Demographic Research & Planning Specialist

Position Title :

Demographic Research & Planning Specialist

Owners Team

Client / Program :

Los Angeles Unified School District – Master Planning & Development

Position Location : Los Angeles Area

Position Start Date :

Approximately January

Salary $127,000 to $129,000 per year as a full-time employee, depending on experience. Full company benefits, including 10 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days.

Company medical / dental insurance and 401K plan

DACM Project Management, Inc. is a full-service program and project construction management company established in 1987.

Position Overview :

The successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the LAUSD Facilities Program

Position Functions :

1. Perform the collection, research and analysis of a broad range of demographic data sources

such as student records, population data sets obtained from the district and local and state agencies

2. Generate reports, graphs and charts to collate information collected and develop presentations

3. Use statistical analysis and develop student projections and enrollment by school or cluster for

proposed boundary changes

4. Compile and assess demographic research and statistical studies involving projections in

enrollment fluctuations at schools and various areas in the district

5. Participate in summaries and other written materials to ensure the access to demographic

information and allow stakeholders to make informed decisions

6. Analyze proposals for attendance zone changes and its effect on planning for school construction projects

7. Respond to inquiries related to zoning and enrollment data, including demographic and geographic issues from district staff and outside agencies

8. Participate in field on-site surveys to determine demographic and geographic student population data and project classroom capacities

9. Develop and maintain zone grid maps to determine school locations, boundaries for the district

10. Maintain quality control of maps and documents

11. Perform other related tasks required.