Class Code: 00871

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –

HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE

LABOR MARKET RESEARCH ECONOMIST 2

DEFINITION

Performs professional statistical research work gathering, compiling, evaluating and reporting on economic data pertaining to labor market and employment programs; performs related work as required.

The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.

WORK EXAMPLES

Gathers, compiles, and evaluates labor market/economic data and information; computes statistics using calculators, computers and conversion tables in accordance with prescribed methodologies.

Effectively communicates labor market/economic issues pertaining to a particular federal/state cooperative program.

Refines and analyzes the validity of collected data according to procedures outlined by the Department of Labor.

Implements small research projects or portions of a larger research project requiring specialized statistical or other specialized technical skills.

Analyzes/explains employment patterns and economic trends as it pertains to a particular federal/state program.

Composes narrative reports and prepares charts, graphs and tables; develops forms, worksheets and questionnaires; writes programs for mainframe and personal computers.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of standard statistical labor market/economic research techniques and terminology.

Knowledge of labor market/economic source data for Iowa and the nation.

Knowledge of state and national labor market/economic trends.

Ability to analyze labor market/economic data and determine its program validity.

Ability to interpret computer output as it relates to labor market/economic projects.

Ability to use graphs, charts and tables to aid in the presentation of labor market/economic data.

Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or unethical behavior.

Works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service.

Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.

Responds appropriately to supervision. Follows policy and cooperates with supervisors.

Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization.

Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.

Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in statistics, mathematics, or economics; and two-years experience in statistical analysis or economic research;

OR

a Master's Degree in statistics, mathematics, and/or economics;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of full-time work in statistical analysis or economic research for one year of the required education to a maximum of two years;

OR

employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to six months of full-time work as a Labor Market Research Economist 1.

Effective Date: 02/2006 JN