Senior Economist - Remote Revenue Forecasting & Policy

AZ State Jobs; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Remote work option

Job summary

Arizona Department of Revenue in Phoenix is seeking an Economist Senior to conduct research on the collection and distribution of state and local taxes, forecast revenues, and assess financial impacts of proposed legislation.

The role offers potential remote work within Arizona and requires strong analytic and econometric skills, with opportunities to support commissions and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state tax laws statutes, regulations, and court rules.
• Experience with economic research and econometric methods.
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, forecast revenue, and prepare reports on tax collection.
• Evaluate financial impacts of proposed revenue/expenditure legislation.
• Lead or participate in special research projects and teams.
• Support commission staff and contribute to lean process improvements.

Skills

AI systems

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Econometrics

Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Economics or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive)

Job description

Arizona Department of Revenue in Phoenix is seeking an Economist Senior to conduct research on the collection and distribution of state and local taxes, forecast revenues, and assess financial impacts of proposed legislation.

The role offers potential remote work within Arizona and requires strong analytic and econometric skills, with opportunities to support commissions and improve processes.