The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), a national organization representing approximately 3,000 local health departments (LHDs) nationwide, has an immediate opening for a Full-time Lead Survey and Research Analyst.
The NACCHO R&E team is looking for an individual with critical thinking skills who can design, collect, analyze, and interpret survey and other primary and secondary research data, as well as communicate findings effectively to various audiences. This Lead Survey and Research Analyst will deliver day-to-day research support to NACCHO's program teams, local health departments, public health leaders, the CDC, and the public to make a difference in public health in a welcoming and inclusive environment!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lead Survey and Research Analyst primarily responsible for the management, development and implementation of quantitative research projects for internal and external clients. The person is an individual contributor at the lead analyst level in a specific area of expertise and is accountable for professional functions and/or systems.
The Lead Analyst works with the Senior Director of R&E, Director of Research, and others to lead NACCHO's survey efforts, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of public health data.
The Lead Analyst is a career level professional and works with minimal supervision. The position requires proven analytical and project management capabilities. Occasional travel may be required to represent NACCHO at scientific or professional meetings or as required by project activities.
COMPETENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS:
- Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses reason, intuition, and experience to complement data; designs workflows and standard operating procedures.
- Communication - strong oral and written communications skills, as well as experience leading and facilitating project meetings.
- Project Management - develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Thinks carefully about the likely effects on others of one's words, actions, appearance, and mode of behavior.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Demonstrates a desire and effort to increase knowledge around embedding equity in research practice
- Demonstrates eagerness to acquire necessary technical knowledge, skills, and judgment to accomplish a result or to serve a members' needs effectively. Has desire and drive to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform job more effectively.
POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Leads quantitative research and analyses for major surveys of LHD infrastructure.
- Supports qualitative research and analyses across program teams.
- Uses secondary quantitative data sources to supplement quantitative survey data when appropriate.
- Serves as a project lead and subject matter expert (SME) to other NACCHO programs for data collection activities, including use of specialized survey software (Qualtrics) across the organization, as well as a consult on or lead questionnaire design, data cleaning, and analysis plans.
- Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and other relevant documentation for organizational survey and research data collection
- Develops and manages data cleaning and analysis plans and codebooks, conducts quality assurance checks on data, performs statistical analyses, and develops reports/products on research and evaluation results.
- Co-authors written products based on R&E-led studies, including methodology, charts, figures, and analytical text.
- Acts as a consultant to other NACCHO staff by providing expertise on equity and data methods
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Bachelor's degree in relevant professional field with a minimum of 8-10 years public health and or behavioral health work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including a relevant certification. Master's degree and certification in a relevant field preferred.
- Demonstrated work experience with statistical programs and coding (Stata programming is specifically required in this role)
- Demonstrated work experience in leading or managing major survey efforts
- Experience with complex sampling of survey populations, including stratified sampling
- Experience with survey weighting and post-stratification
- Experience using and administering web-based survey systems (Qualtrics preferred)
- Experience with qualitative data analysis (N-VIVO preferred)
- Experience with GIS a plus, but not required
- Ability to develop data collection instruments in paper and web-based formats
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to:
- Occasionally required to sit and walk.
- Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
- Occasionally required to talk or hear.
- Occasionally required to bend, lift or climb stairs.
- Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The noise level in the work environment usually is moderate.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $111,301 - $118,250
SELECTION PROCESS
Mandatory Vaccination Policy: As a Public Health organization, NACCHO follows CDC guidelines and advisories relating to the health of all. NACCHO has adopted a mandatory vaccination policy applicable to all NACCHO employees to safeguard the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19.
We only accept applications that follow the electronic process. No phone calls please. This position is subject to background screening. Qualified applicants should send a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to: PN – 506 Lead Survey & Research Analyst.
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NACCHO offers generous benefits plan including but not limited to 13 days of sick leave annual leave allowable accumulation up to 225 hours, and paid vacation leave, as well as other types of leave. NACCHO benefits include a generous health, dental, and vision plan, 5 percent of base salary contribution to 403(b) plan, (not a matching contribution); paid short- and long-term disability plan and paid term life insurance. Hybrid Remote work available.
At NACCHO, our commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action seeks to ensure a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We respect and value work force diversity among all employees and all those with whom we do business.
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