Associate Housing Analyst / Economist

RDN, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Employee Stock Ownership Program

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Job summary

A leading economic consulting firm in Santa Barbara is seeking an Associate Housing Analyst/Economist to contribute to housing market analysis. The role involves conducting research, analyzing datasets, and reporting findings. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Economics, strong quantitative analysis skills, and excellent verbal communication abilities. This role offers opportunities for professional development and is compensated at an hourly rate of $28.00–$33.00.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or related field.
• Skills in quantitative analysis.
• Exceptional verbal communication abilities.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a government background check.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to housing market analysis programs.
• Analyze geospatial and economic datasets.
• Write reports showcasing findings.
• Forecast housing demand and engage in data collection.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Verbal communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Tools

R

Python

Job description

Overview

Associate Housing Analyst / Economist – Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. (RDN) is looking for Associate Housing Analysts / Economists to join our team. You will contribute to our housing market analysis program: conducting primary research at locations around the nation, analyzing geospatial and economic datasets in our housing supply and demand model, and writing reports showcasing your results. Whether you are forecasting housing demand at your desk or conducting face-to-face interviews in a new town, your varied work tasks will help the Armed Forces to better support service members and their families.

Located in Santa Barbara, California, RDN is an economic consulting firm with over 40 years of experience. Our multilingual, interdisciplinary staff have expertise in economics, quantitative analysis, applied social research, and related fields. We focus on regional and resource economics, with particular expertise in housing economics and water rate studies. Our approach emphasizes outstanding customer service, accurate and forward-thinking solutions, and continuous improvement, with a casual office environment and opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to housing market analysis programs, including primary research at various locations.
• Analyze geospatial and economic datasets within the housing supply and demand model.
• Write reports that showcase findings and insights.
• Forecast housing demand and engage in data collection activities on-site or remotely as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics (or other social science disciplines).
• Demonstrable skills in quantitative analysis.
• Experience in applied research and report writing.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel (approximately 25% of the time, including some weekends).
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass a government background check.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

What we love to see

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in statistical methods and/or research design.
• Experience working with the State or U.S. Government.
• Coding experience in R, Python, or other programming languages.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly range: $28.00–$33.00 per hour, including time traveling to/from project sites.
• Performance-based bonuses that recognize your contributions.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.

For more information, visit www.rdniehaus.com. RDN is an equal opportunity employer.