Agricultural Economist
Basic Education Requirement:
A degree in Economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. Minimum
Qualifications:
Specialized Experience for GS-12:
Possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the Federal GS-11 level or higher, which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this position, examples of specialized experience include:
include:
gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information concerning critical mathematical, statistical, or other relevant factors in support of organizational planning activities; applying economic research methodologies and quantitative analysis techniques to conduct economic research, analysis and outlook relevant to agriculture, natural resources and/or rural development; and/or participating in strategic planning activities, including assisting in defining program objectives, goals, measures and financial evaluation of costs or estimates. Education may not be substituted for experience at the GS-12 level. Time-in-grade:
Applicants must have held the GS-12 grade level or higher, or have spent at least one year at the GS-11 grade level to be considered for this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A degree in Economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. Minimum
Qualifications:
Specialized Experience for GS-12:
Possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the Federal GS-11 level or higher, which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this position, examples of specialized experience include:
include:
gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information concerning critical mathematical, statistical, or other relevant factors in support of organizational planning activities; applying economic research methodologies and quantitative analysis techniques to conduct economic research, analysis and outlook relevant to agriculture, natural resources and/or rural development; and/or participating in strategic planning activities, including assisting in defining program objectives, goals, measures and financial evaluation of costs or estimates. Education may not be substituted for experience at the GS-12 level. Time-in-grade:
Applicants must have held the GS-12 grade level or higher, or have spent at least one year at the GS-11 grade level to be considered for this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
- Department:
0110 Economist - Salary Range:
$76,721 to $99,741 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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