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State of Missouri · 1 day ago

Research/Data Analyst(Employment Statistics Supervisor)

Jefferson City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

The State of Missouri is committed to a culture of teamwork and collaboration, and they are seeking a Research/Data Analyst to lead employment statistics programs. This role focuses on producing and reporting key economic data, ensuring high-quality labor force data to support decision-making in Missouri.

AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the LAUS and CES programs, ensuring high quality data and reporting that meets the required performance deliverables of the program under the guidelines and requirements put forth by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in the Cooperative Agreement with the State of Missouri

Successfully supervise one team member using collaborative and supportive leadership that upholds the values of the Department, with responsibilities including hiring, assisting workload, performance management, coaching, goal-setting, and day-to-day supervision

Prepare and verify detailed statistical model data inputs

Work with partners from other states to ensure quality and accuracy of cross-state data

Create and review monthly and annual estimates of labor force data

Work with the BLS Regional and National Offices to ensure data quality for both LAUS and CES programs and troubleshoot any program improvements, changes, or issues

Use BLS data and work with Office of Workforce Development to create annual Areas of Substantial Unemployment

Use knowledge of state and local economic trends to collaborate on the accuracy and publication of the resulting data

Respond to data requests as needed

Effectively use a variety of programs such as Excel, Word, and proprietary program software to ensure program performance

Perform other related work as assigned

Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance

Qualification

Statistical methodsData analysisEconomic data knowledgeDashboard toolsQuantitative analytical methodsCoachingTeam leadershipCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Prepare and verify detailed statistical model data inputs

Work with partners from other states to ensure quality and accuracy of cross-state data

Create and review monthly and annual estimates of labor force data

Work with the BLS Regional and National Offices to ensure data quality for both LAUS and CES programs and troubleshoot any program improvements, changes, or issues

Use BLS data and work with Office of Workforce Development to create annual Areas of Substantial Unemployment

Use knowledge of state and local economic trends to collaborate on the accuracy and publication of the resulting data

Respond to data requests as needed

Effectively use a variety of programs such as Excel, Word, and proprietary program software to ensure program performance

Perform other related work as assigned

Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance

Knowledge of statistical methods, data collection and dissemination, sample surveys, and quantitative analytical methods

Ability to use dashboards and reporting tools to measure and guide performance

Knowledge of economic, education, and labor market information data sets, sources and uses

Ability to coach and support employees to create a positive work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration and recognizes achievement

Ability to set strategy and adapt as program needs evolve

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States

Preferred

Beneficial education and/or work-related experience includes technical or professional experience in research, data analysis, economics, business, public administration, or closely related area, including military service