Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Hiring for Economic Research Associate at Denver, CO Full Time

The Opportunity

This is a unique, early-career role for a skilled economic research associate who can leverage experience in research and analysis of macroeconomic and labor market data. The successful candidate will have a reputation for efficiency, accuracy and innovation, exploring tools, data sets, and works well with internal and external constituencies.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of macroeconomic and labor market data and trends, including consumer activity, inflation, workforce trends, employment patterns, job growth, occupational shifts, and wage dynamics.
• Utilize statistical software and econometric techniques to analyze and forecast employment supply and demand.
• Identify and assess skills gaps and mismatches in the labor market, including shortages of specific skills or qualifications and mismatches between job seekers’ skills and employers’ needs.
• Evaluate the impact of workforce development programs, education and training initiatives, and labor market policies on employment outcomes and economic growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from government agencies, educational institutions, industry associations, and community organizations to collect data, exchange insights, and develop evidence-based strategies for workforce development.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing research findings and data analysis for diverse audiences, including policymakers, employers, educators, and the general public.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, innovations, and best practices in workforce development and labor market policies.
• Locate and collect data from standard and specialized federal, state, and local government sites.  
• Manage and manipulate databases, including regular data updating and organizing data in a manner that allows efficient extraction of data and insertion into reports and studies. 
• Research and write a variety of economic and workforce reports based on economic and demographic data. These reports need to convey complex trends and information in a simple, concise manner to a business audience. Reports may require original research and writing or may be generated from templates. 
• Collaborate with and assist other team members with the research, collection, and interpretation or economic data related to our four service areas: Economic and Demographic Research, Industry Studies, Fiscal and Economic Impact Analysis, and Real Estate and Public Finance.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have an interest in regional economic development, real estate development, and/or community development issues and at least a master’s degree in economics or a related field and two – three years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, Labor Economics, Applied Economics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting empirical research and quantitative analysis, preferably in the field of labor economics, workforce development, or related areas.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as Stata, R, Python, and/or Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and econometric modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and clear takeaways.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information and research findings to non-technical audiences effectively.
• Knowledge of macroeconomic and labor market dynamics, workforce trends, and demographic trends.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced team environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to using rigorous economic analysis and evidence-based approaches.
• A strong familiarity with national, state, and local economic data sources and their interpretation. 
• Detail-oriented data organization and management skills. 
• Experience with ArcGIS, IMPLAN, and Microsoft Access is desired.
• Note: These are preferred qualifications, not required. Please consider applying even if you do not meet all qualifications.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal business office environment.

Physical Requirements

• Physical requirements of the job include sitting at a desk (70% of the time); lifting to 30 pounds may be required to perform the job duties.

Denver Metro Chamber Benefits Summary

DMCC has created a workplace culture that allows our team to focus on doing excellent work, knowing that they have good care.

We offer the following:

• Cigna Healthcare
• Rx Coverage
• Delta Dental PPO
• VSP Vision care
• FSA/HSA
• 401K and matching up to 4%
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Training and professional development

Because of our commitment to fair, and equitable pay, we are guided by pay transparency. Meaning, we set salary ranges based on competitive market data. Our intent is to be upfront with all candidates about the salary range for their role so candidates can be confident that they are receiving competitive wages.

The Chamber and its affiliates are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.