Hybrid Remote Transportation Economist & Forecasting

Montana Historical Society; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work arrangement

Paid vacation and sick leave

State retirement plan

Overtime compensation

Relocation assistance may be offered

Health centers access

Holidays

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking an Economist to perform economic analysis and forecast transportation impacts. The role develops methods to analyze funding sources, conducts research to determine revenue strategies, and ensures activities comply with federal and state requirements.

It offers career ladder advancement and a potential hybrid remote work option. Responsibilities include building models, communicating findings to non-technical audiences, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field or 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• 1 year of related experience for Level 2.1.
• 2 years of related experience for Level 2.2.
• 3 years of related experience for Level 2.3.

Responsibilities

• Perform economic analysis and research to forecast transportation economic impacts.
• Develop methods and procedures to analyze and forecast transportation economic impacts.
• Assess alternative funding sources and their impact on revenues.
• Critically review MDT activities for compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Research industry practices to inform policy and funding decisions.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Economic forecasting

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics

4 years related experience in lieu of degree

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking an Economist to perform economic analysis and forecast transportation impacts. The role develops methods to analyze funding sources, conducts research to determine revenue strategies, and ensures activities comply with federal and state requirements.

It offers career ladder advancement and a potential hybrid remote work option. Responsibilities include building models, communicating findings to non-technical audiences, and collaborating