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| Posted Date : 2009-12-27 |
| Spvy International Economist (Deputy Office Direct |
| Company Name: Confidential |
Job description: Would you like to use your expertise in promoting economic growth and sound financial policies in various countries or regions of the world to help the Department of the Treasury develop strategies as we plan for the future? If you have an interest in working for an office that is responsible for advising and assisting senior Treasury officials in formulating and executing policies and programs related to international, economic, financial and monetary fields, we invite you to consider joining the Department's Under Secretary for International Affairs office as a member of the Markets Room Office team.
The Markets Room Office covers global financial market issues for the Secretary, Undersecretaries, Assistant Secretaries and other senior staff in the International Affairs and Domestic Finance wings of the U.S. Treasury. The Markets Room mandate includes: (i) Assessing market trends and identifying vulnerabilities, with a particular focus on foreign exchange, Treasuries and other sovereign debt, credit, structured finance, and emerging markets; (ii) Evaluating market-related policies and their impact; (iii) Formulating a unified view within Treasury of global financial market conditions; (iv) Interacting with market participants in New York and other financial market centers, as well as with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and other agencies.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. Today, as the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential participant in the global economy. There are many Treasury bureaus and offices, with over 100,000 employees, working together to face and meet the challenges of our nation.
We are located in the heart of Washington, DC with offices on 15th and Pennsylvania, next door to the White House, a few blocks from the McPherson Square and Metro Center metro stations, and close to shops, museums, and restaurants.
This is an excellent employment prospect and unique opportunity to excel for the right person. The employee in this position will be afforded the chance to assist in helping to advance the Treasury and U.S. Government policy priorities for economic growth and financial policies in various countries and regions throughout the world.
Key Requirements:
All applications MUST be submitted via the USAJobs website.
All documents and applications MUST be received by the closing date.
All requirements MUST be met by the closing date.
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Major Duties:
As the Supervisory International Economist (Deputy Office Director of International Affairs), in the Office of International Affairs, Markets Room Office, you will perform the following duties at the GS-15 level. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.
Plans and conducts economic research and studies to help formulate proposed Treasury Department and U.S. government policy priorities related to specific countries or regions of the world. These studies are sued by senior Treasury officials in meetings of interagency groups and international organizations.
Tracks relevant legislation and provide assistance to senior Treasury Department officials on proposed legislation or general issues relating to issues of the Office.
Support the Director in overseeing the creation, negotiation and adoption of U.S. initiatives that encourage sound economic and financial growth abroad.
Outputs are wide ranging and include daily markets briefings for senior U.S. policymakers, in-depth analysis on market structure in the United States and around the world, and a range of ad hoc products. The position offers high visibility within the Treasury Department.
Qualifications:
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:Candidates MUST provide sufficient information at the time of application to determine that the Basic Education Requirements listed below, as well as additional requirements, are met. A copy of college transcripts or list of college courses designating semester or quarter hours earned showing that you meet the Basic Education is required. If selected, you MUST verify that you meet these requirements before appointment by, at a minimum, providing official college transcripts.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university that met all of that institution's requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with a major in economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus; OR
B. A combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Examples of qualifying experience include:
a. individual economic research assignments requiring planning, information assembly, analysis and evaluation, conclusions and report preparation;
b. supervisory or project coordination assignments involving a staff of professional economists, and requiring the evaluation and interpretation of economic information; OR
c. teaching assignments in a college or university that included both class instruction in economics subjects and one of the following: personal research that produced evidence of results; direction of graduate theses in economics; OR service as a consultant or advisor on technical economics problems.
Experience in related fields that did not involve the use and understanding of economic principles and theories may not be used as qualifying experience.
This position has a positive education requirement. Please note that the education generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For the GS-15 level
, specialized experience is defined as one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service or comparable experience in the private sector that demonstrates a strong international economic analysis background and regular assignment of independent work performing research and analysis of many issues relating to international economic issues in order to make policy recommendations to senior officials.
For the GS-14 level
, specialized experience is defined as one year of experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service or comparable experience in the private sector that demonstrates a strong international economic analysis background and regular assignment of work performing research and analysis of issues relating to international economics to make policy recommendations to senior officials.
Candidates for both levels should be strong economists with a background or keen interest in understanding the connections between financial markets and the economy. They should also have the flexibility and teamwork skills necessary to work in a fast-paced trading floor environment. Strong writing and oral communication skills are absolutely essential, and the ability to manipulate data and draw on technical skills is critical. Managerial experience is desirable.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
Your application includes your:
1. Resume,
2. Responses to the online questions, and
3. Required supporting documents.
We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants:
1. Minimum Requirements
: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found not qualified if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible.
2. Rating
: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Strong international economic background; Independent work performing research and analysis of various issues relating to international economics; Making international economic policy recommendations to senior and/or high ranking officials.
Your application will be rated, based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position. Then any applicable veterans' preference points will be added, and your application will be ranked among others.
3. Referral
: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selecting official for consideration and possible interview. If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)
), you must receive a score of 85 or better to be rated as well qualified to receive special selection priority.
We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process.
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Benefits:
We offer a workplace that is respectful, fair, and values diversity. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous - helping you to reach your personal goals by supporting your professional growth, health, well-being, and your family needs. Our benefits package includes:
Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards;
Ten paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year;
Access to comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance programs that may be continued after you retire;
A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums;
A three-part retirement program which includes a life-time annuity, a 401(k) type plan with employer-matching contributions, and a Social Security benefit;
Flexible spending accounts for health care and for dependent care, employee assistance programs, flexible work schedules, telework, public transportation subsidies, and tuition assistance.
Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: ****Other Information:
We may select from this announcement or any
other source to fill one or more vacancies.
We will not pay relocation expenses.
This is a non-bargaining - designated position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
If selected for this position, you will be required to:
Complete a one-year supervisory or managerial
probationary period (unless already completed).
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment
to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with Selective Service System
or are exempt from having to do so.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 ****). Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
Travel locally and/or overnight approximately 1 to 5 days per month.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
Successfully complete a background investigation.
Location USA-DC-Washington
Salary 102,721.00 - 153,200.00 USD /
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