Lead Regional Forecasting & REMI Analytics

WorkSource Atlanta Regional - Fayette; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is seeking a Principal Data Analyst to lead REMI modeling and develop regional socioeconomic forecasts that support planning priorities. You will translate complex economic trends into actionable insights for staff, member governments, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include calibrating REMI, integrating Census/BEA/BLS data, documenting methodologies, and presenting results to technical and non‑technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Urban/Regional Planning, Public Policy, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in economic modeling, forecasting, planning, data analysis, or applied quantitative research.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, enhance, and run the REMI economic modeling application to develop regional socioeconomic forecasts.
• Compile, process, and integrate data from federal, state, local, and proprietary sources (e.g., Census, BEA, BLS, Woods & Poole).
• Document modeling assumptions, methodologies, and data sources to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Develop economic impact analyses to evaluate policy or investment effects on the region.
• Translate analytical results into clear reports and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with planning, transportation, natural resources, and other departments to align forecasts with needs.

Skills

Regional economics

Demography

Econometrics

Data visualization

Census/ACS/BEA/BLS

REMI modeling

ArcGIS Pro

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Stats/Planning/Policy

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

REMI

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is seeking a Principal Data Analyst to lead REMI modeling and develop regional socioeconomic forecasts that support planning priorities. You will translate complex economic trends into actionable insights for staff, member governments, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include calibrating REMI, integrating Census/BEA/BLS data, documenting methodologies, and presenting results to technical and non‑technical audiences.