What are the responsibilities and job description for the Demographic Research & Planning Specialist position at Vanir Construction Management, Inc.?
About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets.
Job Description
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform the collection, research and analysis of a broad range of demographic data sourcessuch as student records, population data sets obtained from the district and local and stateagencies
- Generate reports, graphs and charts to collate information collected and develop presentations
- Use statistical analysis and develop student projections and enrollment by school or cluster forproposed boundary changes
- Compile and assess demographic research and statistical studies involving projections inenrollment fluctuations at schools and various areas in the district
- Participate in summaries and other written materials to ensure the access to demographicinformation and allow stakeholders to make informed decisions
- Analyze proposals for attendance zone changes and its effect on planning for schoolconstruction projects
- Respond to inquiries related to zoning and enrollment data, including demographic andgeographic issues from district staff and outside agencies
- Participate in field on-site surveys to determine demographic and geographic studentpopulation data and project classroom capacities
- Develop and maintain zone grid maps to determine school locations, boundaries for the district
- Maintains quality control of maps and documents
- Performs other related tasks required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urbanplanning, mathematics, geography, economics or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years full-time paid professional experience in research, mapping or dataanalysis in demography, urban planning, statistics, geography or any related field.
- Experience in compiling and analyzing school or enrollment data is preferred
Knowledge/Skills:
- Statistical methods of analysis
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related computer software such as ArcGIS10
- Mapping concepts and techniques in cartography
- Research methods, principles and graphic presentations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Best practices and terminologies in demography
Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $78,000-$93,000.
Benefits
Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.
How to Apply
If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.
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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com
Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.
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Salary : $78,000 - $93,000
