Vacancy Announcement at BNIA

UB Vacancy Announcement
Data Manager
Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance - Jacob France Institute
Vacancy #: 2008-042B
Regular exempt position with benefits package
Open Date: 10/26/07; Closing Date: 11/9/07
Annual Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000

The Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance – Jacob France Institute (BNIA-JFI) is a unique research center that is part of the University of Baltimore. We are a member of the Urban Institute National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership (NNIP) that is dedicated to collecting, analyzing and disseminating community and neighborhood level data. For more information about BNIA-JFI, visit http://www.ubalt.edu/bnia.

TO APPLY: Include your Vacancy Number on all correspondence and in your e-mail subject line. Submit resume and cover letter to hrresume@ubalt.edu, or mail to:
Human Resources, VA 2008-042B
University of Baltimore
1420 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
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DESCRIPTION:
The Data Manager is a full-time, technical position responsible for the day-to-day technical leadership of BNIA-JFI’s database environment and design and maintenance of a neighborhood level database warehouse. The Data Manager works with BNIA-JFI staff to develop and maintain all data, monitor datasets, provide quality control, and plan for future data/technology needs. Duties include:

• Develop and maintain the Vital Signs data warehouse, documenting and integrating data from a variety of primary and secondary sources.
• Work collaboratively with BNIA-JFI staff to identify and secure appropriate data sources to incrementally expand the data warehouse. Determine data protocols to address confidentiality issues. Work with staff in data analysis strengths/limitations, and best data dissemination techniques.
• Processes, geo-codes, and “cleans” data as needed.
• Ensure that data are properly geo-coded, reliable, and complies with federal and state standards in regards to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Work with staff to integrate data warehouse data sets into GIS format.
• Work with staff to develop the BNIA-JFI website including interactive mapping capabilities and datasets.
• Work with staff to fulfill data requests and provide assistance and training where required
• Staffs BNIA-JFI’s Data Committee

QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in social research, geography, information systems, planning, or a related field and 2 years of experience in database management, spatial and statistical analysis. Advanced degree preferred. Required skills and knowledge include: web design and programming skills, knowledge of GIS mapping applications, proficiency in MS Office Suite and statistical software, ability to communicate data and technical issues to persons with a range of data expertise, ability to work both independently and as a team-member within tight timeframes, and excellent writing and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have interest in issues related to urban areas, neighborhoods, housing, education, health, and other social issues.

BENEFITS:
· Excellent State Health benefits packages, including health, life, disability insurance
· Choice of retirement plans
· Tuition remission at any University System of Maryland institution
· Generous leave package includes 15 sick days, 22 vacation days, 3 personal days and state holidays

TO APPLY: Include your Vacancy Number on all correspondence and in your e-mail subject line. Submit resume and cover letter to hrresume@ubalt.edu, or mail to:
Human Resources, VA 2008-042B
University of Baltimore
1420 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

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