Economic Analyst Jobs
Economic Analyst jobs are open across government agencies, financial services, consulting, healthcare, and technology, from entry-level research positions to senior and principal roles, with specializations in policy analysis, forecasting, and quantitative modeling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Summary
As a senior-level analyst, coordinates and conducts a variety of activities such as gathering and disseminating business information, marketing, and negotiating financial incentives with prospective businesses to promote business growth and retention in the City of Dallas.
Job Description
Overview
The Economic Development Analyst I position may perform and coordinate a variety of activities for the Office of Economic Development according to assigned program area/division. General responsibilities may include assisting with the following: development and/or research information and databases, compiling and analyzing data, disseminating business and demographic information, drafting briefing materials, content and financial aspects of City Council agenda items and Council Resolutions, negotiation of financial incentives for prospective business investors and developers, financial analysis for the department's operating funds, and/or the creation and retention of jobs.
Essential Functions
Real Estate, Business and/or Community Development Divisions:
1 Assists with the development and implementation of programs and activities that serve to foster business development and retention, as well as create opportunities for new jobs and/or retention of existing ones to promote an attractive business climate within the City of Dallas.
2 Develops a functional professional working relationship with business owners, private and governmental agencies and stakeholders to build public-private partnerships and catalyst projects that will foster further development and create/retain jobs.
3 Interacts with expanding and relocating companies to disseminate information regarding City incentive programs to encourage the creation of new businesses in Dallas, expand businesses to the City of Dallas market, or motivate existing Dallas businesses to further contribute to the City’s economic development.
4 Researches, compiles and analyzes economic and demographic data that may be used by the Office of Economic Development staff in the development of briefing materials, and responds to or assesses business proposals included in fiscal impact analyses.
5 May provide support to a variety of projects intended to further economic development in the City that may include production of management reports and drafting response letters, tables, impact models and other items deemed relevant/pertinent by supervisor.
6 Manages multiple projects, is reliable, meets deadlines, prioritizes and organizes work assignments, and works well individually and as part of a team.
7 Exercises sound judgment, tact, creativity, resourcefulness and leadership in dealing with residents, developers, City officials, outside agencies, committees and boards.
8 Assists in the development and/or research of information and databases, compiling and analyzing data, and/or contract compliance monitoring work.
9 Assists in drafting financial aspects of City Council agenda items and Council Resolutions.
10 Develops and maintains website and social media content.
11 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Finance Division
1 Assists with the development of the department's operating budget.
2 Prepares monthly expenditure, revenue, and performance measure reports for submission to the Budget Office.
3 Tracks and reconciles revenues, expenditures, position counts and FTEs.
4 Develops revenue and expenditure forecasts.
5 Performs fund accounting for department's operating funds, including preparation of cash balance analyses and preparation of journal entries and other accounting documents in the City's financial system.
6 Assists with procurement activities and service contract solicitations.
7 Provides administrative support with human resource business processes such as entering job requisitions, Classification Action Forms, and running Workday reports as authorized.
8 Prepares ad hoc financial reports upon request; provides accurate information on budgeting, financial controls, data collection, and analytical methodologies.
9 Conducts and performs various research activities and projects as assigned.
10 Meets all budget request deadlines while ensuring technical accuracy, accountability, and transparency in financial matters.
11 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from a four (4) year accredited college with an emphasis on any or several of the following: Urban Planning, Public Administration, Economic Development, Real Estate Development, Economics, Mathematics, IT and/or GIS, Finance/Accounting.
- An Associate degree preferably in Science area or at least two (2) years of college credit in areas listed and two (2) years of work experience in some of the Essential Functions in an economic development organization may qualify for an entry level position.
Licenses and Certifications
None
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1 Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically both internally and externally at all levels.
2 Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
3 Demonstrated proficiency or ability to gain proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS mapping software, geospatial data analysis, data visualization, dashboards, story maps, infographics, etc.
4 Collaboration in dashboard and/or database development, maintenance, analysis.
5 Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and/or Salesforce.
6 Knowledge of how to interpret, compile, analyze, present results and/or draft reports or determinations related to contractual agreements and/or financial data (some knowledge and/or understanding of budgets, expenditures, estimates, reconciliations, municipal budgeting is desirable).
8 Maintains punctual and regular attendance, arrives prepared for assigned meetings, and is ready and able to perform regular work responsibilities.
9 Must be flexible and able to work extended hours as needed.
Note: Depending on the division for which applying, some or all of those listed in this section would be applicable.
Salary Range
$55,432.00 - $65,062.40
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
Contact: TalentCentral@dallas.gov
Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.
Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,
we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.
Job Summary
As a senior-level analyst, coordinates and conducts a variety of activities such as gathering and disseminating business information, marketing, and negotiating financial incentives with prospective businesses to promote business growth and retention in the City of Dallas.
Job Description
Overview
The Economic Development Analyst I position may perform and coordinate a variety of activities for the Office of Economic Development according to assigned program area/division. General responsibilities may include assisting with the following: development and/or research information and databases, compiling and analyzing data, disseminating business and demographic information, drafting briefing materials, content and financial aspects of City Council agenda items and Council Resolutions, negotiation of financial incentives for prospective business investors and developers, financial analysis for the department's operating funds, and/or the creation and retention of jobs.
Essential Functions
Real Estate, Business and/or Community Development Divisions:
1 Assists with the development and implementation of programs and activities that serve to foster business development and retention, as well as create opportunities for new jobs and/or retention of existing ones to promote an attractive business climate within the City of Dallas.
2 Develops a functional professional working relationship with business owners, private and governmental agencies and stakeholders to build public-private partnerships and catalyst projects that will foster further development and create/retain jobs.
3 Interacts with expanding and relocating companies to disseminate information regarding City incentive programs to encourage the creation of new businesses in Dallas, expand businesses to the City of Dallas market, or motivate existing Dallas businesses to further contribute to the City’s economic development.
4 Researches, compiles and analyzes economic and demographic data that may be used by the Office of Economic Development staff in the development of briefing materials, and responds to or assesses business proposals included in fiscal impact analyses.
5 May provide support to a variety of projects intended to further economic development in the City that may include production of management reports and drafting response letters, tables, impact models and other items deemed relevant/pertinent by supervisor.
6 Manages multiple projects, is reliable, meets deadlines, prioritizes and organizes work assignments, and works well individually and as part of a team.
7 Exercises sound judgment, tact, creativity, resourcefulness and leadership in dealing with residents, developers, City officials, outside agencies, committees and boards.
8 Assists in the development and/or research of information and databases, compiling and analyzing data, and/or contract compliance monitoring work.
9 Assists in drafting financial aspects of City Council agenda items and Council Resolutions.
10 Develops and maintains website and social media content.
11 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Finance Division
1 Assists with the development of the department's operating budget.
2 Prepares monthly expenditure, revenue, and performance measure reports for submission to the Budget Office.
3 Tracks and reconciles revenues, expenditures, position counts and FTEs.
4 Develops revenue and expenditure forecasts.
5 Performs fund accounting for department's operating funds, including preparation of cash balance analyses and preparation of journal entries and other accounting documents in the City's financial system.
6 Assists with procurement activities and service contract solicitations.
7 Provides administrative support with human resource business processes such as entering job requisitions, Classification Action Forms, and running Workday reports as authorized.
8 Prepares ad hoc financial reports upon request; provides accurate information on budgeting, financial controls, data collection, and analytical methodologies.
9 Conducts and performs various research activities and projects as assigned.
10 Meets all budget request deadlines while ensuring technical accuracy, accountability, and transparency in financial matters.
11 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from a four (4) year accredited college with an emphasis on any or several of the following: Urban Planning, Public Administration, Economic Development, Real Estate Development, Economics, Mathematics, IT and/or GIS, Finance/Accounting.
- An Associate degree preferably in Science area or at least two (2) years of college credit in areas listed and two (2) years of work experience in some of the Essential Functions in an economic development organization may qualify for an entry level position.
Licenses and Certifications
None
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1 Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically both internally and externally at all levels.
2 Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
3 Demonstrated proficiency or ability to gain proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS mapping software, geospatial data analysis, data visualization, dashboards, story maps, infographics, etc.
4 Collaboration in dashboard and/or database development, maintenance, analysis.
5 Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and/or Salesforce.
6 Knowledge of how to interpret, compile, analyze, present results and/or draft reports or determinations related to contractual agreements and/or financial data (some knowledge and/or understanding of budgets, expenditures, estimates, reconciliations, municipal budgeting is desirable).
8 Maintains punctual and regular attendance, arrives prepared for assigned meetings, and is ready and able to perform regular work responsibilities.
9 Must be flexible and able to work extended hours as needed.
Note: Depending on the division for which applying, some or all of those listed in this section would be applicable.
Salary Range
$55,432.00 - $65,062.40
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
Contact: TalentCentral@dallas.gov
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in economic analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in economics, finance, statistics, or a related quantitative field
- Proficiency in statistical software such as Stata, R, Python, or SAS
- Experience building and interpreting econometric or forecasting models
- Strong written communication skills for policy memos, reports, and executive summaries
- Familiarity with large datasets and data management tools including SQL or Excel
- Knowledge of microeconomic or macroeconomic theory applied to real-world policy or business problems
Tips for Your Economic Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Economic analysts work in government, consulting, and private industry, and hiring managers read resumes differently in each. Emphasize policy impact for public-sector roles, revenue or cost outcomes for private firms, and modeling rigor for research-focused positions.
Lead with your analytical toolkit
Hiring managers scan for specific tools before reading anything else. Call out your proficiency in Stata, R, Python, or SAS in a dedicated skills section near the top, not buried in job descriptions where automated screening might miss it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists economic analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond the obvious
Many economic analyst openings are posted under titles like research analyst, policy analyst, or quantitative analyst. Searching only one title means missing a large share of relevant openings, so widen your search terms systematically before narrowing by industry.
Prepare a data walkthrough for interviews
Most economic analyst interviews include a technical screen where you explain a past analysis end to end: the question, the data sources, the method, and the finding. Prepare a two-minute version of one real project you can describe without jargon.
Negotiate using benchmarked salary bands
Before your offer conversation, pull occupational wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for your specific metro area and experience level. Citing a credible external benchmark shifts the conversation from opinion to evidence, which is exactly the framing economic analysts are hired to use.
Economic Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most economic analysts?
Ramp, Strategic Insight, and International Brotherhood of Teamsters are hiring the most economic analysts right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, District of Columbia, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal agencies, management consulting firms, and financial institutions consistently account for the largest share of postings.
How many economic analyst jobs are remote?
About 75% of economic analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for independent research and modeling work that does not require on-site presence. Policy research, forecasting, and data analysis sub-roles tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions compared to roles requiring direct client or legislative engagement.
How do you become an economic analyst?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, or a related quantitative field, then build hands-on experience with statistical software like Stata, R, or Python through coursework or independent projects. Internships at government agencies, think tanks, or financial firms sharpen applied skills and open entry-level doors. A master's degree strengthens competitiveness for senior research and federal positions.
How do you get hired as an economic analyst with little or no experience?
Focus on roles titled junior analyst, research assistant, or policy analyst, which are designed for early-career candidates. Build a portfolio of original analysis using publicly available datasets from the Bureau of Labor Statistics or census sources to demonstrate real modeling ability. Highlighting coursework projects with concrete findings and clean methodology can substitute for professional experience in many entry-level screenings.
What does the economic analyst interview process look like?
Most economic analyst hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen focused on background and fit, followed by a technical round where you walk through a past analysis or complete a take-home data exercise. Final rounds often involve presenting findings to a panel and fielding questions on methodology. Government and consulting roles may add a written case or policy memo component.
Where can I find and apply to economic analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to economic analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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