Economic Analyst 2 - Antitrust Division, Seattle

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact Tracy Robinson at 360-586-7693. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com. This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified... candidates have applied. First review of applications is expected to occur on 3/11/2020 and will be ongoing. Agency Information The AGO serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The mission of the Office is to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to officials, agencies, and citizens of the state of Washington. The Office is comprised of over 550 attorneys and 700 professional staff. Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. It is the recognition, respect, and appreciation of all cultures and backgrounds and the fostering of the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment. The core values of the AGO are served by a strong commitment to the value of diversity and by promoting an inclusive workplace. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office's newest Annual Report which can be found HERE and view THIS VIDEO. The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Economic Analyst 2 in the Antitrust Division. This position is located in downtown Seattle, WA. • Positions in King County are eligible for 5% assignment pay in addition to the salary listed above. The Antitrust Division of the Washington State Attorney General's Office has a new and exciting opportunity for an economist interested in antitrust enforcement and competition policy. The Antitrust Division investigates, and brings enforcement actions for injunctive and monetary relief on behalf of consumers and the State of Washington in federal and state court. The Division litigates cases in a wide array of industries requiring a wide portfolio of economic support, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and high tech, and recently recovered over $100 million for consumers and the State in price-fixing lawsuits against CRT manufacturers, LCD manufacturers. We have been a national leader in the intersection of antitrust and labor, including filing the first enforcement action by a State Attorney General against a franchisor for its use of no-poach provisions, and an enforcement action against overbroad non-compete agreements. The Division also engages in competition advocacy and provides advice and training to state agencies and external stakeholders on competition-related matters.This newly-created economist position will provide economic analysis in the course of identifying, developing, and litigating antitrust cases. Using economic theory and empirical modeling, this position will work closely with teams of attorneys and other economists to provide microeconomic analysis for new and developing matters, including analyzing the competitive impacts of proposed mergers, evaluating anticompetitive behavior in healthcare and labor markets, assessing competition policy and legislation, providing or supporting expert testimony, and participating in antitrust litigation.The minimum experience and training for this position is: Master's Degree or equivalent in a Ph.D program in economics; and two years of professional experience in economic analysis. OR One year as an Economic Analyst in State service. Professional experience in economic analysis may be substituted, year for year, for the required education, provided a Bachelor's Degree in economics has been attained. The ideal candidate will have: • A Master's or equivalent training in economics or a related field • Strong empirical and analytical skills • Experience working with and analyzing data in Excel, Access, or other programs • Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and ability to learn document management software • Experience with econometric methods and/or Stata or similar statistical analysis software • Familiarity with diversion ratio and choice models This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied. First review of applications is expected to occur on 3/11/2020 and will be ongoing. It is in the applicants' best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position: • A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position; • A current resume detailing experience and education. READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY: • Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting. • You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days. • The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. • A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application. • All information may be verified and documentation may be required. Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact Tracy Robinson at 360-586-7693. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com. For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Letrice Tobinat (206) 587-5613 or Letrice.Tobin@atg.wa.gov. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com