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Agricultural Economist
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Office of the Chief Economist
- Department: Department of Agriculture
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia
- Salary: $169279 – $197200/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 2
- Security Clearance: Top Secret
- Date Posted: 2026-09-29
- Application Deadline: 2026-10-08
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Job Summary
This position is located in the USDA, Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) which is responsible for conducting advanced economic analysis and analyzing policy options related to complex domestic and global agricultural issues.
The position requires authoritative expertise in agricultural economics and substantial experience analyzing policy and legislative options for complex issues, particularly related to agricultural input markets, international agricultural trade, and/or biofuel markets.
Key Responsibilities
Serves as a senior agricultural economist and principal authority on the economic analysis of policy options of complex issues, specializing in agricultural input markets, international agricultural trade, and/or biofuel markets.
Requirements & Education
All applicants must meet at least one of the Basic Requirements as outlined in the above Qualifications section.
Contact
Shenika.Fegins@usda.gov · 726-241-6156
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Office of the Chief Economist, Department of Agriculture.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-08.
How many openings are available?
There are 2 openings for this position.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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