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California School Employees Association

Research Analyst

California School Employees Association, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Job Location : San Jose HQ - San Jose, CA

Position Type : Full Time

Salary Range : $74400.00 - $92169.00 Salary/year

Job Category : Field Operations Description

California School Employees Association Research Analyst - San Jose, CA DEFINITION Independently plans and implements assigned research projects, prepares and issues reports, analyzes external technical studies and research, and develops strategic plans to support Field Operations. This position is supervised by and reports to the Director and Assistant Director of Field Operations.

Role of the Research Analyst The Research Analyst plays a critical strategic role in providing the foundational groundwork for tactical initiatives deployed in the field. This unique position supports field staff and Field Operations leadership by delivering essential data and insights that drives the representational work of the organization.

This dedicated strategic role is expected to work independently with minimal daily supervision. The position demands strong technical and organizational skills, coupled with strong writing and presentation skills when conveying information to staff, executives and rank-and-file members. A comprehensive understanding of current research best practices is essential, and the analyst must be proactive in staying apprised of new tactics in the research field.

The Research Analyst is also responsible for making administrative decisions concerning all non-technical aspects of departmental operations related to their position within general policies established by the department managers.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Organizational Research: Plans and implements assigned research projects, which include but is not limited to the following:

Economic conditions and trends impacting members

Internal membership surveys

State and federal education policy impacts

Priority legislation and legal changes

Wages and compensation analysis

Healthcare research

New member organizing strategies

Decertification prevention efforts

Collective bargaining support

Impasse proceedings analysis

Arbitration case research

Unfair labor practice cases

Employer budget analysis

Political action and electoral campaigns

Issues-based campaigns (retirement security, charter schools, layoffs, AI impacts)

Operational Responsibilities:

Prepare research instruments and draft correspondence

Collect, tabulate, and edit data

Disseminate statistical information

Answering and responding to assigned information requests

Create analytical charts, graphs, and tables

Develop comprehensive reports

Provide staff and membership training

Attend conferences and workshops

Write and edit departmental publications

Assists in the development of other research tools and software

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Basic knowledge of:

Basic principles, procedures, and practices required for data collection, research design, and report preparation

Presenting complex data and synthesizing information for all audiences

Report writing and research methodologies

Statistical methods and proper practices in processing research data

Internet research and navigational methods

Common office software tools including spreadsheets, graphics, and word processing

Federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to school finance

School district budgetary analysis and accounting principles

Database tools related to research information collection

Ability to:

Independently conduct research on assigned projects

Train Association staff and members on research methods and assigned research projects, and speak effectively in front of large and small audiences

Develop reports and other statistical data

Exercise initiative and sound judgment in the performance of duties

Understand and deal effectively with people at all levels using both verbal and written communication

Learn Association history, purpose, function and future goals

Perform complex statistical and survey operations

Carry out all aspects of the job on demand or at regularly scheduled intervals while independently managing key timelines

Conceive and prepare graphic interpretations of statistical data

Adjust to peak workloads and work occasional irregular hours

EDUCATION Equivalent to the possession of a BA/BS in public administration, business administration, library science, mathematics or related major.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years of recent experience in research. Experience working with statistical software programs is desirable.

A demonstrated passion for and curiosity about the labor movement.

Proficiency in MS Office 365, Teams, One-Drive and SharePoint.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility, high initiative, attention to detail.

The salary range for the Research Analyst is $74,400 - $92,169. Starting salaries are typically at the first step on our salary range, although consideration may be given for candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience. Additional outstanding benefits include 19 paid holidays, 3 weeks vacation, medical benefits for you and your family, life insurance coverage, a pension plan and a 401(k) plan.

TO APPLY Go to www.csea.com/careers, upload your resume and write a cover letter that explains your qualifications, interest and career goals. Only applications on our website will be considered.

Questions? Contact HR at HREmail@csea.com. Please do not send resumes or other documents to this email.

CSEA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building and supporting a diverse workforce.

This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

EOE/AA

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