Forecasting Analyst, Research Analyst 4

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Serve as project leader on major research studies, including actuarial and financial analyses and econometric forecasting .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $6,276 - $9,644 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statistical analysis, econometric forecasting, and research methodologies, with a strong ability to analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports for diverse audiences. Proficient in utilizing statistical software for data management and modeling within the context of government finance and economic analysis.

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Statistical AnalysisEconometric ForecastingResearch MethodologiesData AnalysisGovernment Finance

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisEconometric ModelingData CompilationForecasting TechniquesResearch DesignTime-Series ForecastingCost/Benefit AnalysisMicroeconomicsMacroeconomicsQuantitative Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

Statistical SoftwareComputerized Applications

Industry Keywords

Government FinanceEconomic IssuesRegulatory FactorsConsumer FactorsEconomic Forecasting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as project leader on major research studies, including actuarial and financial analyses and econometric forecasting
Design, implement, and evaluate complex research and forecasting methodologies
Apply complex analytical and forecasting techniques and concepts to major research studies and statistical and fiscal projects
Analyze data
Prepare comprehensive interpretative statistical reports
Consult with agency leadership to interpret and explain reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years of experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports; two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects
OR five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports; two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects
Experience in government finance
Ability to gather, compile, and analyze data, and present findings in tabular, graphic, or narrative form
Strong verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences
Skill in locating and interpreting economic and labor market information
Proficiency with statistical software to clean, tabulate, and simulate data, and to develop econometric models
General knowledge of finance and government
Extensive knowledge of time-series forecasting or data analysis
Extensive knowledge of forecasting techniques, research design, and computer applications and programming languages
Extensive knowledge of microeconomics, macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, regulatory and consumer factors on economic markets, cost/benefit analysis, and economic forecasting and evaluation
Extensive knowledge of local, regional, national and international economic issues
Extensive knowledge of the agency's function, philosophy and background, and laws and regulations affecting the agency
Resume and cover letter required
Subject to fingerprint background check
Must be authorized to work in the United States; DCBS does not offer visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work/life balance
11 paid holidays a year
Competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Part-time telework eligibility after gaining proficiency
COLA increase of 4% effective January 1, 2027
PERS salary increase of 6.95% for eligible participants