Data Analytics MAP Intern (PartTime-19)

General Description
Performs support duties in an agency in order to gain knowledge, skills and professional experience. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures. Work is reviewed through observation of performance, frequent conferences and reports.

Primary Responsibilities 

New exciting internship position is at the intersection of economics, transportation, and public policy.  Help us tell the story of the economic benefits that the new Mobility Advancement Program (MAP) initiative provides in Broward County. Take advantage of this opportunity to develop data collection and analytical processes, form relationships with leading industry organizations, municipalities, and agencies within Broward County to acquire project-specific data analysis skills, conduct independent research, and become an integral part of an innovative data analysis team.

The successful Intern will be professional, motivated and energetic. The intern will be responsible for managing a large volume of data involving collection and data management that require considerable knowledge of administrative and clerical duties such as gathering and organizing data to provide information for MAP related special projects or reports. Intern will also assist in preparing written reports, researching trends, and evaluating economic development issues in support of the MAP team.

This role will offer exposure to economic impact modeling software using an in-place standardized methodology. You will have the support of experienced senior staff that will train you to develop economic impact simulations or expand your existing skill set.

The new Data Analytics MAP Intern will perform the following analytical tasks:
* Assist in developing MAP data collection processes.
* Collect data from various sources and contacts to perform the necessary various analysis.
* Coordinate with Broward County agencies and municipalities to obtain project specific MAP data.
* Determine appropriate industry classifications, annual spend, and locational designation of MAP projects.
* Perform data analytics for MAP projects to provide reports concerning the economic impact.
* Determine how the MAP projects are increasing employment opportunities, changes in area income levels, and direct and indirect social impacts; analyze employment statistics, income facts, and supply and demand of labor, and tax revenues.
* Perform economic impact analysis that will continue throughout the MAP projects and will help to increase community support for these projects.
* Share data and potentially present findings with our Economic Development Team as well as Outreach team to be used to tell the short and long stories of the economic impact of Small Business participation in MAP beyond.
* Creating and maintaining a directory of industry specific organizations and interest groups.
* Coordinate with MAP staff to provide data for presentations for the MAP Oversight Board, municipal partners and local interest groups.
* Researching and identifying key industry leaders locally and state-wide for MAP related services.
* Prepare scorecards, online-dashboards, Storyboards and reports to share research and analysis findings.
* Create GIS mappings or data sets to demonstrate spatial impacts.
* Execute automated data reporting processes using PowerBI, Tableua, or similar analytical software.
* Advanced use of excel, access and other data management tools as skills permit.
* Prepare special projects in ad-hoc data analysis if requested by County Commissioners, County Administration or other executives.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Currently enrolled in, or graduated from, a degree-seeking program from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to area of assignment.

OR

Able to meet the qualifications of a County Commission and Human Resources approved internship or apprenticeship program.

Special Certifications and Licenses

None.

Preferences

• IMPLAN Model and/or REMI knowledge/experience preferred
• Microsoft Power BI knowledge/experience preferred
• GIS experience preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

• Applies research techniques and analytical methods to the study of administrative systems, organizational structures, policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.

• Conducts special studies in conjunction with a project; analyzes data and makes recommendations based upon research.

• Responsible for project assignments, research and analysis.

• Provides information and assistance to the general public and other governmental agencies.

• Prepares project reports and related data.

• Provides administrative support to agency.

• Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core Competencies

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.

Emergency Management Responsibilities 

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.