Economist

This position resides in the Office of Planning and Budget (OPB), Forecasting and Analysis Division, at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Forecasting and Analysis Division has full responsibility for estimating and analyzing workloads, fees, fee collections, fee setting, and related financial, economic, and operating parameters across the agency. Such estimates provide the basis for agency operating plans and policy.

Telework

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per leave year.

Duties

This position is right for you if...

• You enjoy selecting and adapting quantitative methods, practices and theories to perform analysis, interpret results, and document findings.
• You are committed to participating in major projects and developing and completing segments of a project of limited scope to gather and examine technical problems, and explain work results.
• You thrive in participating in data gathering, analysis, and interpretation, and preparation of preliminary reports according to established procedures.

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Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available here.

CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AS LISTED UNDER EDUCATION IN ADDITION TO SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE.

The position's level and salary will be determined by the applicant's demonstrated experience and education. More information is available on the USAJOBS posting.

Education

Basic Education Requirement: A. Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.

Conditions of Employment

Applications will only be accepted from United States Citizens and Nationals and your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related competencies. If selected, you will be required to pass a background investigation.

The full list of conditions and qualifications can be found on the USAJOBS posting.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, retaliation for engaging in protected activity, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.