Data And Research Analyst

 

Description:

The data and research analyst is responsible for collecting, cataloging, and maintaining data and information including demographic data, economic data, real estate information for use in client-facing communication and preparing research to support the strategic mission of the RRP.

 

DUTIES:

· Research and answer information requests from prospects, partners, and investors

· Work with a team of local economic developers and the director of business investment to respond to requests for information

· Maintain current knowledge of data sources

· Maintain regional real estate inventory

· Maintain current information on website

· Provide supporting material for prospect visits including Power Point presentations

· Coordinate and supervise Cost of Living Survey

· Support executive director in preparing economic impact and ROI analysis for projects and events

· Maintain up-to-date data products

· Generate market intelligence that impacts RRP strategies

· Supervise primary research as necessary

· Supervise annual compilation of market performance indicators in support of RRP goals

· Support local governments with research/information products and projects

· Assist director of business investment with project management tasks

· Assist executive director with management of the Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority

· Represent RRP at events during and after hours

· Special projects as assigned

 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

· Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook. Word, Excel, and Power Point. Also skilled with databases and IMPLAN

· Proficiency with online databases including state, federal sources of data and private, subscription databases

· Writing and presentation skills

· Organizational skills and ability to prioritize

· Understanding of the mission and goals of the RRP

· Ability to understand, analyze and interpret complicated data at a client-appropriate level

· Knowledge of current market conditions that affect business and industry and RRP strategies

· Familiarity with research methods and sources

· Ability to respond quickly. Expedient, excellent, and complete communication is a core value.

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Strong interpersonal skills that forge productive working relationships

· Commitment to continuous improvement in all job responsibilities

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

· Combination of experience and education to include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and ideally one to three years’ experience in government, business, data analytics, planning, geography, mathematics, social science, or a related field.