Graduate Economists

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) measures labor market activity working conditions price changes and productivity in the U.S. economy to support public and private decision making.

Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Office of Field Operations Dallas Regional Office Division of Federal/State Programs.

Completes assignments that are designed to assist higher-grade economists while providing training and experience with the division methods and programs.

Assists in the review of technical procedures operating instructions forms and other collection materials as assigned.

Provides assistance to senior staff in survey programs operations and preparation of analytical reports.

Assists senior staff in performing needs assessments and developing training materials and providing training and orientation seminars for state agency personnel and selected regional staff.

Participates in on-site reviews and analysis of reports to verify the integrity and validity of data produced by cooperating state agencies. May collect data and assist with quality control work including response analysis studies and other special projects to improve overall program output.

Duties at the GS-07 are developmental leading up to the full performance level of the GS-12

S. Citizen.

Economist GS-0110 :

A) Degree in economics that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics accounting or calculus. B) A combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in economics as shown in A above plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Assist in planning and monitoring program productivity and deliverables from state partners; assist in review of technical procedures operating instructions forms and other collection materials; and utilize program systems used in data capture and/or review. GS-07: 1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement. Superior Academic Achievement is based on (1) class standing (2) grade-point average or (3) honor society membership.

• Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college university or major subdivision such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration based on completed courses.
• or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (B or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
• GS-07 : An appropriate combination of graduate level education and specialized experience.

For additional information refer to the Office of Personnel Management Operating Manual for Qualification Standards Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Professional and Scientific Positions: Individual Occupation Requirements for Economist Series GS-110. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.

Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the Required Documents section for additional requirements.

The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers improve working conditions expand high-quality employment opportunities and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers.

As a condition of employment all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities systems information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy.

The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agencys complaint process Guidelines for Reporting Violations of the Fair Chance Act.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.