Associate

Firm: Strategic Economics
Location:
Berkeley, CA

Payment: Paid
Start Date: Oct 1, 2017
Category: Economic Development
Contact: Barbara Mathis
hr@strategiceconomics.com

Posted: Sep 5, 2017

About Strategic Economics
Strategic Economics is an urban, regional, and real estate economics consulting firm with a reputation for innovative thinking and a highly collaborative team culture. The firm works with the public sector, developers, and non-profit and philanthropic organizations to set the economic context for policy, planning, and development projects. Known for working closely and flexibly with communities and clients, our work helps governments and other organizations take strategic steps towards creating high-quality places for people to live and work.

Strategic Economics is committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all employees. We seek to provide a comfortable and progressive workplace that encourages open communication. Our 12-person firm is located in Berkeley, California.

Open Position
Associates work on a variety of projects that may include: real estate market analysis; development feasibility (pro forma) analysis; fiscal impact analysis; regional economic development strategies; transit economic benefits; infrastructure finance, and plan implementation strategies. The following skills and experience are required:

• Masters degree in city planning, public policy, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills - the applicant must have experience analyzing various data sources, including Census and employment data.
• Experience with one or more of the following areas: statistical analysis, regional economic analysis, pro forma modeling, market analysis, fiscal analysis, and ArcView GIS.
• Strong proficiency with Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and ArcView GIS.
• Excellent writing skills.

Creative thinkers are encouraged to apply. The ability to manage budgets, deadlines, and other staff as well as demonstrated experience with independent work and leadership are highly desirable.

The position is full-time and available immediately. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Qualified candidates, please submit your cover letter, resume and work sample to hr@strategiceconomics.com. Incomplete submittals will not be considered or reviewed.
Strategic Economics is an equal opportunity employer.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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