The Postal Regulatory Commission has an exciting employment opportunity for a highly motivated and curious person with empirical skills and interest in economic data analysis.

Duties

An Economic Data Analyst PRC-3 is responsible for: Using advanced analytical tools and techniques, collect and analyze economic data from large databases and assist in developing new datasets for Commission analysis; By using modern data visualization techniques assist with developing internal and external dashboards with charts and maps, which would also provide an opportunity to create reports; Assist in providing advice to the Commission on matters pertaining to Postal data, including, but not limited to, detailed statistical studies and survey data, cost data, databases of service units compiled for specific operations; quantitative and qualitative reports and special analytical studies; Assist with the development of comprehensive methods or procedures to determine and measure the reliability, accuracy, and validity of postal data; Consolidate and communicate the results of analysis to diverse audiences; Provide assistance in replication and audit of quantitative analyses of economic and financial data and provide recommendations to senior staff based on findings; Assist with reviewing and evaluating complex data systems related to Postal Service costs, revenue, volume, productivity, and service performance; Develop graphic presentations of statistical and economic data in various reports and Commission orders; Contribute to the technical development of Commission reports; Apply statistical and econometric models and theories, and automated data and graphic processing techniques, to explain and predict probable patterns involving mail costs, revenues, volumes, productivity, mail classifications and service performance An Economic Data Analyst PRC-4 is responsible for: Using advanced analytical tools and techniques, collect and analyze economic data from large databases and develop new datasets for Commission analysis; By using modern data visualization techniques help develop internal and external dashboards with charts and maps, which would also provide an opportunity to create reports; Assist in providing advice to the Commission on matters pertaining to Postal data, including, but not limited to, detailed statistical studies and survey data, cost data, databases of service units compiled for specific operations; quantitative and qualitative reports and special analytical studies; Contribute to the development of comprehensive methods or procedures to determine and measure the reliability, accuracy, and validity of postal data; Consolidate and communicate the results of analysis to diverse audiences; Assist in the replication and audit of quantitative analyses of economic and financial data and provide recommendations to senior staff based on findings; Review and evaluate complex data systems related to Postal Service costs, revenue, volume, productivity, and service performance; Develop graphic presentations of statistical and economic data in various reports and Commission orders; Contribute to the technical development of Commission reports; Use advanced statistical and econometric models and theories, and automated data and graphic processing techniques, to explain and predict probable patterns involving mail costs, revenues, volumes, productivity, mail classifications and service performance

Requirements

• Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or national to be eligible for this position.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Exempt
• e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form, this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• Background Investigation Requirement: You must successfully pass a background investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
• Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
• Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
• This position may require you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry and annually thereafter.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Qualifications

To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Successful candidates at the PRC-3 level will have the following specific critical competencies: Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts both verbally and in writing Ability to organize time and tasks to successfully complete activities by the due date Ability to collaborate with other analysts and attorneys in a team Ability to apply analytical methods and critical thinking to problem solving Willingness and ability to learn about Postal Service market, products, network, and operations. Successful candidates at the PRC-4 level will have the following specific critical competencies: Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts both verbally and in writing Ability to organize time and tasks to successfully complete activities by the due date Ability to collaborate with other analysts and attorneys in a team Ability to apply analytical methods and critical thinking to problem solving Some knowledge of Postal Service market, products, mail classification system, and operations. To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Typically, experience will be related to legal or regulatory work at a level similar to this position and may encompass 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 experience.

Education

Economic Data Analyst, PRC-3

Successful completion of a course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a quantitative field (e.g., econometrics, quantitative or applied economics, economic or business data analytics) that included four higher level courses in quantitative analysis.

Economic Data Analyst, PRC-4

Education and Experience:
A. Master's or Ph.D. in Econometrics, Quantitative or Applied Economics, Economic or Business Data Analytics or Data Science

B. At least 1 year of work experience in economic data analysis or an equivalent combination of work experience and training that provided professional knowledge of economic data analysis techniques

OR

C. Bachelor's degree in Econometrics, Quantitative or Applied Economics, Economic Data Analytics or a related field that included at least 12 semester hours of data analysis and 12 hours of economic courses or 24 semester hours of economic data analysis combined or a relevant course work.

D. At least 3 years of work experience in economic data analysis or an equivalent combination of work experience and training that provided professional knowledge of economic data analysis techniques

Contacts

• Address Postal Regulatory Commission 901 New York Ave NW Washington, DC 20268 US
• Name: HR Office
• Email: employment@prc.gov