Federal Reserve Historian

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance options

401k with employer match

Pension Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis's Research Division seeks a professional to initiate and collaborate on Bank and System initiatives in Federal Reserve history, archives, education, and research. Responsibilities include producing content for FederalReserveHistory.org, identifying content gaps, and coordinating with FRASER staff.

The role is based at the St. Louis Fed, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to federal economic history, outreach, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master's in economics or related disciplines.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated professional research skills.
• Organizational savvy and agility, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce content for FederalReserveHistory.org (https://www.federalreservehistory.org/)
• Identify content gaps and prioritize additions and changes to the website
• Coordinate with other website authors and provide editorial review of essays
• Collaborate with FRASER digital library staff to identify potential collections for digitization
• Lead or serve on System committees and workgroups on preserving Federal Reserve history
• Speak to professional, educational, and general audiences about the Fed and its history
• Collaborate with economic education staff to develop educational resources on the Fed’s history
• Collaborate with Bank and System archivists on current issues with Federal Reserve archives and preservation

Skills

Written & oral communication

Research skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Editorial review

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s in economics or related disciplines

Tools

Editorial tools

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is a leader in bringing Federal Reserve history to the world. We are committed to preserving the history of the Federal Reserve and its policy actions, and making that history accessible to educators, students, researchers, and the general public through our websites, publications, educational materials and conferences.

Job Summary

The Research Division of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis seeks a professional who will initiate and collaborate on Bank and System initiatives in Federal Reserve history, archives, education, and research. The principal responsibilities may include:

• Produce content for FederalReserveHistory.org (https://www.federalreservehistory.org/)
• Identify content gaps and prioritize additions and changes to the website
• Coordinate with other website authors on topics, and provide editorial review of essays written by other authors
• Collaborate with FRASER (https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/) digital library staff to identify potential collections for digitization and help inform FRASER priorities
• Lead or serve on System committees and workgroups devoted to preserving Federal Reserve history, including the Committee on Historical Preservation
• Speak to professional, educational, and general audiences about the Fed and its history
• Participate in relevant professional networks and conferences, connect with other historians of the Federal Reserve, and stay current with best practices in the field
• Collaborate with economic education staff to develop educational resources on the history of the Federal Reserve and its actions
• Collaborate with Bank and System archivists on current issues with Federal Reserve archives and preservation

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master's in economics or related disciplines
• Knowledge of the Federal Reserve, its purposes and functions, structure, and history
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated professional research skills
• Organizational savvy and agility, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and in teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional visibility and an active research agenda reflected in publications in professional peer-reviewed academic journals and conference presentations.

The role is preferably based at the St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank alongside the core team, though candidates reporting to another Federal Reserve main district location will be considered.

Compensation, rank and expectations will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Total Rewards

Bring your passion and expertise, and we'll provide the opportunities to challenge you and propel your growth - along with multiple benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package all brought together in a flexible work environment where you can find balance:

• Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
• 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match
• Employer-funded Pension Plan
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (undergraduate and graduate)
• Parental Leave
• Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center including training classes, and locker room / shower facilities
• Onsite Cafeteria and Coffee Shop
• Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More...

At the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, we are committed to a strong and resilient economy for all. We prioritize inclusion and strive to be a workplace where all employees can thrive. Learn more about Bank's culture.

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Economics/Research Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.