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The DNR Economics group is looking for a sharp and personable Research Analyst to manage our data collection and contribute to our economic analyses. The main work for this role is to conduct industry surveys–particularly the DNR Mill Survey and the Timber Harvest Report–as well as manage that data and prepare reports for those surveys.  We need someone who is comfortable and amicable working with the public (especially by phone), as well as capable of collecting and verifying the data, discovering any insights that the data might offer, and maintaining and improving our databases.

The incumbent will:

• enjoy substantial autonomy to collaborate with internal and external partners;
• plan, develop, and carry out meaningful statistical and economic research;
• study contemporary economic trends and DNR’s core business activities;
• demonstrate an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement;
• communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, with internal and external collaborators;
• use intelligence, common sense, analysis, and tenacity to support decisions that withstand the test of time.

We will provide on-the-job training to bolster statistics and economics competence, as well as other mentoring, to give you the best chance of succeeding.

• BA/AA (or like) degree in economics, natural resource management, public finance, or related academic and/or work experience.

Should be able to:

• Understand contemporary economic trends and DNR’s core business activities, and incorporate them into analyses and reports.
• Understand research methods, project management theory and techniques, and statistical theory and techniques.
• Develop, organize, and direct difficult research and statistical projects.
• Analyze and interpret complex data.
• Understand forest product, geoduck, and agricultural industries/markets.
• Understand basic economic and statistical theory and practices.
• Create, maintain, and generate reports from MS Access or SQL.
• Create, maintain, enter, and manipulate data in spreadsheets (MS Excel).
• Compile and analyze data and statistics from economists, private consultants, and wood products industry representatives.  Promote a productive working relationship with these professionals.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Manage projects of short (3-15 days) and long (1-9 months) duration.
• Maintain confidentiality of industry partners.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s degree in economics, natural resource management, public finance, or closely allied field.
• Three years of professional experience in natural resources with a state agency, private business, or other organization.  Experience should include working with clients collecting data, conducting economic analysis, and developing reports.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position requires use of and familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite–especially Word, Excel, and Access–though other software (such as R and SQL) may be used as well.
• Care is needed to adapt workspace and practices to the demands of frequent and potentially long-duration computing.  In addition to information regarding proper posture and ergonomics, workspace safety assessments by trained safety representatives are available upon request.
• Responding to requests for information–both within and without DNR–is an important component of this position.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must submit the following:
  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
  • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
• You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Questions?  Please contact David Chertudi at (360) 867-8066/david.chertudi@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.  You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed. This announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, genetic information, military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1128.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.