Share Email Opening Title Associate Director, CARDD, Application Close: August 12, 2024  Ministry Team Center for Analytics, Research & Development, and Data (CARDD) United Church of Christ, National Ministries   Reports To Director, CARDD   FLSA Status Exempt   Salary Grade 9   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio   Starting Salary $68,839-$76,937   Description GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Center for Analytics, Research & Development, and Data is a church-wide resource whose mission is to gather, provide, and interpret information and trends for the purpose of illuminating the past, realizing the present, and envisioning the future of the United Church of Christ in the larger social context. CARDD aspires to build a culture of assessment and a unified, collaborative information network across all settings of the United Church of Christ.   The role of the Associate Director is to support the team’s collection, maintenance, and analysis of data for wider church use. Specifically, this includes overseeing data management programs and infrastructure, including the denominational database, and providing access to data in a usable format for ongoing research needs and in response to specific queries. The individual in this position also serves as managing editor of the UCC Yearbook & Directory.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide centralized oversight of the denominational database across both CARDD and MESA, including user management and training of churches, associations, conferences and national staff, working to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data. In consultation with the CARDD Director and MESA Team Leader, contribute strategy and vision for the continued expansion and updating of the centralized UCC database, which currently encompasses the Data Hub, Ministerial Profiles, and Church Profiles Facilitates regular collaboration between CARDD and MESA in support of the teams’ shared database and potential research projects that incorporates both teams’ data Manage relationship with IT consultant/personnel as related to database Cultivates personal connections and coordinates with colleagues who manage large databases across the UCC Serve as the managing editor of the Yearbook & Directory by overseeing and coordinating the data collection process, production, and printing Serves as a resource regarding administrative policies and practices related to data usage and distribution Provide access to data in a usable format for ongoing research needs and in response to specific queries Assist in developing resources and interpreting available data for use by the wider church in collaboration with director Supervise CARDD Office Coordinator for Projects and Research Participate in professional religious research organizations such as the Association of Statisticians of American Religious Bodies (ASARB), the Religious Research Association (RRA) and others as deemed necessary Provide oversight for and representation of the CARDD office when the CARDD director is not in the office for extended time periods Perform other duties as assigned   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position. Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Psychology or related field of social science or equivalent combination of experience. Master’s degree preferred. Excellent computer skills: experience in creating and manipulating databases and spreadsheets, using statistical packages, using Microsoft Office Suite Ability to manage projects by coordinating people and resources and delegating tasks Knowledge of and experience in performing intermediate statistical analysis Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as well as independently Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects with daily workload Desire and sensitivity to work in diverse racial, ethnic, cultural and religious settings with commitment to pluralism in the workplace as well as in one’s understanding of mission Ability to travel within the United States as necessary   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum five years’ experience in social science research; church-related research preferable Experience in Microsoft Access and SPSS Understanding of the polity and structures of the United Church of Christ OTHER: This position is based in Cleveland, OH and requires at least 3 days/in the office. COVID-19 vaccination is required for employment (proof of record will be requested during the onboarding process).   This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and are subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility. It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of the UCC by being attentive to self-care, education, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and the importance of referring those in need to supportive and helpful resources.   Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health, dental, life insurance, and pension benefits   Application Deadline August 12, 2024   About the Organization The United Church of Christ Our faith is 2000 years old. Our thinking is not. We believe in God's Continuing Testament. We believe in Extravagant Welcome We believe the church's mission is to Change Lives   EOE Statement The United Church of Christ National Setting celebrates diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the broad spectrum of our diverse society. We endeavor to recruit employees from backgrounds that vary by race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, genetic information, past, present or future service in the uniformed services, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. We are proud to be a multicultural, multiracial, open and affirming, accessible to all, equal opportunity employer.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://UCC.appone.com

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