- Performs analysis on economic information and data collected in various statistical surveys and/or for publications for all BLS programs
- Reviews, edits, and/or compiles data for BLS programs and related projects
- Prepares written products in final, which may include results of research and special studies, technical reports, bulletins, or analytical articles for other governmental and non-governmental publications
- Leads special studies related to BLS programs and related projects such as the development of special questions to be added to surveys, detailed analysis of particular economic developments, or the analysis of economic issues
- Independently provides advice and interpretation to data users and reviews documents for technical adequacy
Economist - Washington, United States - Department Of Labor
Description
Summary
The Bureau of Labor Statistics measures labor market activity, working conditions, price changes, and productivity in the U.S. economy to support public and private decision making.
The position is located in the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of the Commissioner.
This position is inside the bargaining unit.
Duties
The BLS headquarters is currently located in Washington, D.C. but is in the process of relocating within the National Capital Area to the Suitland Federal Center in Suitland, Maryland. If selected for this position, your assigned duty station will be Washington, D.C with the option to telework from an approved telework site within the locality pay area of Washington, D.C./Baltimore/Arlington while the future headquarters is being built. Upon completion of the new headquarters offices in Suitland, MD, you will be required to report onsite to the Suitland Federal Center for some portion of each pay period after receiving notification to do so.
The duties described are for the GS-12 level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope and performed with less independence and complexity. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: