Lead OEWS Data Analyst & Workforce Insights

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Leave & holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking an Occupational Data Supervisor to lead the OEWS team within the Bureau of Labor Statistics collaboration. You will supervise staff, drive high-quality data collection, manage outreach to Missouri employers, and ensure accurate coding using SOC/NAICS systems.

You will use Excel, SQL queries, and proprietary software to monitor performance, publish estimates, and support decision making. A strong emphasis on collaboration and accountability underpins daily work.

Qualifications

• Experience in outbound data collection or information gathering.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, data collection and dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the OEWS unit to ensure high quality data collection and reporting.
• Supervise a team including hiring, workload, performance management and coaching.
• Collect detailed occupational employment and wage data from Missouri employers via calls and emails.
• Coach team on persuasive collection techniques for data gathering.
• Analyze SOC and NAICS coding information for accurate survey data.
• Maintain knowledge of staffing patterns and industry classifications for survey coding.
• Review data estimates and contribute to data publication accuracy.
• Utilize Excel, Word, and SQL-based tools to support program performance.
• Perform related duties and maintain reliable attendance.

Skills

Outbound calling

Statistical methods

Dashboards & reporting

SOC/NAICS knowledge

Coaching & team leadership

Strategy setting

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, public administration

Tools

Excel

SQL-based queries

Proprietary software

Word

Job description

The State of Missouri is seeking an Occupational Data Supervisor to lead the OEWS team within the Bureau of Labor Statistics collaboration. You will supervise staff, drive high-quality data collection, manage outreach to Missouri employers, and ensure accurate coding using SOC/NAICS systems.

You will use Excel, SQL queries, and proprietary software to monitor performance, publish estimates, and support decision making. A strong emphasis on collaboration and accountability underpins daily work.