The Microeconomic Studies Division is seeking an Assistant Analyst to analyze potential mandates on the private sector that are contained in legislation and to provide research assistance for reports and testimonies. The candidate would be responsible for analyzing the impact of federal legislation on the private sector, monitoring bills as they move through the legislative process, and maintaining databases for tracking the Congressional Budget Office's activities under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. The division also is responsible for analyzing the budgetary and economic effects of policy options for a wide variety of issues, including energy and the environment, infrastructure, and education and income security. Recently completed work includes analyzing the effects of a carbon tax on the economy and the environment; assessing federal financial support for fuels and energy technologies; and examining trends in federal investment in highways and other infrastructure, research and development, and education. The candidate would be responsible for providing statistical analyses, graphics, literature reviews, and other research assistance for such projects. Assistant Analysts typically pursue professional or graduate degrees in fields such as economics, public policy, or law following their 2-3 year term appointments. Qualifications Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance in economics, public policy, or a related field of study. Candidates also should have strong analytical, quantitative, and writing skills and a desire to work on issues of current legislative interest to the Congress. The position requires a person who can accurately interpret and analyze legislative proposals and take initiative to gather suitable data to address policy questions. Training or experience in industry or regulatory analysis, or experience with the legislative process is desired. In addition, candidates must have strong computer skills (e.g. STATA or SAS, and Excel). Some proficiency with databases and related systems is desired. Finally, candidates should have the ability to handle several analytic issues simultaneously and complete projects under tight deadlines. This is a position for undergraduates - CBO does not consider individuals with or completing a graduate degree for assistant analyst positions. Salary and Benefits Salary range is $37,000-$43,000, and will be commensurate with education and related experience. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment. How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, a brief writing sample, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three (3) references online. Only complete applications will be considered. Although there is no deadline for applying, this position will be closed when CBO has received a sufficient number of applications from qualified candidates. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended. Because this is a ‘covered position’ within CBO, appointment to this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable by regulations approved pursuant to the Congressional Accountability Act. Accordingly, qualified applicants who are not current employees of CBO and who were separated from active duty in the armed forces under honorable conditions and who served on active duty in the armed forces during certain wars, in certain expeditions or campaigns, or during specific time periods (veterans) or who are disabled veterans may be eligible to receive preference over nonpreference eligible applicants in appointment decisions. Spouses, widows, widowers, and mothers of certain veterans may also be eligible to claim preference, if the veteran cannot. If claiming veterans’ preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans’ preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans’ Preference section of the application and must complete and submit a Veterans’ Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form within two weeks of applying to veao@cbo.gov . Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO’s Veterans’ Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov .   Contact Nancy Fahey, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628 202-226-2628 202-226-262, career , careers@cbo.gov   EEO M/F/V/D   Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype Credit Free via Skype