Demographic Research Planning Specialist Master Planning

ENGICON CM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

ENGICON CM in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Demography/Data Analyst to collect and analyze demographic data, generate reports and support boundary planning.

You will work with GIS tools to develop zone maps and present findings to district staff; a 5+ year background in demography or urban planning and a bachelor’s degree are required. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in demography, urban planning, statistics or geography.
• Experience analyzing school enrollment data is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, research and analyze demographic data from multiple sources.
• Generate reports, graphs and charts to support presentations.
• Develop student projections and enrollments by school or cluster.
• Assess demographic studies and enrollment projections for boundaries.
• Prepare summaries and materials for stakeholders to inform decisions.
• Analyze attendance zone proposals and impact on planning.
• Respond to inquiries from district staff and agencies.
• Perform on-site surveys to determine population data and classroom capacity.
• Develop and maintain zone maps for district boundaries.
• Ensure quality control of maps and documents.
• Perform related tasks as needed.

Skills

Statistical methods

GIS (ArcGIS)

Cartography

Research methods

MS Office

Demography terminology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, mathematics, geography, economics or related field

Tools

ArcGIS10

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Description

• Perform the collection, research and analysis of a broad range of demographic data sources such as student records, population data sets obtained from the district and local and state agencies
• Generate reports, graphs and charts to collate information collected and develop presentations
• Use statistical analysis and develop student projections and enrollment by school or cluster for proposed boundary changes
• Compile and assess demographic research and statistical studies involving projections in enrollment fluctuations at schools and various areas in the district
• Participate in summaries and other written materials to ensure the access to demographic information and allow stakeholders to make informed decisions
• Analyze proposals for attendance zone changes and its effect on planning for school construction projects
• Respond to inquiries related to zoning and enrollment data, including demographic and geographic issues from district staff and outside agencies
• Participate in field on-site surveys to determine demographic and geographic student population data and project classroom capacities
• Develop and maintain zone grid maps to determine school locations, boundaries for the district
• Maintains quality control of maps and documents
• Performs other related tasks required.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years full-time paid professional experience in research, mapping or data analysis in demography, urban planning, statistics, geography or any related field.
• Experience in compiling and analyzing school or enrollment data is preferred

Required Education

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, mathematics, geography, economics or related field

Knowledge/Skills

• Statistical methods of analysis
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related computer software such as ArcGIS10
• Mapping concepts and techniques in cartography
• Research methods, principles and graphic presentations
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Best practices and terminologies in demography