[Remote] Economic Development Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MRB Group is an engineering, architecture, surveying, and economic development services firm serving public- and private-sector clients and communities. The Economic Development Analyst will conduct research and analysis for market studies, feasibility studies, economic and fiscal impact analyses, and development strategies, while also supporting grant writing and client-administered programs.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data related to demographics, economics, industries, real estate, housing and finance
• Synthesize data with qualitative research (interviews, surveys, focus groups, client comments) to arrive at findings
• Write up summaries that are meaningful and digestible to a non-technical audience
• Prepare presentations of those summaries with appealing visuals
• Conduct financial analysis, including economic and fiscal impact analysis, pro forma projections, etc
• Work on multiple projects and tasks at a given time, self-managing workload with support from supervisor as needed
• While not required at the outset, this individual has opportunity to grow over time into a project manager

Skills

• Experience and high level of competence and comfort in data analysis and economic research
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Time-management and organizational skills
• Interest in community development
• Master's level degree in urban planning, public policy, public administration, geography, real estate, economics, or related field
• This position can be based out of our Rochester, NY or Charleston, SC office. Remote in NY or SC may also be considered, but in office is preferred
• Must Have U.S. Work Authorization of Unlimited Duration (not OPT)
• Experience in financial analysis and economic impact analysis
• Confident public speaker and facilitator
• 3+ years of work experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage, including 100% premium coverage for the High-Deductible Health Plan plus employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 75% premium coverage for the Hybrid Health Plan
• Prescription and vision coverage with individual and family options; coverage begins on your first day of employment
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance, with optional additional life insurance coverage available
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 20% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, including one floating holiday per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for dependent care and healthcare expenses
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Stock Ownership Opportunities for eligible employees
• Licensure Support
• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement
• Mentorship Program designed to support the growth of junior staff
• Flex Time and Remote Work Options, including flexible scheduling and a hybrid work model
• Team Building and Company Events

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