Demographic and Planning Projections Expert

DLR Group

Charlotte, NC

Full Time

Senior

28 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. We are seeking an experienced Planning Projections / Demographic Expert to join DLR Group, focusing on public practices including Justice + Civic, Higher Education, and K-12 Education market sectors. The role involves leading data analysis and forecasting efforts that inform facility planning through evidence-based population projections, demographic analysis, and caseload forecasting solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Collaboratively work with integrated teams of architects, engineers, and specialty consultants
Collect, clean, and validate diverse datasets from various public & private sources
Develop and refine statistical models to forecast future educational & secure treatment populations
Incorporate factors such as demographics, crime rates, sentencing guidelines, and release rates into projections
Analyze historical enrollment, caseload data, including case types, dispositions, and processing times
Identify trends, patterns, and correlations within the education & justice system data
Create clear and informative visualizations to communicate findings effectively
Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings, trends, and recommendations
Present insights to stakeholders, including policymakers and administrators
Develop and implement statistical models to predict future court caseloads & enrollment rates
Consider factors such as population growth, economic conditions, and legislative changes
Evaluate the accuracy and reliability of forecasts through statistical analysis
Support facility planning teams with data-driven decision-making tools
Contribute to research initiatives and thought leadership in education and justice facility planning
Conduct post-occupancy evaluations to validate projection accuracy
Mentor team members on data analysis and projection methodologies
Support cost estimation through accurate population and spatial need assessments

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in statistics, data science, economics, or related field
5+ years of experience in data analysis, population projections, or demographic forecasting
Knowledge of statistical software (e.g., R, Python, SAS)
Experience with data mining techniques and predictive modeling
Experience with public sector projects and stakeholder engagement
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills

Nice to Have

Actuary
Master's degree in statistics, data science, economics, or related field
Experience with geographic information systems (GIS)
Knowledge of specific correctional data systems and reporting standards
Familiarity with data privacy and security best practices
Experience with legal databases and case management systems
Professional certification in data analysis or related field
Background in criminal justice or public policy
Strong understanding of criminal justice systems and incarceration trends, court systems and caseload analysis methodologies, and relevant policy factors affecting justice populations
Familiarity with facility planning principles
Knowledge of justice system operations and procedures
Experience with secure facility needs assessment
Understanding of behavioral health impacts on justice populations
Research experience in justice system trends
Publication history in relevant professional journals
Experience with grant writing and funding applications
Professional affiliation with criminal justice or data science organizations

Working at DLR Group

DLR Group is an employee-owned firm that champions true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology. The company values commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, and teamwork. They follow a four-day in-office work model with flexibility for remote work on Fridays. DLR Group is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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