TITLE: Senior Research Analyst (PS-3)

SALARY: $90,943.66

GRADE: Local 2- PS3

LOCATION: Washington, D.C.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW: We are the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), a union of about 2 million diverse members in healthcare, the public sector, and property services. We believe in and fight for our Vision for a Just Society: where all workers are valued and all people respected—no matter where we come from or what color we are; where all families and communities can thrive; and where we leave a better and more equitable world for generations to come. We are an anti-racist union determined to check corporate power and uproot structural racism through unions—worker power and collective action—and government—legislative and political action. We fight for Unions for All and a Government that Works for All so that all of us, across race and place, can have power together in unions and participate fully in our democracy. 

PURPOSE: SEIU’s Strategic Initiatives Department seeks a Senior Research Analyst (PS-3) to join its Cross Division Research Team. This person will lead research in support of organizing campaigns, collective bargaining, and other activities 1) within the Department, 2) across SEIU's industries and campaigns, and 3) alongside SEIU Local Unions and Affiliates. This position is based in Washington, DC.

Primary Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples below provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)

Provide advanced research services requiring significant expertise in industries, companies, public jurisdictions, and issue areas; sophisticated strategic analysis and targeting ability; broad and well-developed technical skills; and substantial experience working with other International staff and Local Unions.  
Initiate and oversee major internal and external projects supporting organizing and contract campaigns.   Conduct in-depth industry or topical studies.   Develop and refine databases, research systems, and methods.   Provide advanced research support to other International and Local Union staff and leaders, including sophisticated analyses and expert technical support in organizing campaigns, contract negotiations, arbitration hearings, and other public settings.   Assist in the development, planning, and coordination of Department workflow and activities.  Mentor Field Researchers and Research Analysts on sources, methods, and analysis.   Assist in the day-to-day guidance, training, and development of other Department staff.   Participate in SEIU interdepartmental work groups.   Represent SEIU in external forums and maintain relationships with other unions, outside consultants, academics, issue activists, and other union allies in support of SEIU organizing and contract campaigns and issue areas.   Perform other duties as required to support the Department and its mission.

Contacts: SEIU and affiliate staff, consultants, academics, activists, and other officials and experts on research issues.

Direction and Decision Making: This position reports to the Senior Research Coordinator for the Cross Division Research Team and works independently. 

Education and Experience: 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in economics, business, or other related areas and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant research experience, including experience directing and evaluating the work of others. Or a Master’s degree in economics, business administration, political science, or other related areas and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant research experience, including experience directing and evaluating the work of others. Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities: 

Thorough knowledge of strategic and qualitative analysis.   Thorough knowledge of financial and data analysis.   Knowledge of economic policies and statistical analysis.   Ability to perform strategic and statistical analysis.   Ability to produce quality research reports and materials.   Ability to serve as project manager and see projects through to completion.   Ability to design, plan, and implement tasks for research projects.   Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; proven presentation skills.   Ability to analyze data and develop logical solutions.   Technical writing and editing skills.   Advanced skills in the use of personal computers for financial and data analysis.   Advanced skill in the use of spreadsheets, databases, database management systems, presentation software and on-line information sources.

Physical Requirements: Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and travel required.