Econometrician

Duties

As an Econometrician, the incumbent will perform data and statistical analysis and generate reports utilizing SAS, MS Excel and other types of analytical software (such as Stata, E-Views, MS Power BI, Tableau, and ArcGIS) and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL and R). Based on the analyses of economic, financial or spatial data, as well as the review of the econometric models' outputs, the incumbent will be summarizing findings and providing reports and recommendations to Division and Office leadership. The work performed involves evaluating and applying mathematical and econometric methods and techniques, assisting senior economists/econometricians in designing and developing econometric approaches, and analyzing postal economic and costing matters. The incumbent will work with the Deputy Director, Director, and other subject matter experts in the Office of Accountability and Compliance to contribute to the planning and implementation of projects concerning a broad range of economic postal matters and postal demand models. Attention to detail, ability to identify problems, to develop solutions, and to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing are crucial to the successful performance of these duties.
In addition, this individual will:

• Use advanced econometric models and theories, automated data and graphic processing techniques, to explain and predict probable patterns involving mail costs and revenues, as well as classifications and service performance for mail products.
• Apply comprehensive analytical methods or procedures to determine and measure the reliability, accuracy, and validity of data and techniques.
• Review data for source accuracy and refine into useable format. Identify and substantiate reporting disparities regarding changes, trends, or circumstances not readily evident from the data retrieved.
• Develop graphic representations of economic, financial, spatial and other data in various reports.
• Review and analyze the project data and replicate the proposed model to determine relevancy of data as well as model fit to a specific application.
• Prepare spreadsheets and documents and present project data findings and recommendations for use in the development of statistical models.
• Prepare written and oral reports based on data and statistical analysis and make quantitative information accessible to non-technical audiences.
• Review and evaluate complex data systems related to Postal Service costs, revenue, and volume.
• Replicate and audit quantitative analyses of financial and economic data and provide recommendations to senior staff based on findings.
• Assist senior management in preparing responses to information requests from Congress, the Postal Service, mailers, and/or the general public.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or national to be eligible for this position.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Exempt
• e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form, this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• Background Investigation Requirement: You must successfully pass a background investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
• Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
• Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
• This position may require you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry and annually thereafter.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

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  In order for your application to be considered complete, the following documents must be submitted:

  • Cover Letter (no more than two pages)

  • Resume: For each position listed on your resume, youmust specify the following information:
    • Start and end dates (month/year)

    • Description of duties

    • If the position was Federal, you must include the grade and step for each

    • education

  • Current and former Federal employees:
    • Submit a copy of your most recent non-award SF-50, "Notice of Personnel Action" to indicate your current federal status. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate that you possess the years of experience required for this vacancy. You must provide additional SF-50s that clearly demonstrate that you meet the years of experience required for this vacancy.

    • The SF-50 must show your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied. [i.e., Excepted or Competitive] Performance award, Realignment, and Detail SF-50's will not be accepted as proof of grade or tenure.

  • Veterans: If claiming Veteran's Preference, you must submit a Member-4 copy of your DD-214
    • Disabled Veterans Disabled Veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must submit:
      • SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference

      • Member-4 DD-214

      • disability rating letter (if applicable)

    • If you are currently on active duty to be released within 120 days, you may submit an armed forces certification in lieu of a Member-4 DD-214

  Failure to provide this documentation will result in your application not receiving 10-point preference.

  • Military spouse of an Active-Duty Military Member:
    • Marriage license

    • A copy of your spouse's active military orders

  • Military Spouse of Separated Veteran:
    • A copy of your marriage license

    • A copy of the Member-4 DD-214

    • A copy of your spouse's 100% service-connected disability letter OR document of death during active duty

  You are not eligible for Military Spousal benefits if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried. Failure to provide required documentation will result in your application not receiving preference.

  • Schedule A, Persons with Disabilities:
    • Submit a copy of your Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).

  For more information on your eligibility, please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Applicants must apply through the online application system USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer the application questionnaire and assessment, and submit all required documents.
  
  If you already have a USAJOBS account, click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to attach any additional documents that may be required.
  
  Application packages will NOT be accepted via email, mail, or fax.All applications must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.
  
  This vacancy announcement will be open from January 15, 2025, through February 5, 2025, or until 150 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. Complete application packages must be submitted at the time that you apply to receive consideration. Additional documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.

  
  

  Agency contact information

  HR Office

  Email

  employment@prc.gov

  Address

  Postal Regulatory Commission
  901 New York Ave NW
  Washington, DC 20268
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive the application package (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. Please ensure that your application includes all required documents as we will not process applications missing a cover letter, etc. After the review is complete, the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Applicants will be notified of their status by email, referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants will receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  

• Fair and Transparent

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  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents