Department Information

This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available. However it may still be required to report to a given state office as directed by the supervisor and based on business need.

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Description of Job

The salary range for this posting is:
$31.59 - $32.08 Hourly
$2,526.92 - $2,566.62 Biweekly
$5,475.00 - $5,561.00 Monthly
$65,700.00 - $66,732.00 Annually

The purpose of this position is to support projects through data analysis, forecasting, drafting reports, presentations, and proposals for the state of Colorado. This position will be responsible for verbally presenting information on various economic issues, supporting senior staff in LMI by writing economic reports, analyzing and responding to questions from legislators, media, government officials, and the public. Duties may include planning, organizing, collecting and validating data. Data and/or analysis compiled may be used for publication and/or disseminated to a wide variety of users. LMI’s Analytic Staff are expected to become leading experts on programs within LMI.

In consultation with LMI leadership the analyst will be responsible for:

• determining the most efficient methods for conducting analysis and fulfilling requests;
• updating recurrent analysis and charts so as to meet scheduled deadlines;
• educating stakeholders on LMI resources and constraints;
• deciding which data is most applicable for addressing specific customer queries;
• designing analysis to appropriately address queries within allotted timeframes (providing confidence intervals as needed);
• compiling, presenting, and defending analysis to individuals and groups;
• summarizing analysis to readily convey insights to technical and non-technical audiences;
• prioritizing customer requests; and,
• proactively managing stakeholder expectations.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Substitutions:

Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.

AND

Two years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position to include any of the following: Performing and presenting economic impact studies, summarizing and creating economic/legislative briefs; performing professional analytics (statistical, business intelligence, data visualization, financial, logistical).

Preferred Qualifications

• Forecasting experience.
• R, Stata, or related software experience.
• Experience performing alike duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

Required Competencies:

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, data analysis and research abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint and a variety of statistical software
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Ability to work in a nonpartisan manner and to provide objective information regardless of one’s personal opinions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Possessing of a high level of self-motivation, self-direction and intellectual curiosity

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Supplemental Information

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.