Associate Labor Market Analyst

Summary of Work

Are you energized by digging into data, spotting trends, and making sense of complex information? Join a team where your analytical skills will help drive critical insights for the state's economy. This position plays a role in collecting, analyzing, and maintaining labor market data that supports decision-making, economic development, and workforce planning. It's an excellent fit for someone who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and enjoys working independently to turn data into meaningful insights.

The Associate Labor Market Analyst will:

• Assist with the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) program and support key Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) initiatives and workforce information projects
• Use specialized BLS software, and advanced Excel (e.g., pivot tables and spreadsheet development)
• Collect, code, and analyze survey data
• Review data for accuracy and identify trends based on economic conditions
• Conduct research in line with BLS methodology and Cooperative Agreements
• Communicate with BLS, internal staff, Unemployment Insurance (UI) staff, and employers to support data accuracy, correct reporting errors, and ensure accurate NAICS code assignments
• Respond to data requests and assist with product development, and reporting.

Attendance at virtual or in-person regional and national conferences or trainings may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, business administration, or a related field; or a combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to four years that demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred applicants will have experience applying research methodologies, conducting statistical surveys, and working with databases, including maintaining, analyzing, and manipulating data. Strong attention to detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to interpret and communicate statistical information are essential. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is important, along with being a self-motivated individual who can research and gather information with minimal supervision. Preference will be given to those with experience using statistical software, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) systems, and advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, and formulas.

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Application Procedures

All application material must be received online through the ND PeopleSoft System on or before 11:59 p.m. on the closing date and must include:

• Resume (must clearly explain how you meet the minimum qualifications)
  • Indicate beginning and ending dates of employment or years served in the role
  • Indicate type of education, if applicable (e.g., Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and area of study)
• Cover letter
• Copy of college transcript (if applicable)
• Three professional references

Applications will be scored based on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.

Applicants claiming ND veteran's preference must submit documentation proving their ND residency and eligibility under North Dakota Century Code 37-19.1. Refer to https://www.veterans.nd.gov/benefits-and-services/veterans-preference-nd/documentation-required-applicant for required documentation to upload.

Applicants are encouraged to provide genuine responses that accurately reflect their own skills, experience, education, and background when completing their application. The use of AI tools to generate answers should be limited to ensure responses are authentic.

Job Service North Dakota does not provide sponsorships.

For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Raeann Schmitcke, Human Resource Officer, at raeannschmitcke@nd.gov or 701-328-2840. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.