Project Manager - Baker Tilly

Who: Baker Tilly

What: Project Manager, Change Management

Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop change management strategies and plans aligned to core change management methodology 
• Integrate appropriate change management techniques into established plans 
• Execute change management plan(s) and associated activities including stakeholder analysis and management, organizational readiness assessments, change impact analysis, communications and training 
• Work as the overall advocate to various stakeholders relative to implications of the future state on strategy, people, process and technology 
• Deploy change management techniques (e.g. communication, training, focus groups and many more techniques) to assist in the transition to the future state 
• Work as the overall advocate to various stakeholders relative to implications of the future state on strategy, people, process and technology. 
• Lead the identification of organizational change risks and, collaboratively with stakeholders, develop mitigation approaches 
• Gather and analyze detailed information about the process design and the impact on the roles and the organizations affected. 
• Understand the significance of changes to provide recommendations regarding expected organization impacts, and how to prepare the organization 
• Manage the delivery of end-user training, communications and subsequent follow-up activities, including effectiveness assessment 
• Generate and maintain advocacy at the executive level of the respective organizations and stakeholder buy-in for the implementation project 
• Support the impacted businesses with information and detailed frameworks, where appropriate, to ensure that they can conduct the necessary activities to minimize organizational risks 
• Measure effectiveness of change management plans and make adjustments where necessary

Qualifications

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist, UIUC Illinois - Deadline 10/5

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) SPECIALIST

Dates: 07 Sep – 05 Oct, 2017

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist
FACILITIES & SERVICES
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN

The Engineering & Construction Services Facilities Information Resources Unit at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a GIS Specialist to help lead the expansion of Facilities Information Resources geographic information systems products and services. Facilities Information Resources (FIR) maintains documentation and information systems related to campus infrastructure, and offers value-added custom services to enhance campus preparedness, awareness, knowledge and efficiency. The department is comprised of three units: GIS, Records, and Space Inventory.

Under the general supervision of the Facilities Information Management Coordinator this position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and assisting with the development of GIS in Facilities and Services. The GIS Specialist is also responsible for production work involving maintenance of our GIS ArcSDE database, creation of GIS products and services and GPS data collection. In addition, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist will provide expertise, knowledge and a high degree of technical skill related to the field of geographic information science. The GIS Specialist will be responsible for developing strategies to help manage and maintain Facilities Information Resources GIS data, coordinate cross-unit initiatives to standardize access controls, implement standards and procedures for maintaining GIS data and collaborate closely with staff across multiple Facilities & Services units including University personnel.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Work closely with Energy Services, Utility Distribution Staff managing, documenting and maintaining the University’s utility distribution systems GIS data.
• Assist with the development of client ESRI ArcGIS web applications and services.
• Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of GIS applications built with ArcGIS extensions and ArcGIS Server.
• Utilize ESRI's suite of ArcGIS software applications with relational databases including MS Access and SQL Server.
• Manage and maintain Facilities Information Resource GIS ArcSDE Database.
• Assist with coordinating cross-unit initiatives to standardize controls and access to GIS related resources.
• Develop custom maps for Facilities Information Resource’s, F&S and campus customers.
• Use Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to collect data.
• Conduct fieldwork to verify facility management information.
• Supervise student staff, prioritize work.
• Train staff on use of GIS applications.
• Assume appropriate related additional duties to further the mission of the unit.

Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required in Geographic Information Science (GIS), Computer Science, or other related field.

Minimum Required Work Experience:
0-2 years of experience working with Geographic Information Systems.
0-2 years of experience working with ESRI ArcGIS Desktop and ArcSDE

Additional Preferred Education and Work Experience:
Master’s degree preferred
2-5 years of experience working with Geographic Information Systems.
2-5 years of experience working with ESRI ArcGIS Desktop and ArcSDE
AutoCAD or AutoCAD Map 3D Experience
Knowledge and understanding of basic geography information systems management functions.
ArcGIS Server including programming with one or more of the following: ASP.NET, Java, JavaScript, HTML, web scripting or SQL
Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
Excellent organization skills; ability to prioritize workload, work independently with minimum supervision, and take initiative.
Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software and computer systems.
Experience working across multiple organizational levels.
Basic understanding of large scale utility distribution systems
Strong customer service values and skills.
Creative problem solving skills.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible Academic Professional Position. Anticipated start date is as soon as possible following the closing date. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Application Procedures: For full consideration, please create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, a copy of your undergraduate college transcripts, and the names/contact information for three professional references by October 5, 2017. Applicants may be interviewed before October 5, 2017; however no hiring decision will be made until after that date. For further information regarding application procedures, contact Nicole McCurry at nmccurry@illinois.edu.

The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO. To learn more about the University’s commitment to diversity, please visit http://www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist PDF

Civic Technology Fellow Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Boston, MA

Civic Technology Fellow

Metropolitan Area Planning Council

Professional Area: 

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

1-3 years

Location: 

Boston, MA

Civic Technology Fellow 

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council’s Data Services Department seeks a Civic Technology Fellow. As the Civic Technology Fellow you will take a leading role in the development of public sector web applications, primarily a new suite of tools to support the City of Boston’s summer youth jobs program application process, job matching, and applicant communications. While writing code will comprise the majority of your responsibilities, you will be involved in all aspects of the product delivery cycle, including product scoping and design. MAPC is a public agency and the regional planning agency for 101 cities and towns of Metro Boston.

Duties include: 
Lead the development of production-ready, data-driven, server-side web applications and APIs; Deploy applications to Paas or IaaS and establish monitors to ensure consistent uptime; Integrate web services with each other and with in-house applications.

Qualifications:BA degree in computer science, technology, design, engineering, or related field strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience in writing clear, maintainable, sustainable, and production-ready code. A minimum, two (2) years’ experience in web or software development. Proficiency in at least one mature, modern, open source computing language and associated web framework(s), in a Unix-based environment (Linux, Mac OS). Ruby, Python, and JavaScript-based stacks are strongly preferred.

Time Commitment: 
Expect to work 7.5 hours a day, in addition to a weekly evening meeting (2-3 hours) at Code for Boston to help build a community around our open-source products. Compensation: Salary range is from $65,000 to $75,000 annually commensurate with experience.

To Apply: 
PLEASE SEE COMPLETE JOB AD AT: www.mapc.org/Jobs at MAPC AND APPLY AT LINK SHOWN THERE. This position is open until filled. Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the USA and a valid driver’s license and /or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in different parts of the region. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. In your resume, please include links to active (deployed) online projects, noting your role in producing them.

Supplemental Information: 
If available, please provide a link to your GitHub (or similar) account, or attach samples of your code. Code Climate links to your open-source repositories (if any) are also accepted. We do not equate an abundance of open-source software contributions with development proficiency. We are much more interested in the quality of your code than in the quantity or frequency of your participation in open-source projects.

MAPC is an EOE/AA employer. MAPC takes pride in the diversity of its workforce and encourages all qualified persons to apply. Barbara Wooten, Manager of Human Resources.

Posted 11/20/15.

Data Manager/Analyst, Institute for Housing Studies - Chicago, IL

Institute for Housing Studies – Data Manager/Analyst

General Summary

The Institute for Housing Studies (IHS) is seeking a Data Manager/Analyst who will manage the development, testing, and updating of data sets used for applied research projects, data tools, and technical assistance requests and be an active participant in the applied research process. This position will also serve as IHS's primary point of contact with DePaul University's Department of Information Services on data management issues and as a key point of contact on technical data questions from external researchers working with IHS on projects. 

IHS is a research center situated in the Real Estate Center at DePaul University. IHS’s mission is to provide reliable, impartial, and timely data and research to inform housing policy decisions and discussions about the state of housing in the Chicago region and nationally. IHS’s work in particular focuses on affordable housing issues and understanding the changing dynamics of neighborhood housing markets. The Institute examines a range of housing issues including housing affordability, housing finance, homeownership, sustainable neighborhood redevelopment, and emerging trends. IHS’s research explores and documents often rapidly changing conditions in local housing markets; influences local and national policy decisions; measures the impact of interventions; and raises awareness of emerging housing issues. 

Responsibilities & Duties

·         As part of a project team, manage the development, updating, and testing of data sets. This includes overseeing regular updates of IHS's Data Clearinghouse; building new data sets or updating existing data indicators that use parcel-level data from the IHS Data Clearinghouse and other sources; supporting the delivery of data-focused technical assistance; and testing the integrity of all IHS data updates and new data sets. This also includes contributing to the conceptualization and execution of IHS analyses, research reports, new data tools, and responses to technical assistance requests.

·         Prepare new data sources for research and technical assistance projects.

·         Act as liaison between IHS and DePaul's Department of Information Services to monitor ongoing data warehouse management and coordinate annual data updates.

·         Act as a key point of contact on technical data questions from external researchers working with IHS data and assist in data development for these projects as needed.

·         Manage relationships with IHS data providers.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

·         Master's degree in economics, urban planning, public policy, geography, statistics, computer science, or some related field. Relevant experience accepted in place of master's degree.

·         Minimum three years of experience building, updating, and managing large data sets used for research purposes. 

·         Strong existing knowledge of data analysis software such as SAS, Stata, or R.

·         Strong data analysis skills.

·         General understanding of data warehousing preferred. Including understanding ETL workflows, data assurance processes, and producing metadata/documentation.

·         Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative setting.

·         High level of self-motivation, ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn new skills.

Preferred Requirements

·         Experience working with parcel- or individual record-level administrative data sets.

·         Experience using geographic information systems (GIS) software.

·         Experience with relational database platforms and SQL.

·         Background in housing and/or community development policy.

Here is a link to the position on the DePaul HR site for anyone interested in applying.

CRIME AND INTELLIGENCE MANAGER, Milwaukee Police Department - Milwaukee, WI

CRIME AND INTELLIGENCE MANAGER

CRIME AND INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Recruitment #1509-5010-001

List Type	Exempt
Requesting Department	Milwaukee Police Department
Open Date	10/14/2015
Filing Deadline	11/3/2015 11:59:00 PM
HR Analyst	Lindsey O'Connor

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PURPOSE

The Crime & Intelligence Manager provides analytical support to ongoing investigations and assist in the production of analytic products for presentation in law enforcement and community-based forums.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Applies appropriate analytical methods and techniques to identify and analyze raw information for the purpose of substantiating criminal patterns and/or trends and predictive analysis. 
• Uses computerized analytic tools to create charts, maps, timelines, and link diagrams for the purpose of demonstrating analytical findings, including target relationships, time sequence of events, and criminal hierarchies.  
• Conducts tactical, strategic and intelligence lead policing assessment of major crime. 
• Manages the crime analysis section personnel.  
• Assists in the development and training of Crime Analysts.  
• Correlates, integrates, and evaluates varying types of information from investigative activities for the purpose of generating investigative leads, and prepares reports to document investigative activities and summarize findings.    
• Leads and/or assists with special projects and investigative efforts of the Milwaukee Police Department.  
• Assists law enforcement officers at crime scenes and during the execution of search warrants in the identification and collection of notes, files, records, and other items to be analyzed and/or used for intelligence purposes, and the development of intelligence lead case management.  
• Develops curriculum and provides training to department members in intelligence lead policing strategies.   
• Provides training to other Federal, State, and local law enforcement intelligence personnel. 
• Works in partnership with associated Federal, State and local agencies, analysts, and investigators to facilitate information sharing in accordance with national Crime Intelligence Sharing plan.   

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or closely related field from an accredited college or university.  

2. Four years of strategic analysis and criminal intelligence analytical experience.   

3. A minimum of three years of work experience with relational database development, management, and data mining.             

NOTE:  Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered. A candidate may underfill at a lower level until the minimum qualifications are met.   

4. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment. 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Law Enforcement Instructor  
• Certified Structured Query Language Administrator  
• Law enforcement experience  
• Instructor and presentation experience in the field of criminal intelligence 

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of intelligence techniques, operations, and analytical projects involving interrelated subject areas.  
• Knowledge of computer systems in order to conduct research and analyze data.
• Knowledge of management principles and practices. 
• Ability to communicate orally to effectively present findings to command level officers and other local, State and Federal law enforcement officials.  
• Ability to communicate in writing to effectively prepare findings and create reports for command level officers and other local, State and Federal law enforcement officials.  
• Ability to manage and supervise others. 
• Ability to present research findings in a concise and well-organized manner.   
• Ability to effectively represent the Police Department when interacting with counterparts throughout the Intelligence and law enforcement communities. 

CURRENT SALARY

The current starting salary (1FX) is $62,338 for residents of the City of Milwaukee, appointment above the minimum is possible up to $77,297 with approval. The annual starting salary is $60,809 for non-Milwaukee residents, with appointment above the minimum possible up to $75,401. 

SELECTION PROCESS

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Milwaukee Police Department reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.   

INITIAL FILING DATE - The examination will be held as soon as practical after November 3, 2015. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice.  However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. 

NOTE: The City’s residency requirement set forth in City Charter 5-02 is under litigation. Even though the City is legally able to enforce the current residency requirements based on a recent Wisconsin Court of Appeals decision, the City has agreed to continue to suspend enforcement of the ordinance during the time it may take to know whether the Wisconsin Supreme Court will review the case.  Once the Supreme Court refuses review or affirms the Court of Appeals decision, the City intends to fully enforce the ordinance. Consequently, employees who disregard the requirements of the ordinance do so at their own risk. Applicants for City of Milwaukee positions should understand the City’s commitment to its residency requirement. During this period of uncertainty it is important to take that into account when submitting an application and more importantly when deciding to accept an employment offer.  Please contact (414) 286–3751 if you have questions regarding your individual circumstances as part of the application and/or selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Applications can be accessed by visiting www.jobaps.com/MIL.    
• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than November 5, 2015. 
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.     
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.       
• For additional information about the position, please contact Vanessa Armstrong, Human Resources Analyst Senior, by email:  varmst@milwaukee.gov or phone:  (414) 935-7542.  

Program Data Specialist, Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs - Austin, TX

Performs complex quantitative data analysis and database administration to aid in the planning, development and implementation of Department programs and functions. Work involves quantitative analysis and research on major segments or phases of Department reports and products; and data mining efforts to improve business processes and inform policy. Work will include assisting with the planning, developing, and implementing of the Department's Fair Housing activities and obligations. May train others and/or supervise the work of others within cross-divisional teams. Works for the Deputy Executive Director responsible for Fair Housing, Data Management and Reporting, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/tdhcatx/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1251772&hit_count=yes&headerFooter=1&promo=0&transfer=0&WDDXJobSearchParams=%3CwddxPacket%20version%3D%271.0%27%3E%3Cheader%2F%3E%3Cdata%3E%3Cstruct%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27CATEGORYID%252
 

Specific Job Functions:
Provides agency data support. Reviews and organizes data collection and applies quantitative and qualitative analysis methods to research data collected. Performs data mining services from enterprise systems and applications for information that can enhance processes and operations, and inform policy. Works as a core member of the Department's Fair Housing Team in the development and management of protocols and data management systems to affirmatively further fair housing in the administration of the Department's programs. Evaluates Division data requirements and designs new databases and enhances existing databases and database management systems. Annual projects may include but are not limited to the following: State Low Income Housing Plan (SLIHP): compile agency wide data on all programs, persons served High Level Report: report on agency wide programs, fund balances, and data trends to executive staff Housing Sponsor Report (HSR): works with Compliance Division to compile report on all apartment complexes which TDHCA monitors. Housing Finance Corporation Report (HFC): gathers and compiles demographic information for persons residing in HFC-financed multifamily units. Rider 5: gathers and compiles HOME, HTF, HTC and Section 8 data and correlates to AMFI. Regional Allocation Formula (RAF): gathers data and runs advanced queries to produce formula to regionally allocate HOME, Housing Trust Fund and Housing Tax Credit program funding. Other Monthly and ongoing projects may include but are not limited to the following: Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), RESEARCH Database, Help for Texans, Legislative Funding Database.   Generation and responsibility for all aspects of performance measures for the Legislative Budget Board including quarterly and annual reports, suggested measure changes and interface in ABEST. Designs, evaluates, recommends, and approves changes to forms and reports. Develops, where needed, and uses Department data and databases for forecasting models to predict subrecipient or department contract expenditures and anomalies and inform subsequent policy decisions Utilize ArcGIS software to analyze demographic data and spatial information May generate and interpret historical, current, and projected data to identify problems, causes, and areas for which procedural, system or reporting changes are indicated.  Serves as the repository and owner of specific existing databases previously operated by the Housing Resource Center and DPPA. May generate reports intersecting historical data for reporting purposes and current real-time data. Provides training and/or technical assistance to program area staff on data retrieval and reporting, with an emphasis on promoting program area independence in extracting and reporting from data systems. Responsible for becoming fully knowledgeable of the Department's Enterprise Risk Management Program and its effect in the Fair Housing, Data Management and Reporting, including performing risk assessments of the division's high impact processes and identifying and communicating controls to mitigate unacceptable risks. Performs related work as assigned. May assign and/or supervise the work of others.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Experience in quantitative data analysis work.  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in computer science, management information systems, urban planning, business or public administration or a related field is generally preferred.  Three years of related working experience is required.  Education and experience may be substituted for one another.

Analyst Programmer III, Center on Urban Poverty and Community Development, Case Western Reserve University - Cleveland, OH

Analyst Programmer III

Job posted by: Center on Urban Poverty and Community Development, Case Western Reserve University

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under minimal supervision, the analyst programmer 3 will work with a varied team of faculty and research staff to support and expand the technical capacity of the Poverty Center's data systems including, but not limited to its Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Community Data and Organizing system (NEO CANDO) and Neighborhood Stabilization Team online resource systems to collect, manage, analyze and disseminate data to investigators, funders, and other stakeholders. NEO CANDO is a free and publicly accessible social and economic data system of the Center on Urban Poverty and Community Development, a research institute housed at Case Western Reserve University's Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create and update query interfaces within the NEO CANDO suite of applications. Design, build, test, and maintain complex software systems requiring thorough knowledge of business applications and processes.
• Analyze and define system scope and objectives.
• Prepare details specifications and project management plans.
• Manage the lifecycle of data through import, testing, and production.
• Gather requirements from end users, assess requirements, and prioritize development activities to fulfill requirements.
• Work with users, application team and technical staff to diagnose and resolve problems relating to a variety of business processes.
• Make recommendations for system improvements and enhancements.
• May direct small project teams as lead coordinator.
• Process and clean data including entry, coding, analysis, and troubleshooting of data issues during the collection, aggregation, and dissemination of data.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including: a) develop an enhanced visual interface for existing web-based tools; b) assist in maintaining relationships with the providers of information used in research; b) attend meetings in a support capacity with state and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations who are potential suppliers or users of data; c) contribute to research reports, briefing reports, news articles, information for the web page, information releases, and papers for academic publication; d) provide assistance to other members of the center's research staff and faculty as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in social science, computer science, programming, or a field in which statistical analysis or programming is required and 3 to 5 years of progressive experience or Associate's degree and 5 years progressive experience. Master's degree in computer science, social work, urban planning, geography, or other scientific field preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Highly organized with strong quantitative and computing skills.
• Client and server web programming skills in a Java environment.
• Analytical skills and knowledge of computing theory.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to seek out effective solutions for complex data analysis problems.
• Proficient in Web 2.0 application concepts and protocols: HTTP, HTTPS, client-server interaction, DOM, AJAX, XML, JSON, XPath, XSL
• Proficient in database management in MySQL.
• Proficient in SQL and database performance tuning.
• Experience with online mapping API's and/or GIS.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Ability to lead a small team in development of software solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in web programming languages: Java, JavaScript, HTML4, HTML5.

To apply, send a cover letter and your resume to Melissa Van at mxv128@case.edu.

How to apply

Email your resume and a cover letter to Melissa Van: mxv128@case.edu

Coordinator - Research & GIS, Miami DDA - Miami, FL

Coordinator - Research & GIS

Miami DDA

 

Professional Area: 

Information Technology / GIS

Experience: 

1-3 years

Email: 

research@miamidda.com

Website: 

http://www.miamidda.com

Location: 

Miami, FL

The Miami Downtown Development Authority is seeking a Research & GIS Coordinator.  This position provides and prepares a range of research reports, data analysis, systems design, and support of computer-based GIS (Geographic Information Systems) mapping and related statistical software to advance economic and public policy initiatives.  

Performs data analysis and map/graphic production. Designs/deploys workflows and integration of research and GIS to meet analysis objectives. Compiles and integrates cartographic data from a wide variety of sources for inclusion in maps. Creates and edits tabular and geospatial data, integrating into interactive and online platforms. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant macro and micro economic indicators, including tourism, real estate, monetary policy, taxes, employment, industry clusters, etc. Generate visualizations (charts, maps, tables, etc.) that showcase research clearly. Manages GIS library and designs mapping solutions. Author succinct and concise reports to communicate information to stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Geography, Computer Science, Economics, Urban Planning or related fields; and at least two years progressively responsible experience in similar setting.  Master’s degree highly desired, which may be substituted for experience.   Excellent written and oral communication skills.  Organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in an efficient and timely manner.   Requires familiarity with urban planning, GIS, economic development, and market research methods. A basic understanding of the concepts behind data management in a relational database.  Competitive salary (DOQ) and excellent benefits package. 

Please forward a cover letter, resume and salary history immediately to the Miami DDA research@miamidda.com. Position shall be closed upon receipt of successful candidate.  No phone calls, please.

Research Analyst, bcWORKSHOP - Dallas, TX

Research Analyst 

bcWORKSHOP

Experience: 

1-3 years

Phone: 

2142522900

Email: 

trena@bcworkshop.org

Location: 

dallas, TX

 The buildingcommunityWORKSHOP is a Texas based nonprofit community design center seeking to improve the livability and viability of communities through the practice of thoughtful design and making. We enrich the lives of citizens by bringing design thinking to areas of our city where resources are most scarce. To do so, [bc] recognizes that it must first understand the social, economic, and environmental issues facing a community before beginning work.

The bcANALYTICS effort facilitates and promotes the informed interpretation of data and its direct use by community leaders. [bc] provides technical assistance, including data analysis and visualization, to community-based organizations to inform strategic decision-making and address urban issues. The goal is to serve community needs and inform local policymaking by providing valuable, actionable information on a local scale.

Position Titles: Research Analyst

Positions Available: 1

Location: Dallas, TX

Preferred Start Date: June 1, 2015

Compensation: $45,000

Main Purpose & Function

The Research Analyst will join [bc]’s bcANALYTICS effort to strengthen local communities by employing data and research to systematically tackle urban and civic issues, particularly those affecting asset-poor families. The position will work within the bcANALYTICS team, with oversight from the Director, to collaborate and provide research and data support for other [bc] staff.

The Research Analyst will (1) coordinate and meet with partner organizations to collaboratively design strategic research projects; (2) collect, analyze, visualize, and report on public and private datasets; (3) serve as a research and data intermediary between partner institutions and [bc]; (4) build a library of community-wide data resources; and (5) work with local organizations to develop a more robust research and data sharing culture in the region.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

● Collect, analyze, and present education, economic development, housing, health, and public safety from public data sources and private community institutions to a wide range of audiences

● Prepare context-specific reports for nonprofit organizations to aid in strategic decision-making on a topic identified by the organization

● Draft and implement data sharing agreements as needed

● Collect and track community and neighborhood indicators related to trends in quality of life

● Create and manage a library of data sources, indicators, and resources for Dallas and North Texas

● Coordinate with a diverse group of local stakeholders to advance a data strategy for Dallas

● Working with other [bc] offices to expand the bcANALYTICS program

Qualifications Required

● Bachelors degree in applied statistics, urban planning, public policy, computer science, or social science with emphasis on quantitative research in urban environments

● Passion for and experience with quantitative data collection, cleaning, transformation, management, and analysis

● Proficiency with or expertise in quantitative data cleaning, analysis, and visualization tools (MS Excel, R, SAS, Stata, SPSS)

● Proficiency with geospatial tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Maps API, CartoDB, Open Street Map, or MapBox

● Excellent report writing, editing, and proofreading skills

● Strong creative, critical thinking, and problem solving skills

● Intensive research experience in academic and/or professional contexts, including survey design, data collection, analysis, visualization, research writing, and presentation of research to non-technical audiences

● Professional and interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including the ability to listen to and interpret the needs of non-technical users

● Strong initiative, self-motivation, integrity, and sense of humor

Desired

● Master’s Degree in applied statistics, urban planning, public policy, computer science, social science, or a related field

● 0-3 years experience in a related field

● Visual and graphic design skills, especially in Adobe Creative Suite

● Experience in urban planning or another policy field a plus

● Experience with conducting surveys and qualitative data analysis techniques

● Front-end web development skills, such as, CartoCSS, or D3

CONTACT:

Please email interest letter, resume, and work samples (including writing samples, publications, reports, data visualizations, and/or maps) (10 mb maximum file size) to: Trena Lechleitner (no phone calls please) at trena@bcworkshop.org. Please reference “Research Analyst - Dallas 2015” in the subject line of your email.

Applications will be accepted until June 15, 2015.