Economist
Bureau of Economic Analysis•Suitland, MD
About The Position
The Economist position is in the Industry Economics Division at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The role leads the preparation and analysis of Motor Vehicles expenditure and production estimates, develops strategies to improve methodologies and estimation techniques, and communicates economic concepts, methods, and results in writing and in person to high-level stakeholders inside and outside the agency. This vacancy may also be used to fill other Economist, ZP-0110-4 positions in the same geographic location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.
Requirements
- Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
- Be a U.S. citizen and suitable for Federal employment.
- Meet Selective Service registration requirements, if applicable.
- Meet time-in-grade or time-in-band requirements by the closing date.
- Meet the minimum education requirement: a degree in economics including at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus; or equivalent coursework constituting a major in economics combined with appropriate experience or additional education.
- Have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to Band III (GS-12) in Federal service for Band IV (GS-13).
- Have specialized experience that includes interpreting or analyzing economic statistics; explaining statistics and methods to different audiences; preparing statistical tables and reports; identifying and proposing solutions to data anomalies; managing the development and maintenance of estimation procedures; and adhering to rigid production schedules.
- Education cannot substitute for experience at this grade level.
- Complete the required USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of the announcement closing date, 11/09/2026.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and analysis of Motor Vehicles expenditure and production estimates.
- Develop strategies to improve methodologies and estimation techniques.
- Communicate economic concepts, methods, and results in writing and in person to high-level internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package, with benefits for the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
