Data Scientist, Principal

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) Office of Research and Innovation seeks a Data Scientist at the Principal level. The role requires a deeply curious person with strong statistical analytical and programming skills and will be responsible for collecting processing analyzing and interpreting large datasets to support the mission of ARC the regional planning and inter-governmental coordination agency for the 11-county Atlanta region. ARCs mission is to consider issues from a regional perspective and work with community partners to plan the investments and programs needed to improve quality of life for all residents of the Atlanta Region.

Data collection and cleaning: Collect structured unstructured and spatial data from public administrative and proprietary sources ensuring accuracy and completeness. Create novel databases and geographic features using web scraping crowd sourcing or other techniques. Clean raw data for processing and analysis.
Data management: Aggregate transform and organize data. Conduct geoprocessing (such as spatial merges and joins). Organize data and metadata.
Statistical analysis: Perform rigorous descriptive and predictive data analysis. Validate and refine models to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Data visualization: Create interactive data visualizations and dashboards to translate findings to stakeholders. Present complex data in an understandable manner.
Communication: Prepare written and presented content to summarize key findings. Communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences using data storytelling.
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to identify data needs and deliver data-driven solutions.
Continuous learning: Stay updated on the field of data science. Engage in continuous learning and professional development.

Education: Masters degree in Data Science Urban or Regional Planning Economics Mathematics Computer Science or a related field.
Experience: Two years of experience in data science data analytics or a related field.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

CV cover letter writing sample (peer-reviewed technical report web publication etc) skills assessment (respond to a data analysis request provide sample code create visualizations and write a short narrative report)
Technical Skills:
o Quantitative research design and methodologies including statistical and machine learning techniques.
o Statistical software and programming languages such as Python R SQL Stata and/or SPSS.
o Spatial analysis in ArcGIS.
o Developing or maintaining interactive applications (such as data visualizations) using JavaScript platforms or other code-based tools.
o Familiarity with no-code and low-code tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
o Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
o Knowledge of natural language processing machine learning and generative artificial intelligence
o Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS Google Cloud or Azure.
Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving critical thinking and capability to interpret complex data sets.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present data findings clearly and concisely.
Soft Skills: High attention to detail strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Adaptability curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Additional Information

About ARC:

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the regions success including growth and development transportation water resources services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the regions collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.

ARC Strategic Framework

Vision ONE great REGION

Mission Statement

The Atlanta Regional Commission fosters thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative data-informed planning and investments.

Our Goals

1. Healthy safe livable communitiesin the Atlanta metro area.
2. Strategic investmentsin people infrastructure mobility and preserving natural resources.
3. Regional services delivered withoperational excellenceandefficiency.
4. Diverse stakeholders engageand take a regional approach to solve local issues.
5. A competitive economythat is inclusive innovative and resilient.

Our Core Values

Excellence A commitment to doing our best and going above and beyond in every facet of our work allowing for innovative practices and actions to be created while ensuring our agencys and our colleagues success.

Equity We represent a belief that there are some things which people should have that there are basic needs that should be fulfilled that burdens and rewards should not be spread too divergently across the community and that policy should be directed with impartiality fairness and justice towards these ends.

Integrity In our conduct communication and collaboration with each other and the regions residents we will act with consistency honesty transparency fairness and accountability within and across each of our responsibilities and functions.

Application Process:

The Atlanta Regional Commission is looking for individuals who enjoy working in a public service environment where the mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Atlanta serves as a forum where leaders come together to discuss and act on issues of regionwide consequence so it is important that our staff share the public entrepreneurial spirit that defines ARC.

As an Equal Opportunity EmployerARC does not discriminate on the basis of race color age national origin sex religion or disability.

For questions about recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application interview or testing process please contact ARC at or Human Resources via email at .