULIsf) offers 60-70 high-quality programs a year, serving the area with pragmatic land use expertise and education. For more information, please visitwww.sf.uli.org.

The Senior Associate Role
The Senior Associate’s overall responsibility is to coordinate and facilitate the District Council’s goals and objectives. The Senior Associate serves as an informed resource for a variety of District Council committees, interfacing with them to ensure that all work is consistent with the Institute’s policies and procedures and that ULI San Francisco’s goals and objectives are met. The Senior Associate works closely with the Executive Director and Director as well as with other members of the ULI San Francisco staff, currently including a Manager and another Senior Associate. The Senior Associate must be a hardworking, proactive, and innovative person with good knowledge of ULI’s core issues and those policies and practices of highest interest to our members.

This is a full-time exempt position eligible for benefits, learn more.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Committee responsibilities can change over time. Currently, it is expected that the Senior Associate will primarily support three committees—Policy & Practice, Local Product Councils, and Sponsorship—and share responsibility for programs. Each is described below.

Policy & Practice Committee

• Support the Executive Director in current efforts to bring more clarity and organizational structure to the area of Policy & Practice.
• Manage and coordinate all correspondence to Policy & Practice committee members.
• Manage and coordinate all correspondence to members of subcommittees within Policy & Practice: Sustainable Development and Housing
• Ensure that rosters and contact information for Policy & Practice committee and subcommittees are accurate and up to date.
• Manage all projects, programs, and initiatives undertaken by the Policy & Practice committee and subcommittees.
• Manage and oversee all grant applications submitted on behalf of the Policy & Practice committee and subcommittees. This includes Urban Innovation Grant applications as well as external grant opportunities when such opportunities arise.
• Work with the Policy & Practice committee co-chairs to oversee scope of work and track progress of initiatives and projects.
• Work with co-chairs and subcommittee co-chairs to engage existing committee members as well as recruit new committee members.
• Track expenses and monitor budgetary performance of committee.
• Work with co-chairs and subcommittee co-chairs to schedule committee meetings, create agendas, and update work plans.

Local Product Councils (LPCs)

• For ULI San Francisco’s two LPCs—one commercial and one residential—work with the respective co-chairs to plan two half-day LPC programs per year (spring and fall).
• Ensure that the programming is consistent with ULI brand and mission.
• Coordinate budget and all program logistics.
• Ensure that rosters and contact information for the LPCs are accurate and up to date.
• Assist co-chairs in identifying prospective new LPC members and coordinate the process of inviting individuals to join.

Sponsorship Committee and Financial Management Function

• Work with the Executive Director, Sponsorship Committee co-chairs, and District Council Chair in creating a strategy to achieve annual sponsorship goals.
• Work with the Executive Director and Sponsorship Committee co-chairs to draft annual letters for current District Council sponsors and prospective District Council sponsors.
• Manage and coordinate all correspondence to District Council’s Sponsorship Committee members, including but not limited to committee meeting invitations, prospective sponsor assignments, and up-to-date fundraising progress as necessary.
• Keep all sponsorship information current and up to date to ensure accurate tracking of fundraising progress; this includes pledges and collections from renewing sponsors, as well as prospective sponsors.
• Work with the staff member responsible for the sf.uli.org website to keep all sponsorship information appearing online up to date and accurate.
• Manage and coordinate all communications with ULI San Francisco sponsors, and prospective sponsors, including but not limited to appreciation luncheon invitations, following up on payment, thank-you notes from the Executive Director, and distributing follow-up letters and invoices when necessary.
• Assist in creating, producing, and managing distribution of all District Council printed collateral materials with references to District Council sponsorship, including but not limited to brochures, newsletters, reports, annual reports, program displays, applications, and ULI publications.
• Regarding the financial management of the District Council:
• Assist in preparing the annual budget.
• Review monthly financial statements and identify any errors or other items requiring adjustment.
• Together with the Executive Director, review monthly performance with the Treasurer.
• Update ULI San Francisco dashboard monthly for use in summarizing key performance indicators to District Council leadership (Management Committee and Executive Board).

Programs Committee
This is the District Council’s largest committee and is responsible for planning a large number of programs annually. While the Director will have primary responsibility for this committee, she/he will require significant support from other District Council staff. Currently, it is expected that the Senior Associate will provide such assistance. For example, the Senior Associate will likely be assigned to manage and execute selected programs throughout the year. They could fall into any of the following categories:

• Real Deals (project tours);
• Hot Topics (brown-bag lunches);
• Icons (honoring a key industry figure);
• Capital Markets; and
• Signature Programs (generally large attendance programs such asEmerging Trends, Proposition M, and Development and Dilemmas Panel).

INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Work directly with ULI San Francisco leadership, Executive Director, Director, Manager, Senior Associate, and Administrative Assistant; also with ULI headquarters staff based in Washington, D.C.

EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Work directly with members, vendors, consultants, partner organizations, and media outlets.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years related experience.
• BA/BS degree.
• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to work with senior executives in the private and public sector.
• Strong initiative—ability to initiate tasks and assume responsibility for them, and to work with minimal supervision in a high-production setting.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple tasks concurrently and completely, and complete tasks on time with responsible follow-through.
• Experience in event planning.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook); knowledge of Photoshop or graphic design skills, a plus.
• Experience working with and managing volunteers.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply, please submit your letter of interest and résumé to jobs@uli.org, using the subject line “Senior Associate, San Francisco”. Please indicate your salary expectations in your message. For a full job description, please visit: www.uli.org/about-uli/career-opportunities. No phone calls, please. EOE/M/F/D/V

Senior Fiscal Researcher - Public Policy - Milwaukee, WI

SENIOR FISCAL RESEARCHER

Public Policy Forum

Milwaukee, WI
Positions reporting to occupant: None
Position reports to: President, Public Policy Forum

About the Public Policy Forum: 

Founded in 1913, the Public Policy Forum was established as a local good government watchdog and is now the region’s premier public policy think tank. The Forum prides itself on producing nonpartisan, credible and accurate information on public policy issues that impact the local community, the state, and nation. The Forum does not advocate on behalf of specific policies.The Forum is a financially stable organization led by a strong and engaged 60-person Board of Trustees consisting of business, government and community leaders from across Southeastern Wisconsin. The Forum currently is engaged in strategic planning with the broad goals of increasing its research capacity, broadening and strengthening its reputation in the community, and increasing the impact and awareness of its work.

Position description: 

The Senior Fiscal Researcher will play a key role in furthering the organization’s commitment to monitoring and improving the fiscal health and performance of governments and school districts in southeast Wisconsin. In particular, the researcher will be responsible for keeping track of and analyzing the finances of Greater Milwaukee’s largest local governments (e.g. the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, and Milwaukee Public Schools), and will be expected to develop and maintain contacts with key fiscal staff in those governments. Other activities will include serving as primary investigator on fiscal research projects (including data collection, analysis, communication of findings, and overall project management); writing annual budget briefs and lengthier research reports for publication on the organization’s web site and presentation to elected and civic officials; and assisting other researchers with fiscal analysis pertaining to research projects in various policy areas.

Responsibilities include:

• Monitor the financial activities of major local governments in Greater Milwaukee by accessing financial documents, attending government committee hearings, and cultivating/maintaining regular contact with fiscal officials.
• Design, plan, and implement fiscal research projects and write research briefs and reports.
• Contribute regularly to Forum’s public policy blog with posts on financial issues and insights related to local governments and school districts.
• Design qualitative and quantitative data collection instruments.
• Conduct data analysis using descriptive and inferential statistics.
• Prepare charts and graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
• Contribute to editing and proofing of Forum publications.
• Clearly communicate each project’s purpose and objectives to members, potential funders, and other stakeholders.
• Cultivate/maintain contacts with potential funders, write grant proposals, develop project budgets. 
• Staff advisory and policy committees consisting of Forum Trustees and other stakeholders pertaining to local government finance projects.
• Apply writing, presentation and other communication skills to interact with Forum members and key policy audiences, including the media, elected officials, and government agency staffs.
• Represent the Forum in a professional manner as an attendee and presenter at community events, public meetings and hearings, and conferences. 

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in a related field. Preferred fields include public policy, public administration, public finance, accounting, statistics. Substantive work experience may be substituted.
• 2–4 years of related experience; direct experience in local government/school district finance or public sector administration strongly preferred. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic research principles and research design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public finance issues related to southeast Wisconsin and local governments in general.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to produce concise, high-level summaries and briefings.
• Knowledge of various analytic software, such as SPSS, Excel, and Microsoft Access
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders and audiences.
• Ability to work independently, as a member of a team, and as a leader and manager. The Forum values and works hard to maintain a productive, respectful, and collegial staff culture. All positions require a positive, “can-do” demeanor.
• Commitment to the Forum’s mission as a reliable, objective, nonpartisan research organization. 

Compensation: Total compensation package in the $60,000 to $70,000 range, depending on
experience. Those who lack the preferred levels of professional and/or academic experience but who
otherwise can demonstrate excellent policy research/writing skills, a strong interest in local
government finance, and an ability to learn on the job, may be considered for the title of "Researcher"
with downgraded responsibilities at a lower compensation package ($45,000 to $50,000 range).


Available benefits include generous health and dental insurance package, employer-paid life/disability coverage, employer-paid parking, and a matching 401(k) program after vesting. 

The Public Policy Forum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter via e-mail to Rob Henken,

President, at rhenken@publicpolicyforum.org.

The University of Toledo - Toledo, OH

Director

Intermodal Transportation Institute 

Applications and nominations are sought for the position of Director of the University of Toledo’s Intermodal Transportation Institute (ITI). The Intermodal Transportation Institute, established in 2004, is an interdisciplinary Institute developed to promote and coordinate UT’s research, education and community engagement relating to transportation and to serve as a portal for external constituencies to access UT’s transportation-related talent and resources. The ITI has a broad agenda of interdisciplinary activities relating to the full spectrum of transportation-related topics of academic interest and of interest to the local community. These include supply chain management and business logistics, the design and planning of intermodal transportation systems, transportation data resources, transportation infrastructure improvements, alternative energy sources for transportation, and land-use planning and transportation needs projections. In addition to research activities, the Institute organizes events and seminars to advance understanding of transportation research in Northwest Ohio and the Great Lakes Region.

The Institute is overseen by a governing board chaired by the Vice President for Government Relations that includes the deans of the colleges of Business and Innovation, Engineering, Language Literature and Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The Institute is also supported by an external Advisory Board composed of local business and government leaders.

Applications and nominations are encouraged for exceptional candidates who may come from either an academic or non-academic background. Depending upon the academic qualifications of the successful candidate, the position may carry academic rank in an appropriate department. The Director will be expected to generate external funding to support the Institute, develop external funding opportunities for other faculty members, coordinate research activities with other universities and governmental agencies, and organize and lead proposal development activities. The successful candidate will be recognized on and off campus as a leader in transportation and should bring the following qualifications: 

• A record of high quality transportation-related research publications.
• A record of winning and directing funded transportation related research projects.
• A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a discipline related to transportation or at least five years of senior-level administrative experience in a non-academic transportation related organization such as industry or a federal or state agency.
• Demonstrated experience in working on interdisciplinary transportation- related research projects.
• A record of working with external constituencies, including transportation-related businesses, universities, and other community leaders.
• A thorough knowledge of current issues and trends relating to transportation as well as federal initiatives and funding underway relating to transportation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to generate support for the Institute both across the University and from outside the University.
• A passion for transportation that can motivate students, faculty and others.

This is a full-time 12 month position that includes summer support and an administrative stipend. If the Director has academic rank, he or she will maintain a portion of his or her duties and responsibilities to the Director’s home department including some teaching and graduate program responsibilities. 

Letters of nomination should be submitted no later than Friday, January 29, 2016.  Applicants should submit a letter of application explaining their interest and qualifications for the position along with a current curriculum vita and the names, titles and contact information for three references (who will be contacted after approval of the candidate) no later than Monday, February 15, 2016.  

Application packets and letters or nominations should be sent to https://jobs.utoledo.edu. Questions regarding the position should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee: Neil Reid, Ph.D., Department of Geography & Planning, MS 140, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio 43606, USA.  Neil.reid@utoledo.edu.

The University of Toledo is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.