Research & Evaluation Specialist

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Position Title: Research & Evaluation Specialist

Reporting to: Research & Evaluation Manager

Location: Bentonville, AR

Salary Range: $55,000-$69,800

Art Bridges Foundation is the vision of philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton. Since 2017, Art Bridges has created and supported projects that bring outstanding works of American art out of storage and into communities. Art Bridges partners with a growing network of over 200 museums of all sizes and locations on nearly 900 projects—impacting more than 5.3 million people across 49 states and Puerto Rico—to provide financial and strategic support for exhibition development, loans from the Art Bridges Collection and Partner Loan Network, and programs designed to educate, inspire, and deepen engagement with local audiences. The Art Bridges Collection represents an expanding vision of American art from the 19th century to present day and encompasses multiple media and voices. For more information, visit artbridgesfoundation.org.

Art Bridges is seeking a skilled Research & Evaluation Specialist to join our dynamic team. As Research & Evaluation Specialist, you will be responsible for analyzing and transforming complex data as well as assisting with the creation of actionable data reporting. Your work will play a crucial role in helping our organization make data-informed decisions and communicate insights effectively to stakeholders. The successful candidate should be a productive, self-directed individual with an attention to detail with a professional and personable communication style. This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys working with data to tell meaningful stories through visualizations and reports.

• Conduct data analysis and maintenance of large data sets including COVES, Art Bridges grant data; incorporate other industry wide data sets as appropriate
• Deliver strategic insights through the extraction, analysis, and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative data gathered from Art Bridges programs to inform strategic questions and deliver actionable analysis in a concise and engaging manner
• Manage the relationships between Art Bridges and data visualization contractors
• Support the development and implementation of internal data collection systems and dashboards via Salesforce as well as strategies that optimize data quality and efficiency
• Develop, deploy, and analyze longitudinal surveys, which may include demographic and socioeconomic data
• Develop and manage a process to intake, prioritize, and deliver timely data analysis and consultation to Art Bridges’ staff
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their data collection needs, providing collaborative and effective evaluation recommendation
• Strengthen Art Bridges’ learning culture by developing opportunities for shared meaning with staff and external partners
• Design and facilitate engaging and effective meetings that support learning, reinforce Art Bridges’ priorities, and drive action
• Develop processes and practices that make Art Bridges’ findings more transparent to external stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail; ability Enthusiasm about joining an organization that is evolving
• Attention to detail, critical-thinker, and problem-solver
• Ability to “self-start” with a high degree of initiative
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in data science, computer science, statistics, information systems, social science, or a related degree with data analysis background; or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge and experience with inferential statistics such as regressions, correlation matrixes, etc.
• Proficiency of statistics programs such as SPSS, R, JASP, or similar programs
• Ability to quickly learn new software and databases
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and abilities to work with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Responsive and personable with internal and external partners
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to think critically and exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems proactively; willingness to learn from mistakes
• Ability to collect, analyze, synthesize and represent quantitative and qualitative data
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to utilize storytelling, data visualization, and other tools to illustrate change and inspire action
• Capacity to effectively use research and evaluation for learning and strategy development
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to move groups from talk to action
• Strong project management skills that include the establishment of milestones, communication plans, and the timely delivery of final products
• Mastery of both quantitative and qualitative methods, including relevant analytical tools (e.g., databases, data visualization, and CSV/spreadsheet formats)
• Ability to determine the appropriate mix of methods to meet information needs including missing data, strong analytical skills, and the capacity to effectively use research and evaluation

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: Position requires utilizing a computer and telephone for prolonged periods of time, good eye/hand coordination, verbal and written conversation with others, and lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision.

Work environment: Work will be performed in an office environment full-time. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Some overnight travel may be necessary on occasion.

At Art Bridges, diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are central to all work and decisions made within our organization. We support our colleagues and partners in learning and growing together to make this important work part of our daily lives.

Art Bridges is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage all qualified applicants including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.