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About the Role

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) seeks an experienced professional to lead its Department of Research and Analytics. This department provides essential research and analytical support for planning initiatives related to land use, economic development, environmental quality, transportation, and public infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day management and professional development of departmental staff
Oversee data acquisition and day-to-day management of databases, web applications, and software programs
Assist in the procurement and oversight of consulting firms for planning and research activities
Provide guidance to and/or coordinate consultant firms, research institutions, and other government agencies
Perform studies documenting and analyzing existing conditions and trends
Prepare visualizations to promote understanding and comprehension
Identify and assess potential policies, strategies, or actions
Present reports to elected officials, planning boards, stakeholder organizations, and the general public
Build and strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations, universities, business groups, and government agencies
Participate in industry associations and continuing education opportunities
Serve as part of the GNRC management team, ensuring program alignment and coordination
Lead special projects as assigned

Requirements

Experience with geographic information systems
Experience with statistical analysis software
Experience with SQL database management
Experience with data visualization tools
Expert understanding of data sources and research methods
Current on the state of the practice in assessing impacts of trends related to population, economic conditions, housing, land use, public infrastructure, public financing, public health, and the natural environment
At least three years of managerial experience
Five years of managerial experience in a related field (if substituting for Master's degree)
Valid driver's license
Access to personal transportation

Skills

GIS mapping
Spatial analysis
Economic impact studies
Socioeconomic analysis and forecasting
Land use modeling
Transportation demand modeling
Database management
Web application management

Location

Middle Tennessee area

Work Type

Onsite
Flexible schedule
Some work from home opportunities

Experience Level

Managerial experience

Education Level

Master’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, geography, business administration, political science, computer science, or related field preferred
Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for Master's degree with additional experience
Foreign degrees and credentials will be considered

Salary/Compensations

Minimum starting salary $120k
Offered salary dependent on experience and qualifications

Benefits

Full cost of pension through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (no required employee payroll deduction)
Dollar for dollar match to a 401k or 457b, up to 3% of gross salary

About the Company

GNRC was established by the TN General Assembly as an association of local governments
Empowered to convene local and state leaders for planning and programming state and federal investments into social services and public infrastructure
Serves as the region’s federally-recognized Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
Serves as the region’s Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD)
Serves as the region’s Economic Development District (EDD)

Equal Opportunity

EOE, AA Employer