I-Team Economic Analyst (Limited Term Contract)

Limited-term contract position available with the Office of the City Manager, Equity Office located at 414 E. 12th Street. Contract will end in April 2027.
Salary Range: $120,000/year ($10,000/month)
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework available for position.
Application Deadline Date: January 6, 2026


Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains datasets and reproducible models (econometric, cost-benefit, input-output, scenario analysis) to evaluate climate and equity interventions (e.g., energy reduction strategies, energy affordability, tree-canopy investments, transit/mobility improvements).
• Produces forecasts (short- and long-term) of program outcomes (economic, fiscal, employment, mobility, health), including distributional impacts across neighborhoods and historically disadvantaged communities.
• Conducts economic impact assessments for proposed BASC projects and funding applications, translating results into implementation guidance for City leaders.
• Designs and publishes dashboards and visualizations for internal and external stakeholders; update indicators regularly (e.g., climate and equity KPIs).
• Partners with the Civic Designer to integrate qualitative insights (journey maps, service blueprints, etc.) with quantitative findings.
• Co-facilitates research and co-creates sessions that make data understandable and actionable for residents.
• Works closely with the i-team Director to set targets, track progress, and course-correct-aligning analysis with the City's Climate Protection & Resiliency Plan and BASC scope areas (mobility, energy, natural systems, waste & materials, food, homes & buildings).
• Engages community organizations to co-define metrics that reflect racial wealth equity and economic inclusion; produce accessible reports that build trust and enable joint decision-making.
• Supports grant development with evidence, benefit-cost analyses, and performance measurement plans; participate in preparing high-quality deliverables to funders (Bloomberg/JHU and others).
• Builds internal capacity by creating toolkits (templates, data dictionaries, reproducible notebooks) that city departments can reuse.
• Contributes to national I-Team learning networks by sharing methods and results; adopt best practices from peer cities.

Qualifications

Seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

• An accredited Bachelor's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Statistics, Data Science, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Professional experience (3+ years) conducting economic/data analysis and modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to turn complex data into clear insights for decision-makers.
• Proficiency with data software programs (MicroSoft Forms, Qualtrics, etc.), statistical/econometric tools (R or Python; Stata/SAS/SPSS), data visualization (Tableau/Power BI/R/Python), and geospatial analysis (QGIS/ArcGIS).
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, visual), including briefing senior officials and community stakeholders.

Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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