Space Coast FPRA

The Space Coast Economic Development Commission (EDC) has an opening for a Research Specialist.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Senior Director Marketing and Policy Development, this position is responsible for providing statistical support and data as requested, and is responsible for maintaining the most current data on demographics, workforce, housing, education, taxes, incentives, utilities, transportation and quality of life. This position is also responsible for responses to investors and business development clients.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze data on demographics, workforce, housing, education, taxes, incentives, utilities, transportation and quality of life.
• Responsible for intelligence gathering activities that support the EDC’s mission;
• Prepare reports, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text;
• Conduct economic impact analysis as it relates to each individual project
• Respond to all information related inquiries by investors and staff members
• Conduct research for presentations
• Monitor industry statistics and follow trends in trade literature
• Conduct research for EDC research related publications
• Maintain time line and track appropriate distribution dates;

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or related field 
• Must have knowledge of statistical information sources created by both private and government agencies
• Proficient in MS Office and Outlook; knowledge of economic modeling advantageous

Experience: 1-3 years of work experience in similar position.

Special requirements:  Must be available to attend after hours functions as required.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required in addition to those functions stated above.

Contact information:   Interested candidates email resume and cover letter to: DHelton@SpaceCoastEDC.org or mail to:  Space Coast EDC, 597 Haverty Court, Suite 100, Rockledge, FL 32955.