Economist

Salary: $81,030.00 - $ Annually

Location:

Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX

Job Type: Unclassified

Job Number: U

Department: ADMINISTRATIVE

Opening Date: 04/16/2026

Closing Date:
Continuous

FLSA:
Exempt

MOS Code: 2085 (Navy), 3404 (Marine Corps), 13 (Army)

Under general direction, develop, coordinate and participate in programs for the collection, research, analysis and interpretation of economic, financial and statistical data and serve as the main point of contact for city departments and individuals requiring economic data and analysis.

• Develop, coordinate and participate in the research, collection, and analysis of economic data, including research on resolutions, ordinances, statutes, and federal laws that may impact city revenue.
• Project city financial resources as basis for revenue and expenditure policy, including preparation of the annual operating budget, capital planning and budgeting, and debt issuance.
• Advise city officials on resource constraints and options, develop short- and long-term forecasts, and consult with revenue-generating entities as new estimates are developed.
• Present and explain economic and financial information and research results to city council, public, and private groups.
• Implement policies and procedures, establish schedules and methods for providing economic and financial data and analysis services, and respond to city council staff on related issues.
• Develop and maintain financial and economic databases, document revenue sources, and improve estimating capabilities of departmental fiscal staff.
• Provide oversight and participation in city bond programs; forecast revenue sources and advise on debt structure; prepare and present materials on the city's economy and finances for disclosure documents for bond issuances.
• Maintain liaison with federal and state agencies, private employers, and organizations; provide training and technical assistance to staff; oversee fiscal impact analyses.
• Supervise assigned personnel, including scheduling, performance appraisal, training, enforcing rules, and providing guidance on hiring, termination, and merit pay.

Master's or higher Degree in Economics, Statistics or related field plus four (4) years of experience in public finance, economic analysis or econometric forecasting, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience in a management and/or administrative capacity; or Bachelor's or higher plus six (6) years of experience with same supervisory requirement.

• PhD in Economics, Statistics or related field, plus two (2) years of experience in public finance, economic analysis or econometric forecasting; including one (1) year of direct supervisory experience in a management and/or administrative capacity.
• Master's Degree or higher in Economics, Statistics or related field, plus four (4) years of experience in public finance, economic analysis or econometric forecasting; including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience in a management and/or administrative capacity.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Economics, Statistics or related field, plus six (6) years of experience in public finance, economic analysis or econometric forecasting; including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience in a management and/or administrative capacity.

Employer:

City of El Paso

Address: 300 N. Campbell, El Paso, Texas, 79901

Phone:

Website: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov