Economist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Economist

Classification : Full Time

Location : Santa Barbara, CA | Minimum of two days per week in Santa Barbara office

Work Hours : Flexible with start time between 7 : 00 – 9 : 00 a.m.

Travel : Up to 10% of time

Base Salary Range : $68,640–$97,760 annually ($33–$47 / hour)

Benefits :

• Above-market performance-based bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401k Plan with profit sharing
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick) and Holidays

Summary :

Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. (RDN) is a small, mission-driven economic consulting firm specializing in housing market and socioeconomic research for U.S. Government agencies. Our team of economists and analysts produce high-impact studies that influence military compensation and housing programs.

We are seeking an Economist that is a versatile problem solver who may perform analytical, managerial, client service, and business development tasks across various economic consulting projects. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain data-driven workflows focused on regional housing market and cost of living analysis. You will also conduct research and prepare reports on issues related to the cost, quality, and availability of rental housing for US military service members and their families. We look for smart, humble, collaborative, flexible, and hardworking professionals. In return, we reward personal and professional growth with greater responsibility and benefits. This position will report to RDN’s Program Manager for the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Economic Studies programs.

Key Responsibilities :

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Economics plus 2+ years' relevant experience, OR

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About RDN :

Located in sunny Santa Barbara, California, RDN is an economic consulting firm with a track record of excellence spanning more than 40 years. RDN’s core services include housing market data collection and analysis, utility rate studies, surveys, and economic impact studies. Our mission is to provide our clients with the information and guidance they need to advance their missions efficiently and sustainably. Our employee mission is to empower our employee owners to flourish as productive and impactful people. We adhere to the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, and we seek mutual respect, trust, honesty, loyalty, and mentorship. We value integrity, customer service, excellence, teamwork, innovation, and impact. We enjoy a casual office environment with flexible hours and abundant professional development opportunities. Personal and professional growth is rewarded with greater responsibility and benefits.

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