Intern - Research Data Assistant (2 Vacancies)

Job Description:

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region’s success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region’s collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.
The ARC Forecasting and Modeling Group is seeking two part-time, temporary individual to be responsible for spatial data collection and processing to support land use model development, and socioeconomic forecasting within Research and Analytics Department.
The ideal candidate for this position will be familiar with various local government data, including parcels, tax digest, zoning, land use and census data, understand data management, and have the skills to process related data using ESRI ArcGIS applications. To be successful, the candidate should have solid time management skills, ability to work independently and possess a desire to learn, overcome challenges and solve problems.

This temporary position is not eligible for benefits, working up to 29 hours per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collects and processes various spatial data, including census data, parcel data, tax digests, zoning data, land use data, group quarters, college enrollment, and regional growth data;
• Supports population & employment estimation, socioeconomic forecasting, land use modeling, and analysis of regional growth scenarios;
• Performs other duties as assigned to support agency goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursing an undergraduate or graduate degree in city and regional planning, urban studies, public policy technology, GIS, and/or statistics;

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree candidate in city and regional planning, urban studies, public policy, GIS or statistics or related field;
• Working experience and knowledge in spatial economics, city and regional planning, urban studies, land use modeling, transportation modeling, statistical analysis, and database management;
• Experience using census data and various local government data.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap or Pro) proficiency;
• Possess strong analytical and technical skills;
• Possess strong oral and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to establish priorities and organize work;
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently with general instructions;
• Ability to work well in a team environment;

Additional Information

About ARC:

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region’s success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region’s collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.

ARC Strategic Framework

Vision — ONE great REGION

Mission Statement

The Atlanta Regional Commission fosters thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative, data-informed planning and investments.

Our Goals

• Healthy, safe, livable communities in the Atlanta metro area.

• Strategic investments in people, infrastructure, mobility, and preserving natural resources.

• Regional services delivered with operational excellence and efficiency.

• Diverse stakeholders engage and take a regional approach to solve local issues.

• A competitive economy that is inclusive, innovative, and resilient.

Our Core Values

Excellence | A commitment to doing our best and going above and beyond in every facet of our work allowing for innovative practices and actions to be created while ensuring our agency’s and our colleague’s success.

Equity | We represent a belief that there are some things which people should have, that there are basic needs that should be fulfilled, that burdens and rewards should not be spread too divergently across the community, and that policy should be directed with impartiality, fairness and justice towards these ends.

Integrity | In our conduct, communication, and collaboration with each other and the region’s residents, we will act with consistency, honesty, transparency, fairness and accountability within and across each of our responsibilities and functions.

Application Process:

The Atlanta Regional Commission is looking for individuals who enjoy working in a public service environment where the mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Atlanta region. ARC serves as a forum where leaders come together to discuss and act on issues of regionwide consequence, so it is important that our staff share the public entrepreneurial spirit that defines ARC.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ARC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex, religion or disability.

For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please contact ARC at 404-463-3100 or Human Resources via email at hr@atlantaregional.org.

ARC offers our full-time regular employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more!