International Economist

Customs and Border Protection • Washington, DC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Trade, Operations Directorate, Trade Intelligence Division. Located in Washington, DC. In this position you will serve as the principal economist, responsible for preparing comprehensive regulatory analyses for CBP regulatory actions.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
• May be required to pass a background investigation.
• Follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
• Must adhere to government ethics standards.
• Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.
• OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• Possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Applying economic principles, theories, and analytical methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative techniques, to conduct comprehensive economic analyses and research assignments.
• Conducting research and data analysis using international trade datasets to support economic impact analyses, policy formulation, procedural development, and program planning.
• Developing and utilizing international trade data and financial models to perform statistical analysis, forecasting, and scenario planning while ensuring data integrity and reproducibility.
• Preparing well-documented economic analyses that include baselines, costs, benefits, alternatives, and findings in accordance with regulatory review requirements.
• Translating complex economic methods and findings into clear reports, summaries, briefings, or recommendations for senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and external audiences.
• Possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Applying advanced economic principles, theories, and analytical methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and experimental techniques, econometric modeling, statistical inference, and predictive forecasting-to conduct comprehensive economic analyses and research assignments.
• Conducting pioneering research and data analysis by developing, managing, and leveraging expertise with large, disparate, and unstructured international trade datasets to inform agency initiatives and policy decisions.
• Translating complex economic methodologies and findings into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership and diverse stakeholders, and preparing comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations to support decision-making.
• Developing and utilizing international trade data and financial models to perform advanced statistical analysis, forecasting, and scenario planning, ensuring data integrity and reproducibility in all analytical products.
• Interpreting and applying U.S. trade laws, regulations, and policies to economic impact analyses and enforcement actions, providing technical guidance and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.

Nice To Haves

• If you are a current CBP employee within the position series announced, transcripts will not be required at the time of application; however, education will be verified if you are selected and you may be required to submit transcripts at that time.

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed research by applying rigorous quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques and documenting findings to ensure transparency, reproducibility, and accuracy in assessing baselines, costs, benefits, and alternatives.
• Developing, utilizing, and analyzing international trade data and financial models, including performing statistical analysis, forecasting, scenario planning, and ensuring data integrity.
• Preparing advanced economic and impact analyses related to CBP trade enforcement and compliance actions.
• Summarizing economic methodologies, analyses, and findings into clear, actionable insights for senior executives and other decision-makers.
• Supporting policy formulation, procedural development, and program planning by participating in meetings, providing technical input, and offering economic insights that inform agency positions and meet internal and external review standards.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level