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ECONOMIST
Organization:    Ministry of Finance
Division:    Office of Economic Policy
City:    Toronto
Job Term:    1 Permanent
Job Code:    17PEC - Ecomcs Stat Ama Unit PEC17
Salary:    $65,898.00 - $79,912.00 per year
Posting Status:    Open
Job ID:    49024
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The Economic and Revenue Forecasting and Analysis Branch is looking for a highly motivated professional to join the team and provide analysis and advice on macroeconomic policy issues.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:
• prepare economic analysis and forecasts using economic models
• monitor the Ontario economy and conduct statistical and econometric analysis
• write briefing notes, conduct research and prepare analytical papers
• support the Budget and Fiscal and Economic Statement process with current economic analysis and projections

How do I qualify?

Technical Expertise:
• You have experience in statistical and econometric analysis, including forecasting techniques
• You have knowledge of economic trends and current economic issues, as well as public sector fiscal policy processes
• You have demonstrated quantitative skills including experience with economic models and methods

Analytical, Research, Project Management and Organizational Skills:
• You can conduct applied economic research and analysis
• You can interpret economic developments including implications for the province's economic and revenue outlook
• You can plan and carry out complex assignments to deadlines with minimal direction

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• You are able to describe and explain complex economic issues in formal written documents
• You are able to present complex economic and statistical material to senior management
• You demonstrate judgement, tact and direction when working with internal and external stakeholders

Additional information:
Address:  
  • 1 Permanent, 95 Grosvenor St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:   Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Schedule:   6
Category:   Finance and Economics
Posted on:   Thursday, January 24, 2013
 
Note:
  • Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
  • As a result of the recently agreed to AMAPCEO collective agreement, a new job evaluation system will be implemented on October 1, 2013 and the job code identified in this posting is subject to revision. In the new job evaluation system, the classification level of this position has not yet been determined.
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from applying and/or accepting a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from applying and/or accepting a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
 
Remember: The deadline to apply is Thursday, February 7, 2013 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

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