Sr Economist and Director of Economic Competitiveness

Job Details

Established in 1867, the vision of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce is the Economic Empowerment of Every Coloradan. Among the five oldest, continuously operating businesses in Colorado, the Denver Metro Chamber occupies a unique position to promote business growth, economic development, strong public policy, and community stewardship in the Metro Denver region and throughout the State of Colorado.

Role Description:

The Sr. Economist and Director of Economic Competitiveness forward-facing role serves the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce and its divisions. The incumbent will oversee the economic research and analysis function, provide insights on macroeconomics and industry trends, and utilize analytical skills to support economic development strategies. This role will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive economic competitiveness and enhance the overall economic climate of the Denver Metropolitan Area.

Qualifications:

• Min 7-10 years' experience providing Economic Research, Macroeconomics, and Economics skills.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical analysis
• Deep understanding of economic principles and trends
• Ability to generate insights from complex economic data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in economic policy development and implementation.
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Economics or related field

Skills:

• Candidates should have refined interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong, solutions-oriented oral and written communication skills, demonstrates personal integrity, confidence, diplomacy, and flexibility.
• The ability to meet hard deadlines and provide deliverables on schedule.
• Readily establishes relationships and strong lines of communication with other economists, business leaders, government officials, and the public to present research and findings as it relates to the state of the economy.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to audiences from 10 - 900.
• Working knowledge of Python, R, Stata, EViews, Matlab, and SAS
• Comfortable leveraging new technology, excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office products (SharePoint, Teams, Word PowerPoint, and Excel is essential).
• Is an innovator, leveraging and interpreting the data and analysis while curating unique insights and perspectives.
• The acumen and ability to develop the economist team.

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

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Rx Coverage
• Flexible Spending
• 401K and up to 4% match
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Legal Shield
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Training and access to competitive programs for professional development

Reports to

VP of Economic Competitiveness and Corporate Attraction

FLSA Status

Exempt

Salary Range

$125,000-$150,000

 Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

 05/16/2024

 All cities,CO