Role OverviewThe LAUS/CES Senior Program Analyst will analyze and process monthly labor force estimates in the Current Employment Statistics (CES) program and residency employment data and information in the Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program. This involves independently processing production, analysis, and reporting of State, major area, and selected localities of Labor Force, Employment, Unemployment, and Unemployment Rates. The position also compiles, processes, and analyzes information regarding Areas of Substantial Unemployment (ASU).
What You Will Do
Analyze and process employment, unemployment rate by place of residence every month, including pulling and analyzing data used in obtaining accurate LAUS program results. Analyze and process current employment data, including major economic events, monthly estimates review, and other relevant CES inputs and indicators to produce monthly and annually CES estimates.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Preference will be given to applicants who possess experience working in data analytics, economics, statistics, or computer science, and have a degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related subject.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
- Three years of administrative staff or professional work.
- Experience working in data analytics, economics, statistics, or computer science.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or general programming experience.
- Experience working with a Bureau of Labor Statistics program.
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave)
- State pension
- Supplemental retirement options
- Membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union
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