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Economist

Bureau of Labor Statistics · Department of Labor
📍 Multiple Locations 💰 $58827 – $82007/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

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Job Summary

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) measures labor market activity, working conditions, price changes, and productivity in the U.S. economy to support public and private decision making. This position is with the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Division of Price Programs, Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Key Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to: Collects data from less complex businesses/sample units for assigned survey(s). Some analysis is necessary to ensure that the data reported are accurate. Data may be collected via telephone, in-person, on-line, or via video collaboration tools, depending on program procedures and respondent willingness. Performs internet research on sampled companies.

Secures voluntary cooperation and interviews with company officials in order to collect data from businesses for assigned survey(s). Makes phone calls to schedule appointments, and conducts interviews with sampled establishments. Deliberate with group member to gain consensus and accomplish project goals. Communicate with situational awareness and persistence to solicit cooperation from outside parties.

Build constructive and cooperative relationships with others while working to accomplish the organization's mission. Organize, prioritize, and/or complete assignments according to established standards, procedures, and deadlines. Manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities to complete concurrent projects within time constraints. Duties at the GS-07 are developmental leading up to the full performance level of the GS-12

Requirements & Education

Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service. If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum coursework requirements for this position.

Click Evaluation of Foreign Education for more information.

Contact

moua.chia.k@dol.gov · 202-693-1000 X14115

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Labor Statistics, Department of Labor.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $58827 – $82007/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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