ECONOMIST V - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

This vacancy is with the Department of Taxation, Tax Research & Planning Office.

About the Role

The position is located in the Tax Research and Planning Office, Department of Taxation. The Tax Research and Planning Office prepares statistical reports on tax collection, provides estimates of the revenue consequences of proposed legislation, and conducts research to help design and evaluate State tax policies and programs. The Office provides administrative and technical support to the Council on Revenues, which forecasts general fund tax revenues and the state's total personal income. The Office supports the Council on Revenues by maintaining an econometric model and data required to predict tax collections based on forecasts of various economic variables provided by the Council members.

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct research and prepare studies using accepted statistical and analytical techniques to assist in developing new tax legislation and in evaluating existing tax policies and tax programs.

Pay

$6,221 to $7,568 per month (SR-24, Step D to I). Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and prepare studies using accepted statistical and analytical techniques.
• Assist in developing new tax legislation and evaluating existing tax policies and tax programs.

Requirements

• Citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in economics or finance.
• Specialized Experience: Four years of progressively responsible work experience conducting complex economic research studies and analyses of major economic areas or issues. This experience must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and theories, as well as the implications of economic information and trends, and skill in the application of economic analysis in the formulation of sound projects and programs.

Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program that forgives the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. More information.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.