Economist (Austin)

WHO WE ARE:

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street in the Information Innovation & Insight Division.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:

TWC's Information Innovation & Insight Division is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Economist III position to analyze current and projected workforce needs in regions of the state as part of TWC's Regional Labor Demand Assessment. The Economist III will contribute to publication of data used to allow Institutions of Higher Education to align better educational programs with workforce needs and prepare reports and data on the labor market needed by TWC's Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative partners. This position will also develop labor market projections data. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of economic principles, statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques as well as have excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

In brief, the Economist III performs advanced (senior-level) economics work. Work involves planning, coordinating, and conducting economic studies and analyses; identifying and evaluating economic factors related to programs and projects; and coordinating the collection of economic information; and preparing reports. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

• Prepare reports and data on the labor market needed by TWC's Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative partners.
• Analyze current and projected workforce needs in regions of the state as part of TWC's Regional Labor Demand Assessment.
• Contribute to publication of data used to allow Institutions of Higher Education to align better educational programs with workforce needs.
• Develop labor market projections.
• Write original narrative, reports, and articles on trends and practices relating to labor market activities in Texas statewide and within regions of the state.
• Track and research large economic events occurring in Texas on a daily basis.
• Prepare and deliver, presentations at external events regarding labor market outreach efforts and topical information on market conditions, business activity, local economic development initiatives, and employment and training activities.
• Deliver training outlining the data, publications, and products available through the LMI Department.
• Conduct research and produce reports as assigned by supervisor(s) to respond to specific requests made by internal or external LMI customers.
• Assist and participate in routine departmental data release efforts, public information activities, and internal agency briefings.
• Disseminate data generated by LMI Department programs: Respond to requests for labor market and other information which may involve creating customized reports using various software.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

• Two years of full-time experience in economic research or statistical or analytical work.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

• Knowledge of the BLS programs including but not limited to Current Employment Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics and Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.
• Familiarity with Labor Market Projections
• Knowledge or experience with education data and the labor market data needs of educational entities and institutions as part of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative
• Comprehensive knowledge of NAICS and SOC classifications.
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage time effectively, work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment, with an emphasis on excellence and continuous improvement.
• Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in/knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite software (Outlook, Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint), Tableau, and SQL.

YOU GAIN:

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $5,394.19/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

Duty requires up to 25% travel (within the state of Texas) and the ability to lift 30 pounds.

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online on Taleo (Job Search) or at www.workintexas.com. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.