University of Utah

Deputy Director of Economic Research. Associate Director, Research & Science. The Gardner Institute strives to be Utah’s preeminent public policy institute and develop economic and public policy research that sheds light and helps people make informed decisions.. The Deputy Director will work on the Economic Research Team to conduct research in areas of economics and public policy, including regional economics, economic and fiscal impact analyses, economic development, and public finance.. Manage research projects and work with the Director of Economic Research to supervise the work of economic and public policy professionals.

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University of Utah Deputy Director of Economic Research Salt Lake City , Utah Apply Now Job Title Associate Director, Research & Science
Working Title Deputy Director of Economic Research
Job Grade H
FLSA Code Executive
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 01599 - The Policy Institute
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 120,000 to 138,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute exists to serve Utah and help our state prosper. The Gardner Institute strives to be Utah’s preeminent public policy institute and develop economic and public policy research that sheds light and helps people make informed decisions. The Deputy Director will work on the Economic Research Team to conduct research in areas of economics and public policy, including regional economics, economic and fiscal impact analyses, economic development, and public finance. The Deputy Director will also assist the Director with project management, operations of the team, development and implementation of the team and institute’s goals, and collaboration within the institute and our clients and other stakeholders.
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute subscribes to five committable core values. We call them committable values because we make serious personnel and project decisions based on these values. We call them core because we integrate them into everything we do. They are internal values, but are reflected externally in the products and services we provide to the community. Taken together, our committable core values define who we are, how we conduct ourselves, and what comprises our work culture.
Responsibility to the community
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute exists to serve Utah and help our state prosper. While we make a contribution to regional, national and international public policy issues, we focus on assisting communities of interest within our state make informed decisions.
Research integrity and relevance
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute adheres to ethical principles and professional standards essential for responsible research. We value independent, relevant, meaningful, and understandable work.
Accountability
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute holds employees responsible for being continually productive in the work setting, being fiscally responsible, and delivering high quality products and services to the community, university, Eccles School, donors, and clients.
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute actively partners with people and organizations on campus and in the community to achieve our vision and mission. We believe teamwork among our staff will provide the best research and foster success.
Positive and passionate
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute employs people who are deeply committed to their craft and contribute to a positive and respectful work environment. We seek a congenial workplace where individual differences are both respected and celebrated, and we have fun along the way.
Responsibilities
Conduct research and analysis in areas of economics and public policy, including regional economics, economic impact analyses, economic development, and economic forecasting.
Assist with operations and logistics of the Economic Research Team such as preparing contracts, grants, and scopes of work.
Manage research projects and work with the Director of Economic Research to supervise the work of economic and public policy professionals.
Review and advise on research methodologies throughout lifecycle of research projects.
Provide feedback and edits on reports before publication.
Ensure quality customer service to those within the Gardner Institute, the University, and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with professional staff and stakeholders to help business and community leaders -and the public at large – make informed decisions.
Assist in setting and achieving the Economic Research Team’s goals and supporting the institute’s strategic plan.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus 6-8 years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, public policy, or public administration, a related area, or equivalency required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); effective interpersonal and communication skills; proficient in data analytics and visualization; demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees or projects to effectively develop team members and produce high-quality research and analytics.
Knowledge of the Utah economy and public sector; master’s degree in economics, business, public policy, public administration, or a related area; familiarity with REMI PI+ and IMPLAN ; Coding/programming experience in Python and R.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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