Economist

U.S. Department of Defense; March; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the United Kingdom is seeking applicants for a role involving program operations analysis, special projects, and data evaluation. U.S. citizenship is mandatory, and applicants should be aware of potential shifts and overtime. This position may offer recruitment incentives and requires maintaining current certifications. Duties will vary based on grade level and may include training responsibilities in childcare settings. Full-time roles may entail evening or weekend work.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• Current certifications must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate data and prepare supporting documentation.
• Analyze and provide substantive evaluation of program operations.
• Participate in special initiatives and studies for the organization.

Job description

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Duties

• ****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level****
• Perform work assignments in difficulty and complexity such as evaluating data, preparing supporting documentation and presentations of analytical findings, and reviews technical aspects of applications, designs, or proposed plans.
• Perform and carry out special assignments and projects as well as participates in special initiatives and studies in support of the organization.
• Analyze and provide substantive evaluation of data affecting program operations; develops reports and briefings outlining study findings and recommendations.
• Use applied economics and quantitative social science methods as well as operations research analysis and models.

Requirements

• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• A security clearance may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.