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TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION Economist (Austin-Hybrid) in Austin, Texas
WHO WE ARE: The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking to fill an Economist I position in the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) unit of the Labor Market Information (LMI) Department which is located in Austin at 101 E. 15th Street. This is a Hybrid position, working from the office one day a week.
You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
YOU GAIN: - Competitive salary: $3,770.33/month - Defined Retirement Benefit Plan - Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts - Medical Insurance - Currently, the state pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. Eligible part-time employees get a 50% state contribution for themselves and 25% for their dependents. Employees pay the remainder of the premium by paycheck deduction before taxes are withheld. - Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance - 8 hours sick leave per month - 8 hours vacation leave per month with potential to earn more with longevity - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services - Additional benefits for active employees: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
WHO YOU ARE: The ideal candidate works in a fast paced, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on excellence and continuous improvement. Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills are highly preferred. Must have ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively. Position involves multi-tasking, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO: The Economist I performs routine (journey-level) economics work. Work involves conducting economic analyses and preparing reports. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO: - Collect and process employment, wage, and business information for individual establishments through surveys, such as the Multiple Worksite Report (MWR) and the Annual Refiling Survey (ARS). - Validate data through research and analysis at the micro and macro levels in order to document and reconcile employment and wages by industry, location, employment, wages and contributions. Work performance includes heavy periods of in-depth review of employer data to track, explain, and resolve inconsistencies. - Perform extensive research using databases, internet and software as analytical and research tools. - Collect and validate confidential data from reluctant employers. - Assign North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) industry and geographic codes following the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) procedures and guidelines. - Key data directly into the appropriate BLS or Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) automated systems. - Respond to data requests for both internal and external customers. - Comply with BLS and TWC rules of confidentiality. - Performs other duties as assigned. YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH: - Skill in/knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite software (Outlook, Access, Excel, Word, etc.). - Knowledge of LMI programs, products, and services. - Bilingual (English/Spanish).
YOU QUALIFY WITH: -Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with courses in economics, statistics, mathematics, business, or public administration. -One year of full-time experience in economic research or statistical or analytical work may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of education.
Duty requires up to 10% travel (within the state of Texas) and the ability to lift 30 pounds. A writing sample will be given at the time of interview.
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 te ms, 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: https:// 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 at www.workintexas.com or Taleo.
-Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We will not consider applicants that will need sponsorship now or in the future.
-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.