Re: Job opening at Metropolitan Council, St Paul, MN - Principal Forecaster

Todd

Thanks for the note. If we can point any alums your way, we will.

I'm beginning to wonder about how we might be able to ramp up an
intensive training program to make it possible to train people more
effectively to respond to demand. Maybe we should be thinking about
creating some kind of intensive certificate program...?

Paul

Todd Graham wrote:
> Paul, David, Alan, et al:
> Attached describes an opportunity now open at Metropolitan Council in
> St Paul, MN.
>
> We are planning now for our next major forecast revision for the Twin
> Cities region. Our objective is to have a disaggregate micro-simulation
> model that incorporates discrete choice methods and that can interface
> with the Council's transportation model. Unless we find alternatives
> (?), UrbanSim seems to be the direction we're heading... And so I'm
> looking for talent that can prepare, implement, calibrate and manage a
> demographic and land use forecast model.
>
> If you have a list of UrbanSim "alumni," I'd appreciate your help
> publicizing the openings or referring candidates.
>
> I am posting this announcement to the "workshop" list as well.
>
> --Todd Graham
> Research Manager
> Metropolitan Council
>
>
> __________________
>
> Notice of Job Opening
> INTERNAL/EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY
>
> Position: Research Analyst (Principal Forecaster) Requisition No:
> 290779
> Salary Range: $51,952 - $77,928
> Application Deadline: November 10, 2006
>
> Position Summary:
> Provides expertise and project leadership for demographic forecasting,
> socio-economic modeling, development and re-development monitoring, and
> land supply analysis. Provides consultation to clients in the
> application of research to regional growth strategy and planning.
> Possesses principal responsibility for the Council's regional forecasts,
> including scoping and implementation of a new disaggregate
> micro-simulation model (e.g., UrbanSim) for demographic and land use
> forecasts. Leads the demographic and geographic forecast modeling of
> major revisions (2-3 times per decade) of Council's forecasts, working
> with team to assess, analyze and organize data inputs needed by the
> forecast model. Participates as forecast expert in regional system plan
> development (transportation and water resources) and local comprehensive
> plan review and coordinates minor/interim forecast revisions. Provides
> consultation and support for other Council projects.
>
> Education/Training & Experience Requirements:
> * Master's degree in demography, geography, applied economics,
> statistics, a related social science, or urban planning.
> * Minimum Five (5) years of professional experience in research,
> analysis, government statistics, and/or data management which includes 2
> years of experience in each of the following areas:
> Specialized experience in research project design and management,
> Demographic forecasting
> Model-building
> Advanced statistical analysis (regression, log-linear, cluster
> analysis, factor analysis, etc.).
> * Inter-disciplinary knowledge of current regional science theory
> and methods, as well as understanding of metropolitan growth
> management.
> * Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Access, SAS for
> statistical analysis, and programming tools (VBA/VB C++, Python, Perl or
> similar).
>
> Preferred Qualifications:
> * Ph.D. in field preferred.
> * Preference given for experience in land use econometrics,
> spatial analysis (ArcGIS), or spatial econometrics.
>
> A combination of Education and years of relevant experience may be
> considered.
>
> How To Apply: For consideration, applicants must submit a completed
> Metropolitan Council Employment Application and Resume by the posting
> closing date to:
> Metropolitan Council
> 390 North Robert Street, St. Paul, MN 55101
> Email: brenda.mccoy_at_metc.state.mn.us
> Fax: 651-602-1071 Phone: 651-602-1368
>
> Clearly indicate the job title and requisition number on information
> submitted. Internal applicants must also include employee/badge ID
> number. Candidates who do not submit the required information by the
> closing date will not be considered. Please visit our website at
> www.metrocouncil.org for more information about this position and for
> employment application forms. Employment application forms are also
> available by calling 651-602-1368.
>
>
>
Received on Wed Oct 11 2006 - 20:58:51 PDT