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AARP

State and Community Engagement Analyst

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$75K/yr

... meetings, analyzing and developing reports, and providing recommendations. * Tracks budgets ... Supports multicultural audiences and community partnerships and builds volunteer capacity to design ...

LLNL

Imagery Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

In this role, you will apply strong research, analytic, writing, and communication skills to support sponsor priorities, engage with Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders, and contribute to ...

LLNL

Imagery Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

In this role, you will apply strong research, analytic, writing, and communication skills to support sponsor priorities, engage with Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders, and contribute to ...

LLNL

Imagery Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

In this role, you will apply strong research, analytic, writing, and communication skills to support sponsor priorities, engage with Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders, and contribute to ...

LLNL

Intelligence Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

Comprehensive experience working within or with the Intelligence Community (IC), or equivalent combination of education and experience conducting analysis on national security issues relatedto ...

LLNL

Intelligence Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

Comprehensive experience working within or with the Intelligence Community (IC), or equivalent combination of education and experience conducting analysis on national security issues related to ...

LLNL

Intelligence Analyst: Z Program

Livermore, CA · On-site

Comprehensive experience working within or with the Intelligence Community (IC), or equivalent combination of education and experience conducting analysis on national security issues related to ...

San Diego Community Power

Rates Analyst

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

San Diego Community Power ("Community Power") is seeking a Rates Analyst to join our team of analytics experts who will be responsible for participating in the planning and execution of processes ...

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A Community Analyst monitors, evaluates, and improves online or offline communities by analyzing engagement metrics, user behavior, and feedback. They identify trends, assess community sentiment, and provide insights to enhance participation and growth. Their role often involves reporting on community health, suggesting improvements, and collaborating with teams to optimize communication and engagement strategies.

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Infographic showing various Community Analyst job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,575 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

State and Community Engagement Analyst

Pasadena, CA • On-site

AARP
Non-Profits • 1 - 5K employees
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$75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

AARP rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Responsibilities
  • Supports a business unit by regularly providing operational and administrative support on a variety of projects, programs, and initiatives, including conducting research, summarizing information, creating presentations, facilitating meetings, analyzing and developing reports, and providing recommendations.
  • Tracks budgets, expenditures, and project/program activities. Organizes and maintains necessary technology, systems, and electronic records.
  • Recruits, trains, develops, deploys, and supports volunteers in accordance with organizational goals and in alignment with volunteer interests. Ensures inclusion of volunteer perspectives in strategic planning. Collects and analyzes data to evaluate the progress of volunteer programs.
  • Develops and coordinates specific aspects of training for staff and volunteers in collaboration with others, from conducting needs analysis to determining training needs and priorities, developing training materials, coordinating training schedules, and delivering and assessing training effectiveness.
  • Plans, organizes, and implements projects, following established quality standards while remaining in scope, meeting project timelines, and communicating milestones and outcomes. Organizes project teams with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on project goals.
  • Works with staff, volunteers, members, chapters, volunteer programs, and other cross-functional teams to achieve the organization's goals and establish a presence for the organization in targeted communities. Supports multicultural audiences and community partnerships and builds volunteer capacity to design and execute engaging community programs and events.
  • Partners with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., cross-functional teams, volunteers, members, partners, etc.) to achieve the organization's volunteer and community engagement goals at the state and local levels.

Qualifications
  • Completion of a Bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, business, nonprofit management, public policy, social sciences, or related discipline, and a minimum of 3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of training, including Military and/or related experience to the duties of the position.
  • Comfortable working with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, and community members.
  • Experience developing, leading, and supporting volunteer teams, including volunteer recruitment, engagement, and supervision
    Ability to work effectively in a matrix management environment with staff and volunteers across multiple regions and teams.
  • Strong relationship-building and partnership development skills with community organizations, coalitions, public agencies, and stakeholders.
  • Project management and organizational skills, including coordinating meetings, events, volunteers, reporting, and follow-up activities.
    Skilled in Microsoft 365 software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote

Preferred
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency preferred.
  • Experience working with diverse communities and demonstrating measurable community impact.
  • Some knowledge and understanding of local community services' environment is preferred.
  • Experience applying AI-enabled tools to support outreach campaigns, strengthen community engagement, improve operational effectiveness, and advance organizational goals.

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.
  • Regular and reliable job attendance
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
  • Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
  • In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise\
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
  • Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise

Hybrid Work Environment
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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