Research Specialist; Austin

Research Specialist (Austin)

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking to fill two Research Specialist II positions in the Occupational Employment and Wage Survey (OEWS) unit of the Labor Market Information (LMI) Department, located in Austin, at 101

E. 15th Street, in Austin, TX. The LMI program strives to improve the way Texans make job, career and educational decisions by providing useful and reliable information about careers, educational training options and jobs. LMI provides key economic data about occupations and in-demand industries along with information about labor market trends and economic conditions to help job seekers, employers, economic development entities and local workforce development boards make informed choices.

LMI gathers and provides information on the labor market, educational programs and training opportunities along with career planning and career development principles to help its customers evaluate current market trends to design and deliver services to businesses and job seekers. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

The Research Specialist performs moderately complex (journey-level) research work. Work involves performing specialized research projects pertaining to fiscal, administrative, or program functions of the agency. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

You will be trusted to:

• Analyze research data sets using statistical methods and relational databases.
• Analyze research data sets and writes or edits technical reports and summaries of findings.
• Assist in continuous process improvement and optimization.
• Assist in formulating, planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects.
• Assist in designing and creating computer programs for research applications.
• Perform related duties as needed.

You qualify with:

• One year of full-time experience in research and/or planning.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

You are a great fit with:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of LMI and BLS programs, products, and services.
• Skill in/knowledge of advanced Excel functionality and Python, R, or SQL.
• Skill in/knowledge of creating data visualizations.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively.
• Able to multi-task, have attention to detail, and have a high degree of accuracy.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on excellence and continuous improvement.
• Bilingual (Spanish)

You gain:

• A family friendly certified workplace.
• Competitive starting salary: $3,793.42 - $ 5,921.25/month.
• Defined retirement benefit plan.
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts.
• Medical insurance.
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave.