ECONOMIST V - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

State of Hawaiʻi's Department of Taxation seeks a Tax Research Analyst to conduct rigorous economic research, prepare studies, and evaluate tax policies. The role supports the Tax Research & Planning Office with econometric modeling and revenue forecasts.

A strong background in economics or finance and experience in complex analyses are essential. The position is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, offering a salary of $6,221 to $7,568 per month and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in economics or finance.
• Four years of progressively responsible work experience conducting complex economic research studies and analyses.
• Substitutions allowed as described in the minimum qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and prepare studies using accepted statistical and analytical techniques to assist in developing new tax legislation and in evaluating existing tax policies and tax programs.
• Provide statistical support and maintain econometric models and data required to predict tax collections based on forecasts.
• Assist in analyzing revenue impacts of proposed legislation and evaluating tax policy options.

Skills

Legal authorization to work

Analytical thinking

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics or finance

Job description

Recruitment Number

26-0229

Employer

Department of Taxation, Tax Research & Planning Office

Salary

$6,221 to $7,568 per month (SR-24, Step D to I)

Duties Summary

The position is located in the Tax Research and Planning Office, Department of Taxation. The Tax Research and Planning Office (Office) prepares statistical reports on tax collection, provides estimates of the revenue consequences of proposed legislation, and conducts research to help design and evaluate State tax policies and programs.

The Office provides administrative and technical support to the Council on Revenues, which provides forecasts of general fund tax revenues and the state's total personal income. The Office supports the Council on Revenues by maintaining an econometric model and data required to predict tax collections based on forecasts of various economic variables that are provided by the Council members.

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct research and prepare studies using accepted statistical and analytical techniques to assist in developing new tax legislation and in evaluating existing tax policies and tax programs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Legal Authorization To Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Education: A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in economics or finance.
• Specialized Experience: Four Years of progressively responsible work experience conducting complex economic research studies and analyses of major economic areas or issues which demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and theories, as well as the implications of economic information and trends; and skill in the application of economic analysis in the formulation of sound projects and programs.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

Location

The position is located in the Tax Research and Planning Office, Department of Taxation.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
• Paid Vacation: You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match – 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
• Paid Sick Leave: You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation – 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
• Other Leaves: Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
• Health Insurance: The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Transportation Benefits: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Promotions & Transfers: For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
• Training & Continuing Education: The State supports developmental activities related to an employee's work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
• Travel Expenses: The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
• Incentive & Service Awards: The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Other Information

• The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, see the PSLF program website.
• Electronic Notification to Applicants: The Department of Human Resources Development will use electronic mail to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
• Testing Information: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
• Job ID: 02832:090817:13JT