JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
February 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018
State of Washington
Position Title/Short Description
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Olympia, Washington, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
R4 -- Transportation Economics
H7 -- State and Local Government; Intergovernmental Relations
H2 -- Taxation, Subsidies, and Revenue
E6 -- Macroeconomic Policy, Macroeconomic Aspects of Public Finance, and General Outlook
C1 -- Econometric and Statistical Methods and Methodology: General
C5 -- Econometric Modeling
D5 -- General Equilibrium and Disequilibrium
D -- Microeconomics
Keywords:
Economic Policy
Public Finance
Transportation & Infrastructure
Modeling
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Forecasting / Time series
Empirical I/O
Economic Impact Analysis
Full Text of JOE Listing:
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks an experienced leader to fill the role of Transportation Economist. (#18DOT-HQ-00135)
WSDOT is responsible for ensuring that people and goods move safely and efficiently. WSDOT relies on expert economic forecasters to research, analyze and predict future fuel consumption and revenue trends. We hire expert economists with knowledge of econometric forecasting, economic impact modeling and other economic analysis. We are currently seeking a Transportation Economist to serve as a lead in forecasting motor vehicle fuel consumption, tax revenue and economic indicators, including fuel prices. This position requires an economist with skills in econometric modeling and economic impact analysis. Econometric modeling is the primary focus but performing economic impact analysis of transportation investments will also be part of this position's work. This position requires skill in economic analysis but also communicating the results to non-technical audiences.
WSDOT offers employees a friendly work environment in Washington’s beautiful capital of Olympia.
Candidate Qualifications:
* Master’s degree in economics or coursework in a Ph.D. program in economics or a related field. This will substitute for 1 year of required experience.
* Four years of experience in private consulting, government, or academic research involving economic impact analysis and forecasting
Application Requirements:
- Questions for Candidates
- CV
- Cover Letter
Application Instructions:
For inquiries about this position, please contact:
Erik Lunke
Lunkee@wsdot.wa.gov
(360) 705-7747