Analyst I

ORI is looking for a customer service and goal-oriented, highly motivated Analyst to collect confidential data on leading economic indicators, obtained through data files and other approved means.

Duties:

• Process respondent files in order to collect monthly and quarterly employment and wage data for the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) government survey following BLS designated EDI Center operational procedures.
• Conduct data analysis, editing and coding by following BLS approved data quality procedures.
• Responsible for formatting and importing data files into BLS approved software applications and databases.
• Research and write correspondence to state employment agencies in reply to data related questions.
• Provide complete and timely information on problem cases and solutions via EDI website system application. Meet and maintain BLS designated data production timing requirements.

Qualifying Experience:

• Ideal candidate should have experience researching and analyzing numerical data.
• High School diploma or equivalent plus one year relevant experience.
• Problem solving skills.
• Multitasking with the ability to work in fast paced/production oriented environment.
• Attention to details; recognizes and investigates problems.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Excel (formatting, data manipulation).
• Two years of experience using the internet for research.
• Displays excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Possess basic math skills required to analyze/edit monthly data in accordance with established standards.
• Consistent work history and excellent attendance.
• Pleasant telephone voice and demeanor.
• Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting with a fast paced and performance oriented environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly and independently required to: use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stand; talk; twist; bend; ascend and descend stairs; remain stationery for extended periods of time; see and read computer screens; communicate via computer and telephone; and, travel to various locations throughout the office as well as other office sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)