Economist

U.S.-Securities-and-Exchange-Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) seeks an Economist (Research Associate) to analyze data for potential securities violations and to assess impacts on ill-gotten gains and shareholder harm.

Qualified candidates have empirical economics training and experience with economic and statistical analysis, and strong communication skills; master's or PhD preferred.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in economic and statistical analysis of financial markets and securities.
• Experience building economic models and handling data.
• Ability to communicate complex analyses clearly to diverse audiences.

Skills

Economic analysis

Statistical analysis

Data collection

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree

PhD or equivalent

Job description

DERA is seeking an Economist (Research Associate). As an Economist, you will be part of a team that analyzes data for indications of insider trading, market manipulation, cherry picking, and other potential violations of securities laws. The office also evaluates the potential impacts of violations of securities laws, including ill-gotten gains and shareholder harm. The position requires empirical skills as well as communications skills and training in economics. Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review.

Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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 experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

BASIC REQUIREMENT

A. Degree:economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours instatistics, accounting, or calculus. OR

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT

SK-11: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-9 level that includes all of the following:

1. Working with senior economists to conduct economic and statistical analysis regarding regulated entities, securities, and/or derivative products; AND
2. Providing background information and data collection in the context of building economic models.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent degree.

SK-12: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-11 level that includes all of the following:

1. Working with senior economists to conduct economic and statistical analysis regarding regulated entities, securities, and/or derivative products; AND
2. Providing background information and data collection in the context of building economic models; AND
3. Assisting senior specialists with the development of new analytical approaches, methods, and models to assemble, manage, and analyze data on regulated entities, securities, and or derivative products.

OR

Education: Ph.D or equivalent degree

ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES:

Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information:

Competency 1: Economic Analysis - Evaluates economic effects of financial actions related to a rule, conduct in the marketplace, and/or risks in the market.

Competency 2: Statistical Expertise - Performs and interprets data analysis.

Competency 3: Teamwork and Collaboration - Interacts with internal and external others in a manner that advances examinations and SEC goals and objectives.

Competency 4: Workload Management - Effectively prioritizes workload in a way that accommodates unforeseen developments and achieves successful outcomes.