Requirements:

• Master's degree or PhD in public policy, sociology, economics, geography, urban planning, social work, or related subject area.

• Typically requires six or more years of confirmed experience in community development, government, finance, research, or related field; with PhD, requires two or more years of work experience in community development, government, finance, research, or related field.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in a wide range of community and economic development issues, such as structural barriers to employment, workforce development, poverty, small businesses, neighborhood and regional planning, community-engaged research.

• Demonstrated experience initiating and conducting independent quantitative and qualitative research projects.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Strong data analysis skills and experience with data analytics software (e.g., Python, SAS, STATA, R), big data, GIS mapping, survey techniques.

• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, writing, and editing skills.

• Experience working with a wide range of CD partners, ranging from banks, foundations, government, nonprofits, CDFIs.

• Demonstrated public speaking and facilitation skills.

• Excellent collaboration and relationship building skills.

• Experience with a variety of data sources including Census and BLS.

• Comfort working independently with minimal direct supervision.

• U.S. Citizenship or a Green Card Holder with the intent to become a U.S. Citizen is required.

• Willing and able to travel up to 15%.

Base Salary Range: Min: $117,800 - Mid: $153,000 - Max: $188,200 (Location: San Francisco). Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.

We offer a wonderful benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account, Backup Child Care Program, Pre-Tax Day Care Flexible Spending Account, Paid Family Care Leave, Vacation Days, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Pet Insurance, Matching 401(k), and Retirement/Pension.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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