USAJOBS · 3 months ago
Analyst in Financial Economics
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yrThe Library of Congress is seeking an Analyst in Financial Economics to support the Congressional Research Service (CRS) Government and Finance Division. The analyst will conduct in-depth research and analysis on policy issues related to U.S. securities and derivatives markets, and provide consultation to congressional committees and staff.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Preparing a variety of objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive background reports, memoranda and other written materials on subjects or public policy issues of national significance that are within the employee’s area of professional knowledge
Providing personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members and staff on public policy issues throughout the legislative process by providing information and analysis, and applying professional subject-area knowledge
Participating in CRS seminars, workshops, and/or outreach programs for congressional committees, Members and staff
Participating in or leading team research projects and seminars
Locating and providing information requested by Members and committees of Congress and their staff
The analyst is also expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide public policy and legislative analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of economics and U.S. financial markets
Ability to analyze public policy issues
Ability to write in a public policy context
Ability to convey analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Ability to exercise objectivity in all phases of analysis and consultation
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing
Preferred
Familiarity with SEC or CFTC authorities and regulations
Ability to develop knowledge to support research analyses undertaken in other related issue areas throughout CRS
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
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