Labor Market Data Analyst — OEWS & SOC Specialist

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Workforce Development in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Labor Market Specialist to prepare, collect, and analyze OEWS data. You will review reports for accuracy, assign SOC codes, and evaluate wage data. Travel may be required.

The role involves data analysis, communicating with employers, and supporting multiple labor market programs. Strong data skills and knowledge of economics are essential.

Qualifications

• Six semester hours in economics with an additional six semester hours in economics, math, computer science, statistics, or marketing.
• Three years of experience in accounting, financial auditing, or statistical analysis; OR six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OEWS data is statistically reliable through judgment and expertise.
• Process surveys per guidance from BLS/OMB.
• Assign occupation codes using SOC system and compare to standard patterns.
• Assist in refining samples to ensure solvency, accurate classifications, and contact data.
• Communicate with employers in the OEWS sample by email and phone.
• Conduct quality assurance to uncover data errors.
• Analyze final estimates using statistics and local labor market knowledge.
• Publish OEWS estimates on Louisiana Works website.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Communicating Effectively

Using Data

Education

Six semester hours economics

Six semester hours economics/math/CS/statistics/marketing

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Office of Workforce Development in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Labor Market Specialist to prepare, collect, and analyze OEWS data. You will review reports for accuracy, assign SOC codes, and evaluate wage data. Travel may be required.

The role involves data analysis, communicating with employers, and supporting multiple labor market programs. Strong data skills and knowledge of economics are essential.