International Trade Analyst

U.S. International Trade Commission•Washington, DC

About The Position

The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff, and competitiveness issues; investigates matters involving imports alleged to injure domestic industries or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The International Trade Analyst serves in the Advanced Technology and Machinery Division as an advisor to senior Commission officials on international trade. The role requires expertise in industries involving advanced technology, machinery, transportation, or environmental products, especially in relation to international trade restrictions, global supply chains, competitive conditions, global business strategies, and domestic and foreign data sources. The analyst conducts research and analysis for investigations and studies concerning international trade, trade regulations, measures that impede trade, and trade agreements. This work supports the Commission in providing background and advice to the President and Congress on U.S. trade policy. The analyst also evaluates the global competitive position of U.S. advanced technology, machinery, and transportation industries relative to foreign industries, and provides information and assistance to the public and industry when appropriate. The position calls for intellectual curiosity, creativity, perseverance, and the ability to apply economic principles to trade and competition in manufacturing industries.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-9 level or equivalent for GS-11, including an in-depth understanding of international trade principles and theories, knowledge of factors influencing U.S. trade policy, merchandise trade flows, and product and industry competitiveness, and analytical research experience in a team environment; alternatively, a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a trade-related field qualifies at GS-11.
For GS-12, must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent applying international trade, economics, and competitiveness knowledge to complex issues involving trade, global supply chains, or industries, and conducting research using industry and international trade data, drawing inferences, and applying quantitative analysis such as econometrics or economic modeling.
For GS-13, must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent demonstrating mastery of planning and conducting studies of complex international trade issues and policies, analyzing economic factors affecting industry organization, market pricing, and competition, and/or analyzing regulations and laws related to manufacturing industries.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Males born after December 3, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
May be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement.
Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated as equivalent to U.S. accredited education or receive full credit from a U.S.-accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Advise senior Commission officials on international trade matters.
Conduct research and analysis for investigations and studies of international trade, trade regulations, measures that impede trade, and trade agreements.
Evaluate the global competitive position of U.S. advanced technology, machinery, and transportation industries relative to foreign industries.
Support the Commission in providing background and advice to the President and Congress on U.S. trade policy.
Provide information and assistance to the public and industry when necessary and appropriate.