Employment Actuary Operations and Program Support (Economist 4)- Hybrid Remote Work Opportunity! Apply
Initial Posting Date:
01/31/2024 Application Deadline:
02/07/2024 Agency:
Employment Department Salary Range:
$7,244 - $10,674 Position Type:
Employee Position Title:
Employment Actuary Operations and Program Support (Economist 4)- Hybrid Remote Work Opportunity! Job Description:
Do you have a passion for econometrics, forecasting, data modeling and economic theories? Are you experienced in developing and applying various forecasting techniques? Are you looking for a workplace that encourages diversity and collaborative teamwork? If so, please consider joining our team!
At the Oregon Employment Department, we actively support a workforce that is representative of the people we serve including people from various races, genders, abilities, cultures, language skills, geographic locations, and justice system involvement. We value your life experiences and encourage everyone to apply with your transferable skills and qualifications from your work, school, and volunteer experiences.
What You Will be Doing:
As an Economist 4, you will conduct calculations, within state statute parameters, that determine the UI taxes paid by Oregon employers. This position determines the overall tax schedule for Oregon employers and the specific tax rates for employers. It also projects the future income and liability of the UI Benefit Trust Fund and the Supplemental Employment Department Administrative Fund.
In this role, you will also:
- Function as the Employment Departments UI Benefit Trust Fund Actuary, and provide the agency actuarial analysis of the past, present and future benefit levels, tax collections, and benefit trust fund reserves.
- Perform independent economic analysis to determine employer tax assessments and rates, UI benefit levels, the impact of legislative proposals, and the consequences of federal and state employment and Unemployment Insurance rules, policies, and operations.
- Make determinations and recommendations regarding benefit formulas, Trust Fund reserve adequacy requirements, and the design and maintenance of an experience rated tax structure.
- Analyze and provide expert evaluations of special projects and ideas, particularly as it relates to the fiscal impact on the Trust Fund and Department of all federal and state proposals and legislation.
- Recommend legislative changes that impact all aspects of the UI program, especially related to taxes and benefits related to the UI Trust Funds.
- Determine methodology and conduct complex forecast related to all aspects of the UI Trust Fund and associated funds and programs.
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What We Are Looking For (Desired Attributes):
- Experience and demonstrated proficiency with mathematics, statistics, econometrics, forecasting, data modeling, research, and economic theories.
- Demonstrated work experience using software and data management tools (including software/languages such as Stata, R, Matlab, Python, SQL, SAS, SPSS, and Tableau) to collect, track, analyze, and visualize budget and economic data for a variety of internal and external audiences.
- Experience in developing and applying modeling and forecasting techniques such as: ARIMA, ordinary least squares, logistic regression forecasting, and/or related modeling.
- Excellent communication skills - ability to present information verbally, in writing, and in presentations to various audiences.
- Self-motivation demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently in research, forecasting, and statistical analysis.
- Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in economics or a related field and four years experience doing economic research or econometric forecasting; OR
- A Ph.D. in economics or a related field and one-year experience doing economic research.
Note: All final candidates will be required to provide a copy of their transcripts (official or unofficial) during the selection process to qualify.
Whats in it For You:
- A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
- Rewarding work in a fast-paced, creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
- A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking. This policy applies to every aspect of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training.
- Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
How to Apply:
- External Applicants: Click on the Apply link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date. Please use the name you want us to address you by.
- Current State of Oregon employees (this includes temporary employees) must apply through your employee Workday account. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up-to-date and reflects your current position.
- Attach a resume. Please upload your document in the Resume / Cover Letter section of the application.
- In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the What we are looking for section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials.
- Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
Additional Information:
- This position is management service and is not represented by a union.
- This recruitment may be used to fill future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
- Please ensure youve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. This will be used to determine the salary offer based on a pay equity assessment.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensationpage for more details, or you mayvisit our websitefor information on Pay Equity.
- United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Employment Department does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents(See page 3) for employment verification.
Hybrid Remote Work Information:
Candidates may be approved for hybrid remote work. Hybrid remote work suitability is evaluated based upon business needs at the time of hire. Hybrid remote work approval can be revoked at any time. Candidates are expected to:
- Reside within (or be willing to relocate to) Oregon, or one of its bordering states within a reasonable commuting distance.
- Be able to report to the office location listed in the job posting, as necessary.
- Demonstrate access to a broadband internet connection that meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable requirements; Click Hereto view the minimum acceptable requirements. OED IT Services will provide the necessary hardware to employees who are approved for remote work.
- Have a private workspace.
- Maintain good standing (i.e. no performance or attendance issues).
Veterans Preference:
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:
Veterans Resources
, or call Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1800-692-9666. NOTE: If claiming veterans preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your My Applications section. Equity and Inclusion:
We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking. This policy applies to every aspect of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training.
- View guidance our hiring managers use at the following website: Equity and Inclusion Recruitment Questions.
- Please read more about our Gender Identity and Expression Procedure!
Criminal Records Check:
The Employment Department is committed to being a leader in providing its employees with fair and equal employment opportunities and recognizes that as a best practice in equity and inclusion, criminal background check policies shall be job related and consistent with business necessity. For positions with authorized access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) information, a separate criminal records check is conducted by the Oregon State Police. If you would like further information on how each criminal records check is conducted, please read our
The Employment Department is committed to being a leader in providing its employees with fair and equal employment opportunities and recognizes that as a best practice in equity and inclusion, criminal background check policies shall be job related and consistent with business necessity. For positions with authorized access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) information, a separate criminal records check is conducted by the Oregon State Police. If you would like further information on how each criminal records check is conducted, please read our
Criminal Records Check Policy
or contact us at the number below with any questions. Contact Information and Helpful Links:
- If you have questions about the position or need an alternate format to apply, please contact us at 503947-1289; humanresources@employ.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition ID number.
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