Candidates must hold a graduate degree in public policy, economics, or a related discipline with an economic and quantitative background or a bachelor's degree in one of those fields and at least four years of relevant work experience.
Candidates exceeding those requirements also are encouraged to apply; experience will be considered when determining salary and job responsibilities.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain top secret security clearance.
The position requires the following:
- Strong quantitative skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel;
- Resourcefulness in investigating unfamiliar issues;
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, especially the ability to clearly explain analytical results to colleagues at CBO, Congressional staff, and Members of Congress.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a team; and
- Facility with handling multiple projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines.
The following skills and experience are desirable but not required:
- Knowledge of federal budget, legislative, and regulatory processes;
- Familiarity with programs, policies, and procedures of the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense; and
- Recent experience analyzing health policy or health data.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
See Qualifications above