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November 27, 2019

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Legislative Data Analyst, Government Affairs, Bloomberg BNA for December or Recent Grad

Posted: 27 Nov 2019 05:21 AM PST

Position Description
Responsible for the acquisition of data, content and information to support the Government Affairs business.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Collect, review and summarize data from multiple sources.
  • Attend congressional committee markups to collect and analyze relevant information related to bills, amendments, nominations and votes.
  • Analyze congressional floor activity, providing analysis of amendments and other artifacts.
  • Track regulatory dockets and related activity through the Federal Register and elsewhere.
  • Standardize and maintain data from campaign finance and lobbying records.
  • Maintain directory and calendar content to help customers stay up to speed on what's happening and who to contact in Washington.
  • Create innovative ways to enhance our systems and make our data-related processes more efficient, accurate and timely.
  • Participate in time-sensitive projects, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver new initiatives.
  • Act as a liaison with technology teams to enhance relevant product databases.
  • Provide a platinum level of service to customers.
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
1-2+ years' experience in research, especially collecting and maintaining complex data sets; experience summarizing legislative and regulatory developments desired; ability to identify, understand, and summarize complex information from a variety of sources; prior experience or strong knowledge and understanding of the legislative or regulatory process; excellent numerical skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; high proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; strong knowledge and understanding of the legislative or regulatory process; keen interest in information management, technology and product development; ability to work quickly, accurately, and efficiently in a fast paced with shifting priorities; effective project management skills and ability to prioritize tasks; knowledge in information technology and statistical analysis or computer programming (i.e. VBA, SQL, MATLAB, Python, Regex) desirable; works effectively as a member of a team, including helping others as needed; ability to deal with internal and external customers in a professional manner; excellent organizational skills; ability to work independently; ability to conduct research with guidance from supervisor or higher-level analyst; experience using database software and/or desktop publishing systems desired. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Application instructions
Apply on the Bloomberg page on MyWorkdayJobs.

For best consideration, apply by December 15.

Women in Economics Interest Meeting

Posted: 27 Nov 2019 05:15 AM PST

FDIC Research Assistant Position for Recent & December Graduates

Posted: 27 Nov 2019 05:11 AM PST

Each year, the Center for Financial Research (CFR) hires a number of research assistants (RAs). RAs work closely with staff economists to conduct quantitative analysis and produce scholarly research. They also gather information and compile data pertaining to the financial services industry and financial markets.

RAs advance their knowledge of the banking industry through statistical analyses and the study of the banking literature, and have the opportunity to coauthor scholarly papers. RAs become proficient at manipulating and analyzing financial data. The FDIC provides training in SAS, Stata, and other statistical packages.

Former RAs have gone on to PhD and other graduate programs at top universities, pursued careers in the financial sector and consulting, and advanced to higher positions within the FDIC and other agencies. These RA positions are limited to a two-year term, with a possible one-year extension.

The FDIC offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package.

Interested applicants should send their application package by email to EconomistCareers@FDIC.gov. To be considered, application packages must include a cover letter, resume, and transcript. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The position requires US citizenship. The position also requires the following education, experience, and academic qualifications. The applicant must have a degree in economics, earned by December 31, 2019, that includes at least 21 semester hours of economics and 3 hours in statistics, accounting, and calculus. The applicant must also have computer programming skills and experience in the use of statistical packages, or the applicant must have a combination of education and experience, such as courses equivalent to a major in economics, plus appropriate experience or additional education in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. The position requires one year of graduate education or superior academic achievement in undergraduate school that includes a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0.

The cover letter should clearly state the position for which the candidate wishes to be considered. The resume should include the position title of "Economic Research Assistant" as well as the candidate's name, address, daytime telephone number, email address, and citizenship. More information on federal resumes. The transcript should include all coursework being used to qualify for the education requirements of the position. An unofficial transcript is acceptable for the initial application.

Eligible candidates wishing to claim Veterans' Preference must provide the applicable DD-214 (for the 5 point veterans' preference) or Standard form 15 (for the 10 point veterans' preference). Please see veterans' preference for details.

If you have any questions or interest, please contact our recruiting coordinator Brian Johnson.

FDIC Internship

Posted: 27 Nov 2019 05:12 AM PST

The Center for Financial Research (CFR) offers paid internships each year to undergraduate and graduate students to work alongside economists and research assistants. Because interns work in our Washington, DC office, all internship applicants must attend a college or university within commuting distance to Washington, DC.

Interns perform data analyses, help write scholarly research, assemble data, write short memoranda, and help organize seminars. Interns learn about banking, finance, regulatory economics, and applied statistics. They also learn statistical computing languages and become proficient at data analysis. The FDIC provides training in SAS, Stata, and other statistical packages.

Internships are limited to a one-year term, with a possible one-year extension. Interns may have the opportunity to advance to a permanent position at the FDIC. The FDIC offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

If you have any questions or interest, please contact their recruiting coordinator Brian Johnson.

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