Associate Research/Data Analyst-QCEW

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri seeks an Associate Research/Data Analyst for its QCEW team. This role will focus on researching and verifying data about Missouri's labor market, requiring strong analysis and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a background in data analysis or related fields, and will contribute to the development of the workforce in Missouri.

Benefits

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holiday time

Eligibility for health insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Experience in research, data analysis, or public administration is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills required.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and verify employer information related to wages and employment data.
• Conduct interviews with employers to assess primary business activities.
• Analyze fluctuations in wage data and maintain accuracy in reporting.

Skills

Research skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Mathematical skills

Education

Degree in research, data analysis, economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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You will be joining a Department committed to a culture of TEAMWORK to accomplish our goals together, where we deliver excellence through COLLABORATION with partners and stakeholders, embody ACCOUNTABILITY through trust and professionalism, and embrace WORK-LIFE BALANCE by prioritizing respect, boundaries, and time. While working at DHEWD you will be helping to develop the workforce of the future! Join us as we pursue our vision of “Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success.”

Focus of the Position:This position works within Missouri’s Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) team, a program administered by the Bureau ofLaborStatistics (BLS). The QCEW unit ishousedin the Missouri Economic Research and InformationCenter(MERIC),whichisthestatecooperativepartnertoBLSandthelabormarketinformationagencyresponsible for measuring labor market activity and the economy in Missouri. QCEW collects, verifies, and publishes a quarterly count of employment and wages for more than 95% of U.S. jobs, providing a vital benchmark for other Missouri and federal programs. Asamemberofthisteam,youwillbe responsible forresearchingandverifyingthe accuracyofemployerinformation andwage and employment data submitted for the state of Missouri.

WorkwithintheQCEWprogramprocedurestoeditemploymentandwagedatatoensureaccurateandconsistent data.

• AssignindustryandgeographiccodesfornewbusinessesusingtheNorthAmericanIndustryClassificationSystem (NAICS) as outlined by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
• Conduct phone interviews with Missouri employers to identify primary business activity and verify large changes of employment and wage.
• Research and explain fluctuations within the employment and wage data.
• Gather information on Missouri’s employment and wage data, utilizing good research skills, including attention to detail and accuracy.
• Follow guidelines and requirements put forth by the BLS in the Cooperative Agreement with Missouri.
• Communicateeffectivelywithfederalandstategovernmentofficials,economicdevelopmentpartners,andworkforce agencies.
• Conduct basic mathematical and statistical methods.
• Exercise an interest in analyzing Missouri’s economy.
• Utilize the Internet and various software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and desktop publishing.
• Meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
  
  

Beneficial education and/or work-related experience includes technical or professional experience in research, data analysis, economics, business, public administration or closely related area, including military service.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa, at this time.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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