Senior Research Analyst

SAN DIEGO WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIP INC•San Diego, CA

6h•$37 - $49

About The Position

Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic & Policy Initiatives, the Senior Research Analyst is a hands-on technical expert responsible for translating labor market and program data into actionable strategy for workforce programs, policy development, and regional partners. This role serves as a foundational pillar for SDWP’s data-driven decision making producing high quality analysis, equity centered insights, and accessible data products that inform leadership, staff, the Workforce Development Board, and external stakeholders. The Senior Research Analyst will play a crucial role in driving insights into the industries and occupations driving San Diego’s economy, and sharing this information with job seekers, employers, educators and policy makers. In addition to analysis, the Senior Research Analyst will develop actionable data products dashboards, briefs, and reports that enable staff and partners to move from insight to action. The Senior Research Analyst will balance rigorous quantitative work with strong communication and applied problem-solving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy, business administration, nonprofit management, or related field.
Three to five (3-5) years of Working experience in Workforce Development, Economic Development, or Public Policy.
Three to five (3-5) years Applied Research experience in Workforce Development, Economic Development, or Public Policy.
Demonstrated knowledge in research, data analysis and report writing.
Demonstrated knowledge in designing and managing research projects through its completion.
Strong hands-on experience with labor market and workforce datasets.
Ability to conduct research and effectively visualize data, conduct data mining, data presentation and communication, statistical analysis including reporting and writing, and knowledge of economic principles.
Ability to present data and analyses to the community and SDWP stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail to ensure accuracy, great problem solving and time management skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work under limited supervision at the same time producing high-quality research.
Ability to collaborate across teams; supporting decision making and strategy.
Computer proficiency, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in economics, public policy, business administration, nonprofit management, or related field.
Familiarity with WIOA performance metrics and workforce system operations.
Experience conducting equity-focused or disaggregated analysis, with a geospatial lens.
Experience forecasting, scenario modeling, or data governance practices.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth labor market analysis using sources such as BLS, ACS, CA EDD, and other related datasets to assess demand, wages, career pathways, and regional trends.
Conduct disaggregated analysis by race/ethnicity, geography, and barriers to employment to inform equitable workforce strategies.
Perform Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis as it relates to San Diego Workforce priorities.
Develop data products that are intuitive, decision-oriented, and tailored to different audiences (executives, program staff, Board members, partners).
Design and maintain actionable dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and ArcGIS.
Co-author internal and external reports, briefs, and research products that elevate SDWP’s credibility and influence.
Respond to data requests/inquiries from external and internal stakeholders.
Develop and institutionalize research projects, keep detailed records and track all elements of the research process.
Design, implement and provide recommendations for all steps of the research design and implementation processes.
Research new methods, best practices, and emerging tech to enhance workforce policy and programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.