Analyst, Housing

hraadvisors; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

HR&A is seeking a full-time Analyst based in our Washington D.C., Bay Area, or New York offices. Our analysts form the foundation of a collaborative, data-driven city-building practice.

Analysts are early career professionals with 2-4 years of experience, performing rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis, developing the first draft of insights, and delivering deliverables using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. They coordinate with project managers and partners to drive results.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in urban planning or development, housing policy, public administration, real estate finance, or economic consulting.
• Knowledge of California housing programs, regulations, and policies preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and develop insights for clients.
• Draft initial deliverables using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Coordinate with project managers and partners to keep projects on track.

Skills

Real estate economics

Housing policy

Residential market analysis

Residential development modeling

Data analysis

Case study research

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

ABOUT US

AtHR&A,we are problem solvers for cities.Weguide decision-makers, including mayors and agency heads, real estate owners and developers, and non-profit leaders, to create impact when the stakes arehighand the path forwardisn’tclear.We believe in creating vital places, building moreequitableand resilient communities, andimproving people’s lives, from Los Angeles to Brooklyn.

We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are formerpublicofficials, executive directors, planners,social scientists,lawyers, architects, and economists.

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles,the Bay Area,New York, Raleigh, andWashingtonD.C.

THE PRACTICE

The Housing Affordability Practice works at the state and community level to create and preserve homes that meet the needs of the community.We develop housing plans and strategies that address local housing needs and priorities. We design and implement solutions, from inclusionary zoning policies to affordable housing investment funds. And we underwrite and close housing transactions on behalf of mission-driven clients. This range of work, from planning to deal making, makes us better at designing policies and tools that work in practice. We enjoy understanding and working with the complexities of the housing market to advance the public good,in partnership with our clients.

Plans:We create housing plans and strategies based on local needs and priorities. Most recently,we’vecreateda housingplanthat tackles affordability and climate resilienceforHoustonand Harris Countyand aregionalstrategy thatresponds to displacement challenges in Atlanta.

Policies:We design and implement solutions, from inclusionary zoning policies toanti-displacement programs.We havestudied the feasibility of office to residential conversions in Boston,social housingdevelopment in California, and rent control in New York.

Transactions:We helped craft Amazon's Housing Fund, a$3.6 billioncommitment to preserve existing housing and create inclusive developments through below-market loans andgrants, andcontinue to serve as one of its underwriting partners. We also launched the$150 million Central New York Housing Fund, supporting over 2,500 new homes in the Syracuse region.

Digital Tools:TheHousingAffordabilityPractice developed HousingWeaver a housing market analyticsplatformdesigned to help you understand your housing market,develop policies and programs to address thehousingneeds of yourcommunityand track the impact of those policies and programs over time.We have used it to set housing production goals for the State of Maine, evaluate the suitability of public land for affordable housing in the Puget Sound Region, and estimate the impact of changes in land useregulationsMontgomery County, MD.

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.

THE ROLE

HR&A is seeking a full-time Analystto be basedin our Washington D.C, Bay Area or New York offices Our analytical staff form the foundation of our team-oriented and collaborative structure and help to drive our data-driven approach to city building.

Analystsare early career professionals with 2-4 years of professionalexperience. At HR&A, analystsexecute rigorousquantitative and qualitativeanalysis,develop thefirst draft of insights and deliverablesusingWord,PowerPoint,and Excel, andhelp teamsoperateeffectivelyby coordinating with project managers and partners.

CORE SKILL SETS

• Familiarity with real estate andhousingmarket economics
• Housing policyand programanalysis
• Residential market analysis
• Residential development modeling
• Demographic and economic data analysis
• Case study research
• Community engagement

DESIRABLE SKILL SETS

• Preparation of real estate pro formas for market rateoraffordable housingfeasibility
• Ability to conductdetailedresearch ofhousing policies and programs
• Ability to synthesize analysis into succinct takeaways and actionable recommendations
• Conducting due diligence and underwriting for loans and investments in housing
• Portfolio-level analysis of housing productsand investments
• Ability to proactively coordinate with colleagues and guide alignment on project expectations
• Data analytics using Python,Ror other programs

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

We are looking for candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a passion for urban development andhousingand community developmentpolicy, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today.Candidates should be highlymotivatedindependent thinkers who are detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and sufficiently poised for client interaction.Ideal Analysts will bring a demonstrated capacity foractive project team participation,leadership, critical thinking,creativityand other capabilities aligned with the roles and responsibilities described above, including:

• 2-4 yearsofexperiencein urbanplanning ordevelopment,housing policy,public administration, real estate finance, economic consulting, or a similar field
• Knowledge of California housingprograms,regulations,and policiespreferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiencywith PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability towork onmultiple assignments at once
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, or Public Policy
• Master’s degree in Real Estate Development(MRED), Business Administration (MBA), Urban Planning, Economics, or a related field is preferred

HYBRID WORK POLICY

HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days aweekwhich allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives whilemaintaininga strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range for this position is$83, 200 - $98,571, depending on experience,plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. We offeracompetitive compensationpackage,based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity tobenefitfrom the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year. The firm contributesfunds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to otheremployeeretirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.Paid time off allowances forillness, vacations, scheduled holidays, and family needs are also included.

Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

All qualified candidates will receivecarefulconsideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at [e-mail].