[Hidden-tech] Job Opening: Database Manager/Web Developer at National Priorities Project

[Allen Belkin]

National Priorities Project
Job Description
Database Manager / Web Developer

INTRODUCTION
National Priorities Project (NPP) makes complex federal budget information
transparent and accessible so people can prioritize and influence how their tax
dollars are spent.  We hold the vision of an informed and engaged democracy
where all people affected by federal spending priorities have the ability and
opportunity to shape our nation's budget.  Located in Northampton, MA, since
1983, NPP focuses on the personal and societal impact of federal spending at the
national, state, congressional district and local levels. Find out more at
http://www.nationalpriorities.org.
  
The Database Manager/Web Developer is responsible for overseeing the growth and
maintenance of the NPP Database and Tradeoffs.  The database contains
socio-economic and federal expenditure data and statistics, including sources
and related links, at state-level in 10 issue areas; county-level in 8 issue
areas; and at school district level in the issue area of education.  This
position is also responsible for conceiving and executing creative tools and
web-based applications that allow the data to come alive and be used by a
diverse constituency.

RESPONSIBILITIES
	
1.	Oversee the development and maintenance of both the content and
structure of the NPP Database
2.	Collect, organize and input large quantities of data and statistics at
the state, county, town and congressional district levels
3.	Work with other organizations around the data and statistics where
necessary
4.	Work with NPP staff in developing publicity materials, factsheets,
workshops and other marketing work for the NPP Database
5.	Set direction for NPP in collaboration with colleagues
6.	Work to develop web-based tools which utilize the data

QUALIFICATIONS
Required
1. Advanced education in the social sciences with significant research and
quantitative experience;
2. Proficiency with database, spreadsheet and word processing applications;
3. Working knowledge of statistics;
4. Expert with Django-Python and MySQL databases;
5. Basic HTML/CSS skills;
6. Tenacious problem solving skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred
1. Working knowledge of SPSS, SAS, R or other equivalent program;
2. Knowledge of economic or federal budget issues;
3. Experience in popular education and/or advocacy work;
4. Experience working in a non-profit organization.

REPORTING AND SUPERVISION
This position reports to the Executive Director and may supervise part-time
interns or volunteers.

HOURS AND COMPENSATION
This position is full-time with medical insurance, dental benefits, and paid
leave. Competitive salary; commensurate with experience.

HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and cover letter, the names and phone numbers of two
references via email or regular mail to:  

Kristine Elinevsky, Director of Administration & Finance
National Priorities Project
243 King Street, Suite 109
Northampton, MA 01002
kris at nationalpriorities.org

NPP will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to accept
resumes until the position is filled.  NPP is committed to a multicultural
staff.  People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.