SENIOR ECONOMIST

SENIOR ECONOMIST

Job No : 529668

Work Type : Full-time

Location : REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX, TUCSON

Categories : Budget / Finance / Payroll, Business and Financial Administration

DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving.

At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations.

We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission

SENIOR ECONOMIST

Job Location :

Address : 1110 W. WASHINGTON STREET, PHOENIX, AZ 85007

MISSION PARTNERS DIVISION

Posting Details : Salary : $80-85k

Grade : 23

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

Job Summary :

As the Senior Economist for Business & Finance, you will collaborate closely with the Business and Finance team as well as the senior leaders and subject matter experts to establish economic reports and processes to interpret and predict economic conditions and advise on business implications. This position plays a leading role in the development and implementation of analysis processes for financial impacts or existing and proposed legislative and policy documentation. This position also assists the Business & Finance team in development of goals and long-term strategies; development of policies and procedures; ensuring the teams operations meet established policies and objectives; and provides training, guidance and development for the applicable Agency staff. This position will be predominately virtual with time in office dependent upon Agency needs.

This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties :

• Determine economic impacts for existing and proposed changes to State and Federal law.
• Engagement with senior leadership and subject matter experts to advise on economic impacts.
• Evaluate and report on economic benefit of environmental policies, rules and law.
• Establish tools and practices for evaluating economic impact for use by program staff.
• Assess and report on existing fee models with proposals for changes to sustain Agency fund health.
• Collaborate closely with internal Business and Finance teams on financial modeling and forecasting.
• Develops and presents financial reports and presentations to all levels of agency management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Selective Preference(s) :

Pre-Employment Requirements :

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement :

ASRS Lifetime Benefits

Contact Us :

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Advertised : 28 Oct 2024 US Mountain Standard Time

Applications close :

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000