What are the responsibilities and job description for the Economist (Hybrid) position at Texas Workforce Commission?
Who We Are
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking to fill an Economist I position in the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) unit of the Labor Market Information (LMI) Department which is located in Austin at 101 E. 15th Street. This is a Hybrid position, working from the office one day a week.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate works in a fast paced, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on excellence and continuous improvement. Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills are highly preferred. Must have ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively. Position involves multi-tasking, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy.
What You Will Do
The Economist I performs routine (journey-level) economics work. Work involves conducting economic analyses and preparing reports. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
A writing sample will be given at the time of interview.
Veterans
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
United States-Texas-Austin
Work Locations
Austin:101 E 15th St (320-4001)
Job
Economists
Organization
TWC Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Travel
Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting
Feb 1, 2025, 12:00:00 AM
Work From Home
Yes
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking to fill an Economist I position in the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) unit of the Labor Market Information (LMI) Department which is located in Austin at 101 E. 15th Street. This is a Hybrid position, working from the office one day a week.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate works in a fast paced, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on excellence and continuous improvement. Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills are highly preferred. Must have ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively. Position involves multi-tasking, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy.
What You Will Do
The Economist I performs routine (journey-level) economics work. Work involves conducting economic analyses and preparing reports. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
- Collect and process employment, wage, and business information for individual establishments through surveys, such as the Multiple Worksite Report (MWR) and the Annual Refiling Survey (ARS).
- Validate data through research and analysis at the micro and macro levels in order to document and reconcile employment and wages by industry, location, employment, wages and contributions. Work performance includes heavy periods of in-depth review of employer data to track, explain, and resolve inconsistencies.
- Perform extensive research using databases, internet and software as analytical and research tools.
- Collect and validate confidential data from reluctant employers.
- Assign North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) industry and geographic codes following the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) procedures and guidelines.
- Key data directly into the appropriate BLS or Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) automated systems.
- Respond to data requests for both internal and external customers.
- Comply with BLS and TWC rules of confidentiality.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Skill in/knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite software (Outlook, Access, Excel, Word, etc.).
- Knowledge of LMI programs, products, and services.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
- Six months of full-time experience in economic research or statistical or analytical work.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Acceptance into a TWC Internship or TWC Apprenticeship will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
- Competitive salary: $4,020.34/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
A writing sample will be given at the time of interview.
Veterans
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
United States-Texas-Austin
Work Locations
Austin:101 E 15th St (320-4001)
Job
Economists
Organization
TWC Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Travel
Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting
Feb 1, 2025, 12:00:00 AM
Work From Home
Yes
Salary : $4,020
