Job Type: Regular Survey Coordinator II Main responsibilities of a Survey Coordinator II are management of small data collection projects and assisting Survey Research Group staff with management of medium to large data collection projects. This Coordinator will spend approximately 50% time coordinating surveys for RAND Survey Panels. Tasks include preparing surveys for programming and providing input on survey design, testing programmed surveys, interacting with clients, communicating with panelists to encourage survey completion, participating in research design discussions, project management, recruiting and training data collection staff, some budget monitoring, some support of proposal tasks, authoring reports or client summaries. Requires a strong commitment to RAND’s core values of quality and objectivity. Some travel may be required. Responsibilities include: Participating in research design discussions Project management Recruiting, training, and supervision data collection staff Budget monitoring Proposal support Interacting with clients Authoring reports or summaries Education: BA/BS degree required. MA/MS preferred, Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience preferred. Must have experience managing a data collection project. Must be familiar with best practices in social science or policy research methods. Familiar with at least one computer-assisted interview application. Bilingual Spanish or Chinese a plus Advanced users of Microsoft Office and advanced users of spreadsheets Good verbal and written communication skills Location: Santa Monica Salary Range: $62,700 - 93,500 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet RAND is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous. RAND’s research and analysis address issues that impact people everywhere, including security, health, education, sustainability, growth, and development. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, RAND has approximately 1,775 people from approximately 55 countries working in offices in North America, Europe and Australia, with annual revenues of $356.2 million. RAND is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and committed to the public interest. Our research is sponsored by government agencies, international organizations, and foundations. We rely on philanthropic support to pursue visionary ideas; address critical problems that are under-researched; and devise innovative approaches for solving acute, complex, or provocative policy challenges. RAND values objectivity and integrity in both its research processes and internal interactions. We emphasize a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff. RAND's reputation is built on quality and objectivity. RAND provides an exciting intellectual environment and opportunities for career growth. We hire highly qualified applicants and provide challenging assignments. Diversity is an essential operating principle at RAND. We look for unique backgrounds, original views, and diversity in academic training, work experience, and ideological outlook. We are committed to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. RAND is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at (310) 393-0411 or at jobs@rand.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Posted: Oct. 30, 2024, 4:19 a.m.
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