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Job Description
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OVERVIEW
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed, and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is seeking a Chief Residential Economist to support our growing Homes.com division. Homes.com is reimagining the home search experience for consumers and agents alike. We empower people to discover homes, share insights, and make connections on their terms—disrupting a multi-billion-dollar industry. Homes.com is the fastest-growing real estate portal in the industry, and we are driven to be number one!
The Chief Economist is responsible for developing and implementing data-driven housing market commentary relevant to consumers to promote the Homes.com brand and site authority. The Chief Economist will deliver interesting and compelling housing market insights to consumers through written commentary and media interviews. The ideal candidate possesses extensive housing market expertise, strong communication skills, and a proven record of engaging effectively with the media.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Promote the Homes.com brand and site authority
Track and analyze housing market data. Serve as CoStar’s subject matter expert on all housing themes, trends, and topics
Produce interesting analyses of housing market conditions relevant to consumers for the Homes.com platform. Use Homes.com's vast residential data and economic and demographic data from various sources to create content
Communicate housing market insights to consumers through media interviews and TV appearances
Compose regular news articles highlighting housing market trends for the CoStar product
Represent Homes.com and CoStar as a speaker at national and regional housing industry events
QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree in economics, urban planning, real estate, or related field
Ten or more years of housing market research and engagement with the industry and the broader public via publications and presentations
Proven record of engaging effectively with various media outlets through interviews, TV appearances, and written commentary on the housing market
Effective and engaging presentation skills
Deep knowledge of the US housing market, its players, and its data sources
Strong analytical and writing skills
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across various disciplines. In addition to generous compensation and performance-based incentives, you'll be supported in your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.
Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):
Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drugs
Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
Commuter and parking benefits
401(K) retirement plans with matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, prepared foods, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks
Become part of a team of professionals enjoying the opportunity to learn, do, and grow in a rewarding atmosphere. But don't just take our word for it -- see why our team chose to work at and stay at CoStar Group: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVbJRnJ2sX0 .
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing