ECONOMIST 3
Salary
$73,309.68 - $109,640.88 Annually
Location
Carson City
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-04627
Department
DETR - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Opening Date
11/12/2026
Closing Date
11/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
D
Salary Grade
38
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Carson City, NV
Job Summary
The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is hiring for an Economist 3 in Carson City, NV. The incumbent supervises a unit within the Research & Analysis Bureau, providing direction, support, guidance, and assistance to others within the unit. This position is responsible for the accuracy, reliability, and quality of the labor market data and reports produced by the unit, and ensuring that deliverables for the US Department of Labor are met. This vacancy is in the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) unit, which produces QCEW deliverables under a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Economists prepare and conduct research, analysis and studies of economic, social, fiscal and other factors in relation to topic of study.
Essential Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in economics, labor economics, econometrics, statistics or a related field and three years of professional experience in conducting statistical/economic data collection, analysis and research involving the application of advanced statistical, mathematical and economic principles and research modeling; OR one year of experience as an Economist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Job Duties
Conduct research and analysis of economic, social, industrial and/or employment factors in order to identify trends and/or possible implications on the State.
Collect, analyze and interpret data such as labor market trends, population projections, and industrial activity in order to produce economic or caseload forecasts to be used by State agencies in forecasting budgetary and service delivery levels.
Provide technical assistance to State and local officials by providing and interpreting data and analysis and assisting in strategic planning based upon analysis.
Make presentations to community groups regarding national and State economic trends and resulting implications.
Produce reports containing graphs, tables, and written analysis of statistical and economic data for internal use, submission to the State and federal government, or publication and distribution to local governments and the general public.
Prepare and conduct various required and specially assigned statistical surveys including designing or updating collection form, evaluating and analyzing data, and developing narrative summaries of analysis.
Update information stored in data base and assist in developing a complex information system in order to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of work performed; extract and manipulate data stored in a data base to perform economic and statistical analysis.
May supervise professional, technical, or administrative staff as assigned to include performance evaluations, work performance standards, scheduling, work assignment and review, training and discipline.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general direction, Economist III's perform the full range of duties as described in the series concept involving the application of recognized economic and research principles and a high level of complexity. Work is assigned through goals and objectives and reviewed through goal attainment and as unusual circumstances occur. Incumbents are expected to have full supervisory authority over Economist II's and Economist I's and/or perform comprehensive, broad based research and analysis involving the application of more advanced economic principles and statistical/econometric techniques to difficult problems. This is the advanced journey level in the series.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Working knowledge of: econometrics, research design, statistical analysis, and quantitative methods and procedures; economic principles, concepts and theory.
General knowledge of: supervisory principles and practices; selection and application of research models appropriate to project; fiscal analysis and forecasting techniques; new and alternative economic and statistical research and forecasting approaches; data processing and computer system capabilities in the areas of forecasting and trend analysis.
Skill in: planning and designing economic studies and projects.
Recruiter Contact Information: Clark Mandichak - clarkmandichak@admin.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Can you meet this requirement?
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Do you have any of the following?
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education? This must match the education section of your profile.
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For each degree you have earned or are currently pursuing, list the degree type, area of study, and the total number of units or credits completed (if the degree is still in progress). If you do not have any degrees, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience conducting statistical/economic data collection, analysis and research involving the application of advanced statistical, mathematical and economic principles and research modeling do you possess? This experience is required. Your answer will be compared to the work history information on your application to determine if you meet minimum qualifications.
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Describe your experience conducting statistical/economic data collection, analysis and research involving the application of advanced statistical, mathematical and economic principles and research modeling. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.
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How many years of experience supervising the work of others do you possess? This experience is required. Your answer will be compared to the work history information on your application to determine if you meet minimum qualifications.
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Describe your experience supervising the work of others. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.
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How many years of experience do you have working with scripted statistical software programs such as R, Python, or SAS do you possess? This experience is required. Your answer will be compared to the work history information on your application to determine if you meet minimum qualifications.
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Describe your experience working with scripted statistical software programs such as R, Python, or SAS. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment 4. Detail of Experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.
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Employer State of Nevada (NV)
Address See Above for Agency Information
See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701
Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov
| Location | Carson City, NV |
| Salary | $73,309.68–$109,640.88 Per Year |
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