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Regulatory Economists- Washington DC

ICF
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2026
Description

ICF’s Regulatory, Policy and Economics business portfolio at ICF supports primarily public-sector clients with research, analysis, technical assistance, and implementation support to help address complex policy, management, and regulatory challenges. We estimate the safety, environmental, and social effects of regulations, policies and programs and assess their costs, benefits, and economic impacts. We also evaluate program effectiveness.

We are looking for both junior and mid-level Regulatory Economists to support our work with Federal clients. These will be full-time on-site positions located in Washington, DC, working directly with the client. Remote/hybrid work arrangements are not possible for this position.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Regulatory Economist, you will perform economic and financial analyses on issues of transportation and public safety regulation and policy, with the bulk of your work on domestic regulatory issues. You will contribute to research and quantitative analyses in support of policy decisions. Your duties may include compiling and analyzing data to characterize baseline economic conditions and risk; performing economic, financial, and other quantitative analyses to assess the costs and impacts of policies on affected businesses, industries, employment, and the economy; analyzing how regulatory interventions may affect transportation risk; developing models to assess costs, economic impacts, and benefits. You will work in collaboration with senior and other mid-level and junior staff within a multidisciplinary team that includes economists, scientists, and engineers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics or related discipline with coursework in economics, and 5 years of relevant work experience; or a Master’s degree in economics or related discipline with coursework in economics, plus 2 years of relevant work experience.

What you need to be a successful candidate for this role:

The preferred candidate will have a graduate degree (master’s or PhD), strong quantitative skills, and an outstanding academic record.

As this is a client-facing role, excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Prior experience in economic consulting or in a similar function within a regulatory office of the federal government are highly desirable.

We need someone who works well on teams. You need to be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You also need to have very strong analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and to apply a variety of technical skills and innovative thinking to solve complex problems.

Preference will be placed on candidates with experience (through employment or academic coursework) and skills in the following areas: regulatory economics, microeconomics, accounting/finance, and econometrics/statistics; analysis of economic and/or survey data; spreadsheet (Excel) and data analysis (R) software; knowledge of federal transportation or environmental programs and regulations; knowledge of key industries (e.g., hazardous materials transportation, oil and gas).

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$81,147.00 - $166,919.00

DC Client Office (DC88)

Salary : $81,147 - $166,919

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