Economic Consultant-Ses

ECONOMIC CONSULTANT - SES

Salary: $65,000 to $75,000 annually

Position Location:

Tallahassee, FL

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Supervises a group of researchers in Economic Analysis
• Oversees and assists in the direction of labor market, economic, and census data analysis
• Prepares economic impact analyses, monthly press releases, Frequently Asked Questions, labor supply analysis, labor market area profiles and industry profiles, housing statistics, minimum wage, employment projections, and PowerPoint presentations
• Performs labor market, economic, and census statistical analysis
• Maintains statistical standards of reliability
• Assists in the direction, design, and analysis of statistically valid surveys
• Remains current on national and state economic/labor market conditions
• Assists in the direction and preparation of PowerPoint presentations, economic impact analysis, ad-hoc employer surveys, job vacancy surveys, state and area press releases
• Responds to requests for information via e-mail, phone, mail, etc.
• Supervises staff and assists with the analysis and dissemination of labor market data
• Assists in training and evaluating staff, and assigns workload, determines priorities, and meets all assigned deadlines
• Prioritizes projects for staff and reviews and edits staff work prior to finalizing
• Maintains high standards of statistical accuracy and data integrity
• Uses proper grammar, sentence structure, and spelling on all documents
• Uses plain language when explaining technical methods as much as possible

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of SQL, R programming, and any Web software applications
• Knowledge of statistical methods
• Knowledge of data collection techniques, ability to understand data
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or related Social Science
• As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records
• Travel may be required
• Preferred:
  Master's degree or above in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics
• One year of supervisory experience in a research environment

Our Organization and Mission:

Florida Commerce works across the state to support Florida's economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities, and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters. Florida Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Work You Will Do:

The Economic Consultant SES leads the Economic Research and Analysis section's Labor Market Analysis unit in the Bureau of Workforce Statistics and Economic Research (WSER), Division of Workforce Services.

The Difference You Will Make:

Florida Commerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

How You Will Grow:

Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee is Florida's Capital City and continues to grow by attracting development and new businesses. Tallahassee is known for its beautiful parks, rolling hills and oak trees, canopied roads, hotels, dining, museums, arts, music, and natural resources. It is home to major college campuses, Florida State University (FSU), Florida A & M University (FAMU) and Tallahassee Community College (TCC). Approximately 22 miles from the nearest beach.

Within a state having no state income tax for residents of Florida.

Working for the State of Florida has benefits!

• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
• Ongoing comprehensive training provided
• Career Growth
• Highly skilled, professional environment