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Kansas Department of Labor
Job vacancies effective July 16, 2008
Job Title: Labor Economist
Position No: K0067392
Requisition No: #161294
Closing Date: Open until filled
Pay Grade: 29
County: Shawnee
Classified/Unclassified: Classified
Open to: External
The Kansas Department of Labor is seeking a Labor Economist to work in Labor Market Information Services. This position is responsible for professional level research, analysis and interpretation of labor market and economic data that serves as a basis for major policy decisions, private business incentives and economic development with Kansas.
As a Labor Economist, you will:
- Acquire knowledge of and implement industry and occupational employment projections at state and local levels.
- Collect, research, analyze, interpret and report labor market and economic data that serves as a basis for major policy decisions, private business initiative, and economic development within the state of Kansas.
- Analyze collected data to ensure the accuracy and integrity of assumptions, variables, and conclusions.
- Prepare and present press release materials.
- Assist LMIS staff with analytical processes &methodologies.
Minimum Requirements: You must have three of years experience in collecting, evaluating, studying or reporting on statistical, economic, fiscal/budget, legislative or administrative data. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Required Proficiency Skill(s): This position requires a Bachelors degree in Economics or a related field. You must also have a working knowledge of statistical packages such as SPSS, SAS, etc.
Preferred Qualifications: Excellent research, quantitative and critical analysis skills for labor market and other sets of economic data. Fluency in word and data processing software such as MS Word, MS Excel, etc.
How You Will Be Evaluated: Your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum requirements of the class and also will be evaluated and rated based on your ability to demonstrate the following minimum competency factors:
- Knowledge of the principles and methods used in the collection, analysis, and presentation of statistical, economic, and administrative data.
- Knowledge of research design methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of English usage and written communication.
- Knowledge of mathematical and computer modeling in conducting research.
- Knowledge of economic forecasting techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise judgment in collecting statistical, economic, and administrative data and in preparing interpretative reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with fellow employees, administrative officials, and the public.
The Following Documents Are Required:
- State of Kansas employment application, resume and cover letter.
- List of college courses, with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. (Prior to appointment, an official college transcript will be required.)
- Veterans Preference documentation (DD-214 or equivalent as appropriate).
To apply for this position, submit a State of Kansas employment application, resume, cover letter and college transcripts to the KDOL HR office, 401 SW Topeka Boulevard, Topeka, KS 66603. If you prefer, you may submit the employment application online at www.jobs.ks.gov and e-mail your resume and cover letter to pts@dol.ks.gov. For additional information contact Christine Anderson at 785-296-2209.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the HR Office if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process.
Veterans Preference Eligible (VPE):
Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Additional VPE information can be found at http://da.ks.gov/ps/aaa/recruitment/veterans.htm.
