The Macroeconomic Analysis Division is seeking candidates for an entry-level assistant analyst position for a period not to exceed three years – ideal for those interested in substantive work experience before attending graduate school.    The Macroeconomic Analysis Division analyzes the macroeconomic effects of federal fiscal policy, studies emerging developments in the U.S. economy, and prepares CBO’s semi-annual economic forecast. In the past few years, the division has analyzed a wide range of issues, including the slow recoveries of the U.S. economy and labor markets, policies to promote short-term and long-term economic growth, the effect of deficit reduction on the economy, and the macroeconomic effects of tax and immigration reform.    Assistant analysts provide support to the division’s 16 economists in variety of ways. They assist in the development of the economic forecast and projections and the analysis of the macroeconomic effects of fiscal policy, prepare materials for CBO publications, maintain the division’s databases, and provide assistance with data manipulation and economic analysis for the division’s other projects.   Qualifications Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in economics or a related discipline. This position requires strong quantitative skills, a proficiency for using personal computers for data analysis, and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Applicants also should be able to communicate technical material clearly, both orally and in writing, and have good interpersonal skills.    Salary and Benefits Salary range is $37,000 to $43,000 and is commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.   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 for those with a bachelor's degree; people with graduate degrees or completing a graduate degree will not be considered. 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   or faxed to 202-225-7539. 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, careers@cbo.gov   EEO/M/F/V/D