Demographer

Loudoun County’s Department of Finance and Budget (DFB) is seeking a detail-oriented, innovative, and analytical researcher to conduct the organization’s demographic analysis function. DFB, which reports directly to the County Administrator, is a change agent for the County and advises senior executives and elected officials on demographic trends and the impacts of land development decisions on the County’s ability to serve the public through government services and capital facilities. DFB is a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and depends upon a team-approach to problem solving.

This position is a 1-year temporary appointment.The ideal candidate will share a passion for data analysis with a particular interest or specialization in demographics. The ideal candidate will also possess familiarity and/or experience with geospatial data set creation and analysis (utilizing county’s GIS) and land development processes. The successful candidate should also have a team-oriented approach, extremely strong analytical and public speaking skills, a proven record of excellent customer service, and a desire to innovate. The incumbent will lead the Department’s research efforts related to analysis of demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other sources, as well as development of population, household, and employment estimates and forecasts. The role includes disseminating research and making information available online to staff and the general public. The role also includes serving as a resource for other staff on data analysis (including GIS) and research methods.

The candidate must have outstanding technical skills in data analysis and the ability to convey analysis in writing and through presentations. The ideal candidate will also possess familiarity and/or experience with GIS, land development processes, and the use of statistics to support local government and nonprofit functions.The Demographer will be expected to perform the following activities:Participate as a key member of a multi-departmental team which evaluates and forecasts trends and presents this analysis to Loudoun County’s Fiscal Impact CommitteeDevelop countywide estimates and forecasts of population, households and employment in cooperation with the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) and regional jurisdictions.

This work includes building upon and refining the existing model that allocates growth by Traffic AnalysisZones.Disseminate data and provide discussion of key data trends, through electronic means and via presentations to internal and external stakeholdersRespond to inquiries about demographic data from internal and external sourcesCollaborate with county staff by providing data to support area plans and other policy initiativesIdentify opportunities to develop new tools and ways to communicate data to the public in coordination with other department staff (Mapping, Communications, etc.)Provide guidance to division staff on data analysis and research methods. Provide support for quality control and ensure data accuracy.

Job Requirements:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master’s degree in a field related to demographics, including demography, geography, sociology, urban and regional planning, regional science, data science, statistics, or a closely related field with specific education and/or experience focusing on demographics, planning, statistical analysis or GIS. The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience in one of these fields, with at least six months individual or team project, functional, or operational administrative experience in one of these fields.Thorough knowledge of research principles and methodologies, especially as pertains to demographic analysis. Ability to analyze complex problems and situations and develop effective recommendations; ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively; ability to create, organize, and complete complex research and translate it into easily understood publications and reports; ability to establish effective working relationships with fellow employees, County officials, members of the business community, and the general

If you have questions about how to apply online, you may contact us by phone at(703) 777-0213 or email us at HR@loudoun.gov. EOE.

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