This vacancy is for a Supervisory Economist position in the Direct Investment Division located at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Supervisory Economist, ZP-0110-4, FPL ZP-4 positions within the Bureau of Economic Analysis in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Duties

Conduct direct investment surveys by making use of survey methodology and data collection knowledge. Communicate in person and in writing to explain economic data or topics or to resolve technical issues. Oversee a survey operation, including planning, directing, and reviewing work performed by survey staff.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• U.S. Citizen
• Suitable for Federal employment.
• Registered for Selective Service if applicable. (www.sss.gov)
• Time-in-grade/band requirements must be met by closing date.
• A supervisory probationary period may be required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• This is a NON-BARGAINING unit position.
• Relocation expenses may not be paid.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement: A. Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. OR B. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. AND Specialized Experience: To qualify for the Band IV (GS-13/14), you must meet the basic requirements listed above and have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12 level) or Band III in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes: analyzing and auditing survey reports containing complex accounting and related economic data; identifying data discrepancies and irregularities; and experience supervising or leading a team. OR Education: Education cannot be substituted at this band/grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer.

Contacts

• Address Bureau of Economic Analysis 4600 Silver Hill Road Washington, DC 20233 US
• Name: Shirell Briscoe
• Phone: 301-763-1307
• Email: [email protected]