OEWS Data Analyst & Research Specialist

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a data collection specialist for the OEWS program. You will contact Missouri employers by phone, email, and mailings to collect occupational employment data and wage information.

The role requires understanding SOC and NAICS classifications and entering responses into the data system, ensuring accuracy and completeness. The position emphasizes teamwork and independent task completion, with a focus on data quality and program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Collect data from Missouri employers via high-volume calls, emails, and mailings.
• Analyze SOC and NAICS classifications using official guidelines.
• Enter activity into the data collection system accurately.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and completeness of reports.
• Maintain knowledge of staffing patterns and industry classifications.
• Proficient with Word and Excel and related software.
• Adhere to BLS/Cooperative Agreement guidelines.
• Respond to inquiries about the program and data usage.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Contact Missouri employers to gather OEWS data via calls, emails, and mailings.
• Analyze occupation classifications using SOC/NAICS systems.
• Enter survey responses into the data collection software.
• Review returned employer reports for data quality and completeness.
• Maintain knowledge of industry classifications and staffing patterns.

Skills

Phone outreach

Data collection

SOC/NAICS familiarity

Excel

Word

Data entry

Communication skills

Tools

Word

Excel

Survey software

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking a data collection specialist for the OEWS program. You will contact Missouri employers by phone, email, and mailings to collect occupational employment data and wage information.

The role requires understanding SOC and NAICS classifications and entering responses into the data system, ensuring accuracy and completeness. The position emphasizes teamwork and independent task completion, with a focus on data quality and program guidelines.