Research Analyst

CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION • San Jose, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Independently plans and implements assigned research projects, prepares and issues reports, analyzes external technical studies and research, and develops strategic plans to support Field Operations. This position is supervised by and reports to the Director and Assistant Director of Field Operations. Role of the Research Analyst: The Research Analyst plays a critical strategic role in providing the foundational groundwork for tactical initiatives deployed in the field. This unique position supports field staff and Field Operations leadership by delivering essential data and insights that drives the representational work of the organization. This dedicated strategic role is expected to work independently with minimal daily supervision. The position demands strong technical and organizational skills, coupled with strong writing and presentation skills when conveying information to staff, executives and rank-and-file members. A comprehensive understanding of current research best practices is essential, and the analyst must be proactive in staying apprised of new tactics in the research field. The Research Analyst is also responsible for making administrative decisions concerning all non-technical aspects of departmental operations related to their position within general policies established by the department managers.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of:
• Basic principles, procedures, and practices required for data collection, research design, and report preparation
• Presenting complex data and synthesizing information for all audiences
• Report writing and research methodologies
• Statistical methods and proper practices in processing research data
• Internet research and navigational methods
• Common office software tools including spreadsheets, graphics, and word processing
• Federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to school finance
• School district budgetary analysis and accounting principles
• Database tools related to research information collection
• Ability to:
• Independently conduct research on assigned projects
• Train Association staff and members on research methods and assigned research projects, and speak effectively in front of large and small audiences
• Develop reports and other statistical data
• Exercise initiative and sound judgment in the performance of duties
• Understand and deal effectively with people at all levels using both verbal and written communication
• Learn Association history, purpose, function and future goals
• Perform complex statistical and survey operations
• Carry out all aspects of the job on demand or at regularly scheduled intervals while independently managing key timelines
• Conceive and prepare graphic interpretations of statistical data
• Adjust to peak workloads and work occasional irregular hours
• Equivalent to the possession of a BA/BS in public administration, business administration, library science, mathematics or related major.
• Minimum two years of recent experience in research.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365, Teams, One-Drive and SharePoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility, high initiative, attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with statistical software programs is desirable.
• A demonstrated passion for and curiosity about the labor movement.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements assigned research projects, which include but is not limited to the following:
• Economic conditions and trends impacting members
• Internal membership surveys
• State and federal education policy impacts
• Priority legislation and legal changes
• Wages and compensation analysis
• Healthcare research
• New member organizing strategies
• Decertification prevention efforts
• Collective bargaining support
• Impasse proceedings analysis
• Arbitration case research
• Unfair labor practice cases
• Employer budget analysis
• Political action and electoral campaigns
• Issues-based campaigns (retirement security, charter schools, layoffs, AI impacts)
• Prepare research instruments and draft correspondence
• Collect, tabulate, and edit data
• Disseminate statistical information
• Answering and responding to assigned information requests
• Create analytical charts, graphs, and tables
• Develop comprehensive reports
• Provide staff and membership training
• Attend conferences and workshops
• Write and edit departmental publications
• Assists in the development of other research tools and software

Benefits

• Additional outstanding benefits include 19 paid holidays, 3 weeks vacation, medical benefits for you and your family, life insurance coverage, a pension plan and a 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees