Economist II - New Higher Salary (Raleigh, NC)

Economist II - New Higher Salary

How to ApplyYou MUST apply at s tinyurl.com 2pu4bz7s by December 9 2022 at midnight EST to be considered. NCDOT is a Great Place to Work.Don t take our word for it. Read what our people are saying at s bit.ly NCDOTGreatPlaceToWork.We are the highest rated state agency for employee satisfaction on Glassdoor with 200 reviews. New Higher Salary 64 406 - 125 591 The ChallengeWe are looking for an experienced Economist to join our Financial Management team. In this role you will Maintain and improve NCDOT s existing forecast models and develop new forecasting model applying econometric and forecasting methods. Use your skills in economic forecasting software and SAS to prepare forecasts. Provide independent analysis to meet policy objectives financing programming options and financial implications. Develop the state transportation improvement program budget as well as our maintenance & operations and modal area spend plan. Collaborate extensively with NCDOT colleagues to prepare projects of transportation revenues and expenditures under diverse economic and policy scenarios. Monitor revenue collections by producing monthly revenue targets by revenue source in collaboration with the NCDOT s Office of Strategic Initiatives and Program Support Office of State Budget Management and NC General Assembly Fiscal Research Division and execute forecasting models. Consistently evaluate and refine forecasting methods including through learning and applying enhancements in SAS programming knowledge. Perform economic analysis create reports memos and presentations. What You BringConsiderable knowledge of economics applied statistics econometrics cost-benefit analysis and policy analysis. Solid analytical skills including the ability to synthesize and apply diverse analytical methods. Skills in negotiation teamwork adaptability in response to analytical challenges and evolving demands. Ability to work well under tight timeframes and balance competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and apply new skills absorb complex information develop organize and effectively communicate and present complex materials in an understandable and informative way. Strong abilities to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting laws policies and procedures. Teamwork skills to build and maintain effective working relationships with associates legislators other public officials and the public. Education & ExperienceMaster s degree in Economics and 12 credit hours of coursework in economics at the Doctoral level including Price Theory and econometrics and 2 years experience in theoretical economics or statistical analysis work or An equivalent combination of training and experience. Questions Call me Carla R. Williamson at 919 707-4200. Connect to NCDOT Careers onLinkedIn s linkedin.com in ncdot-careers See all NCDOT jobs at s bit.ly ncdotjobs Curious s bit.ly JoinNCDOT