Associate Research/Data Analyst-OEWS

Associate Research/Data Analyst-OEWS 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Jefferson City, MO 65101 $40,250.00

• $42,946.80 a year
• Full-time State of Missouri 894 reviews $40,250.00
• $42,946.80 a year
• Full-time Job Summary
• Why you'll love this position You will be joining a Department committed to a culture of

TEAMWORK

to accomplish our goals together, where we deliver excellence through

COLLABORATION

with partners and stakeholders, embody

ACCOUNTABILITY

through trust and professionalism, and embrace

WORK-LIFE BALANCE

by prioritizing respect, boundaries, and time. While working at DHEWD you will be helping to develop the workforce of the future! Join us as we pursue our vision of "Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success." Responsibilities

• What you'll do This position works within Missouri's Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) team, a program administered by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

OEWS collects data related to the number of workers in Missouri and the wage ranges by occupation. This information is used for analysis of the occupational composition of different industries, for determining national policy related to structural unemployment, and for other purposes such as training and employment planning at state and local levels. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for reaching out to Missouri employers to gather their data. Contacts will be made through phone calls, emails, and mailings. The position allows an opportunity to both work together as a team and to work independently to get assigned tasks completed. Candidates interested in this position should be flexible and able to adjust as the demand and focus on work shifts. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Collect detailed occupational employment and wage information for Missouri employers by conducting a high volume of phone calls, emails, and other collection methods. Analyze job classification information by understanding and utilizing the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and industry classification information by using the North American Classification System (NAICS) received from the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Properly track and enter activity into the data collection software system. Analyze returned employer reports for data quality, accuracy, and completeness. Develop and maintain working knowledge of staffing patterns, occupational differences, and occupational coding systems, as well as industry classifications, to solicit and properly code survey responses. Proficiently use programs used in the OEWS Program, including Word, Excel, and other program specific software. Follow guidelines and requirements put forth by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in the Cooperative Agreement with the State of Missouri. Answer questions regarding the program and how the data is used and the importance of it. Research employers to find information related to them, including contact information and industry details. Other duties related to the collection and coding of data for the OEWS program. Perform other related work as assigned. Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance. Qualifications

• All you need for success Beneficial education and/or work-related experience includes technical or professional experience in business, personnel, public administration or closely related area, including military service. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa, at this time. Job Details
• More reasons to love this position The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Details

• If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact: DHEWDHR@dhewd.

mo.gov The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.