About this role
Job SummaryThis position is for an Economist/Senior Economist in the Division of Housing Mission and Goals (DHMG) at the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). In this role, the incumbent will apply their expertise and skills to conduct tasks and projects related to the lifecycle of data, research, and analysis; and to lead production, dissemination, and promotion of accurate and reliable mortgage and housing data and statistics.
QualificationsYou may qualify for your desired series and grade level if you meet the following qualification requirements: BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Basic Entry Requirements for an Economist (0110 series): A. Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the above basic education or education and experience requirements, applicants must also meet the following minimum qualifications for their desired grade level: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualification EL-12: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below. Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-12 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-11 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below. Examples of specialized experience include: Applying advanced statistical or econometric analysis methods, including complex linear and logistic regression and prediction needed to analyze data. Applying survey methodology to produce or analyze data, including methods for sampling, weighting, and/or imputation. Utilizing statistical software/programming languages to manage and analyze housing, mortgage, and/or credit data. Producing technical papers, reports, or documentation materials that describe quantitative methods and/or the results of quantitative analyses. Minimum Qualification EL-13: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below. Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-13 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-12 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below. Examples of specialized experience include: Designing, leading, and/or executing advanced statistical or econometric analyses, including complex linear and logistic regression and prediction needed to analyze data. Developing, evaluating, or applying complex survey methodology, including designing and/or assessing sampling strategies, weighting procedures, and/or imputation methods. Utilizing statistical software/programming languages to manage and analyze housing, mortgage, and/or credit data. Leading the development of technical papers, reports, or documentation materials that describe quantitative methods and/or the results of quantitative analyses. **Failure to provide your transcripts, when required, for any of the options above will remove you from the hiring process** Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Major DutiesDivision of Housing Mission and Goals The Division of Housing Mission and Goals (DHMG) is responsible for FHFA policy development and analysis, oversight of the Enterprises' single-family and multifamily housing policy, oversight of the mission and goals of the Enterprises, and the housing finance and community investment mission of the Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBs and capital policy for the Enterprises. In support of FHFA's mission and the Director's responsibilities as a member of the Federal Housing Finance Oversight Board, the Financial Stability Oversight Board, and the Financial Stability Oversight Council, the division also oversees and coordinates FHFA activities. Such activities involve data analyses, market surveillance, systemic risk monitoring, and analysis affecting housing finance and financial markets. Position Overview The Economist/Senior Economist will apply their expertise and skills to conduct tasks and projects related to the lifecycle of data, research, and analysis; and to lead production, dissemination, and promotion of accurate and reliable mortgage and housing data and statistics. This role will demonstrate skills in research, analysis, assessment, programming, and data analytics with formal training in economics, statistics, or a related quantitative field. The Economist/Senior Economist will work on the National Mortgage Database (NMDB) team in the Office of Data and Analysis (ODA) within DHMG. The NMDB team produces the National Mortgage Database and the National Survey of Mortgage Originations (NSMO). Major Duties & Responsibilities The Economist/Senior Economist duties listed below are at the EL-13 grade level. Depending on the grade level selected, the incumbent will perform the following duties with varying levels of supervision and difficulty: Perform various aspects of the lifecycle of data: design, development, collection, storage, production, validation, management, maintenance, documentation, dissemination, usage, and user support. Conduct primary and/or secondary data collection of administrative and survey data, including mortgage, borrower, and property data. Conduct research, analysis, assessment, modeling, and programming to improve production and dissemination of housing and mortgage data and statistics. Monitor developments in data and quantitative methods and industry best practices in economics, statistics, housing finance, and credit, financial, and regulatory reporting to improve and further develop data production and dissemination. Conduct validation and quality assessment of data to produce and disseminate accurate and reliable data and statistics. Write and disseminate technical documentation, technical reports, statistical blogs, analytical insights, or research papers, including internal and external presentations. Provide technical information and briefings to peers and senior staff in the agency, regulated entities, industry groups, and the public. Perform other duties as assigned.