Description
Plan and execute data collection projects in three or more aspects of survey research using complex designs (i.e., sampling, data collection, coding, data processing, application programming, analysis, methodology) that requires interpreting/solving more complex, less clearly-defined issues. Coordinates with primary research staff and other operations personnel in the management of projects generally with budgets totaling $1,000,000 to $2,000,000, with increasing authority, accountability and decision-making regarding budget, purchases, and hiring of staff. Is an effective team leader, relying on guidance only in aspects or areas outside primary technical specialty. Employees in this classification typically analyze, compare and evaluate various courses of action and have the authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities. Primary activities and decision making authority are predominantly performed independently affecting business operations to a substantial degree. Under FLSA, this is the exempt job classification for this title. Incumbents in this position must meet the full criteria for exempt status: salary level, salary basis, and duties tests.