Economic Analyst / Economist

FedWriters
Washington, DC - United States
S: Competitive

Position Responsibilities:
Conducts research to support regulatory assessments and economic studies. This involves general research, such as, basic internet searches, spreadsheet manipulation of industry population and cost data, literature searches, and the documentation of the analytical findings.
Conducts research in support of regulatory flexibility analyses under the authority and guidance of the Regulatory Flexibility Act as amended in 1996 by the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) and EO 13272.
Supports of Collection of Information (COI) and paperwork burden analysis.
Analyzes, develops, compiles, and sorts data from industry, government agencies, and other sources for regulatory studies and analyses.
Gathers data and information, and supports assessments of social, economic, and other impacts on proposed rules.
Provides administrative support including data entry, proofreading, copying, collating, assembling, mailing, filing, and formatting publications and documents.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Affairs, or other related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years direct experience supporting economic analysis and research. Less experience with an Economics degree will be considered.
Understanding of regulatory cost-benefit analyses.
Demonstrable record of working on project teams while working on multiple projects. Prefer experience with regulatory research.
Proven track record of producing professional, clear documentation throughout a complete project cycle.
Expert-level skills with Microsoft Word and Excel; strong proficiency with PowerPoint.
Must be able to work onsite in DC (SE) Monday - Friday (no telework).
Must have or be able to obtain (and maintain) a government clearance.

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