Economist.

Bureau of Economic Analysis; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Economic Analysis in Suitland, MD, is seeking a dedicated economist to prepare estimates, analyze data trends, and communicate findings. You will resolve statistical problems, improve production processes, and present results through written reports and oral briefings.

The role requires strong quantitative skills, experience with economic data, and the ability to meet strict deadlines while collaborating with a team of professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in economics with required coursework as stated (21 econ, 3 in stats/accounting/calculus).
• Experience in economic analysis and data interpretation.
• Ability to prepare statistical reports and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, analyze data trends and economic developments, resolve statistical and conceptual problems, and improve quality of estimates and production processes.
• Work under strict deadlines with professionals to produce estimates and analyses.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to deliver presentations and prepare papers explaining economic data and methods.

Education

Economics degree with at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus

Job description

• Prepare estimates, analyzes data trends and economic developments, resolves statistical and conceptual problems, and researches and improves the quality of estimates and production processes.


• Works under strict deadlines with other professionals to prepares estimates, analyze data trends and economic developments, resolve statistical and conceptual problems, and research and improve quality of estimates and production processes.


• Communicate verbally and in writing to deliver presentations and prepare papers analyzing/explaining economic data, methods, or topics.

Duties

• Prepare estimates, analyzes data trends and economic developments, resolves statistical and conceptual problems, and researches and improves the quality of estimates and production processes.


• Works under strict deadlines with other professionals to prepares estimates, analyze data trends and economic developments, resolve statistical and conceptual problems, and research and improve quality of estimates and production processes.


• Communicate verbally and in writing to deliver presentations and prepare papers analyzing/explaining economic data, methods, or topics.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.


• U.S. Citizen


• Suitable for Federal employment.


• Registered for Selective Service if applicable. (www.sss.gov)


• A one-year probationary period may be required.


• Relocation expenses may not be paid.


• This is a NON-BARGAINING unit position.


• This is an open continuous announcement. The initial cutoff date for referral is 10/26/2026. After this date, the cut off dates are as follows: 11/14/2026, 12/14/2026 and 1/14/2027.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirements

Individual Occupational Requirements

• Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.

OR

• Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Evaluation of Experience

Examples Of Qualifying Experience Include

• individual economic research assignments requiring planning, information assembly, analysis and evaluation, conclusions and report preparation;


• supervisory or project coordination assignments involving a staff of professional economists, and requiring the evaluation and interpretation of economic information; or


• teaching assignments in a college or university that included both class instruction in economics subjects and one of the following (1) personal research that produced evidence of results, (2) direction of graduate theses in economics, or (3) service as a consultant or advisor on technical economics problems.

Experience In Related Fields That Did Not Involve The Use And Understanding Of Economic Principles And Theories May Not Be Used As Qualifying Experience For These Positions. Special Attention On This Point Should Be Given To Certain Types Of Work That May Or May Not Have Provided Professional Economic Experience. The Following Examples Of Work Require Special Care In Such Determinations

• economic statistics;


• industrial surveys;


• management of individual business enterprises, including farms;


• industrial planning;


• writing or editorial work in economic subjects; and


• financial market analysis.

AND

• For the Band 3 (GS-11), you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the Band 2 (GS-09) in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes using computer software programs; compiling and assembling statistical material and applying statistical techniques and analysis to data; possessing responsibility for collecting economic data from a primary or variety of sources; manipulating or analyzing economic data; preparing statistical tables and reports; conducting independent research and preparing preliminary write-ups of findings; and locating and collecting relevant data to analyze a specified problem.

OR

Education

• 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

NOTE

To show proof of meeting the Basic Entry Requirements, all applicants MUST submit a copy of their college transcripts. See the Required Documents section for more information.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer.

Additional information

The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.

Individuals who have received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment, otherwise known as a buyout, must repay that incentive if they are reemployed by the Federal Government within five years of separation.

This announcement is issued under \"direct-hire\" authority. Consistent with 5 U.S.0 3304(a)(3) and OPM regulations (5 CFR 337 Subpart B) on direct-hire: All candidates who meet all the qualification and other eligibility requirements may be referred for consideration. Competitive examining rules providing for rating and ranking and veterans' preference do not apply.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.