[Oppslist] > Two Exciting Opportunities at U.S. EPA Headquarters: Environmental/Energy Economists

[Rosseel.Kevin at epamail.epa.gov]

Openings in EPA’s Climate Economics Branch
           Climate Change Division, Office of Air & Radiation

EPA has two openings for Environmental/Energy Economists.

The Climate Change Division (CCD) is responsible for conducting economic
analyses of the mitigation of greenhouse gases (GHGs); assessing
long-term projections of climate change, both to human health and the
environment; coordinating domestic and international policies relating
to climate change; and developing the official U.S. inventory of GHGs.

Climate Economics Branch

The positions are in the Climate Economics Branch (CEB). This branch is
responsible for conducting analyses of the economic effects of
greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and carbon sequestration.

For additional information on CEB, go to:  http://
www.epa.gov/climatechange/economics/index.html

This invitation is intended to create a pool of qualified candidates. It
is not an official job application process. All job openings will be
announced in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s EZ-hire website
(http://www.epa.gov/ezhire).

EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For these positions, the salary
range is from GS-12 to GS-13 ($69,764 to $ 107,854). Selection for these
positions will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color,
religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation,
disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or any other
non-merit factors.  >> U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED. <<

If interested please, e-mail a cover letter and resume to the following
address (email only):

boggess.judy at epa.gov


Economist Positions and Qualifications

These positions are for economists dedicated to assessing climate change
mitigation policy options in the U.S. energy sector. The focus of the
positions is the development and use of large-scale economic models, in
particular, the impact of GHG policies. Previous experience with
economic modeling is desired.

Candidates should be self-motivated and capable of contributing to the
design of a research program.  Strong communication skills are necessary
to support a multi-disciplinary team and to facilitate interactions with
other economists, stakeholders, and contractors.  Excellent writing
skills are required to produce lucid and useful research and analysis.

Successful candidates must have a strong background in economics and
quantitative analysis plus be familiar with climate change science and
policy.  Ideal candidates will hold an advanced degree (PhD preferred)
in economics or engineering, with significant exposure to environmental
and energy economics, and public policy. Quantitative skills in
mathematical economics, econometrics, and statistics are required.
Positions require a commitment to environmental protection, a high
energy level, and project management experience.  Domestic and
international travel may be required.

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