International Trade Analyst

United-States-International-Trade-Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States International Trade Commission seeks a candidate to perform advanced analysis on international trade issues and policy. You will evaluate data, apply econometric methods, and prepare findings that inform decision-makers on manufacturing competitiveness and market dynamics.

We value rigorous research, clear communication, and the ability to work with diverse data sources and stakeholders in a fast-paced government environment.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in international trade principles and theories, including knowledge of economic factors influencing U.S. trade policy and industry competitiveness.
• Ability to perform research and analysis in a team environment, applying quantitative techniques.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex international trade issues, applying theories, dynamics, and practices of economics.
• Review data sources, perform quantitative analysis, and draw rational inferences from research findings.
• Prepare studies and documentation that support policy decisions and regulatory understanding.

Skills

Specialized experience in trade policy

Analytical research

Econometric modeling

Job description

The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.

BASIC REQUIREMENT

To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility at or equivalent to, the GS-9 level obtained in the Federal service or the private sector. Specialized experience is that which has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position shown above. It must have required an in-depth understanding of international trade principles and theories. Typically we would find this experience in work that demonstrates knowledge of the economic, market, technical, and other factors that influence U.S. trade policy, merchandise trade flows, and product and industry competitiveness particularly as related to manufacturing industries; and demonstrated analytical work such as research and analysis in a team environment.

or

Substitution for Experience: Possession of a PhD. or equivalent doctoral degree in international trade, international relations, economics, business, finance, or other trade related field is fully qualifying at the GS-11 level.

To qualify at the GS-12 level, you must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility at or equivalent to, the GS-11 level obtained in the Federal service or the private sector. Specialized experience is that which has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position shown above. Typically, we would find this experience demonstrated in work that shows the ability to apply knowledge of the theories, dynamics, and practices of international trade, economics, and competitiveness to analyze complex issues involving international trade, global supply chains, and/or global and domestic industries, particularly related to manufacturing industries. Such experience would also include research and analysis of complex trade issues by working with a variety of industry and international trade data sources, drawing rational inferences based on research findings, and applying quantitative analysis including econometrics or other economic modeling techniques.

To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility at or equivalent to, the GS-12 level obtained in the Federal service or the private sector. Specialized experience is that which has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position shown above. Typically, we would find this experience demonstrated in work that shows mastery of best practices for planning and carrying out studies that analyze complex international trade issues and policies; analysis of economic factors that determine industry organization, market pricing, and competition; and/or analysis of regulations and laws related to manufacturing industries.

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.