JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
US Department of the Treasury
Position Title/Short Description
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: D0 -- General
Keywords:
economic issues
fiscal policy
entitlement reform
pensions
insurance
regulation
infrastructure
financial market issues
Full Text of JOE Listing:
The Treasury Department's Office of Microeconomic Analysis has two openings for well-qualified economists interested in helping develop economic policy at the federal level. New graduates and experienced economists are welcome to apply. Our office conducts research and analysis for senior Treasury and Administration officials and the public on a wide range of economic issues, including fiscal policy, entitlement reform, pensions, labor, health, education, housing, insurance, regulation, technological change, infrastructure, energy, the environment, and financial market issues. Staff economists work closely with top policymakers throughout the federal government while also pursuing their own research agenda as time permits.
The work requires skills usually associated with a Ph.D. in economics or similar degree. In addition, successful candidates must have the ability to present their views clearly and concisely in written and oral briefings, often under tight time constraints.
U.S. citizenship is required at the time of application.
The Treasury Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Requirements:
- Application Instructions Below
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must also submit an application through USAJobs.gov. Applicants who have sent job market packets will be notified when the official announcement is posted on USAJobs.