Chief Economist: Applied Economics Project for NYS AG (6320)

Application Deadline is May 17, 2024

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Chief Economist (CFE). The Chief Economist serves as the OAG’s lead economic policy advisor and guides the OAG’s top decision makers in evaluating economic evidence during the course of an investigation, litigation, or settlement. The CFE position offers a unique opportunity to work on applied economics projects with an elite group of law enforcement and policy practitioners at one of the most dynamic public agencies in the country. We seek a smart, creative individual who works well in teams and enjoys applying economics to new problems. 

The Division of Economic Justice brings statutory and common law actions to protect the economic wellbeing of New Yorkers and the economic interests of the State. These include enforcement matters covering antitrust, investor protection, consumer protection, internet and technology, and New York’s false claims act.

Duties: 

• Providing economic and empirical analysis as directed by the OAG across a broad range of investigations and litigations, including, but not limited to, antitrust merger and conduct investigations;

• Providing expert testimony on behalf of the OAG;

• Advising OAG and Division leadership on case strategy and management matters;

• Advising OAG and Division leadership on the economic impact of proposed or existing legislation and policy initiatives;

• Performing econometric, statistical, and other analyses of data;

• Identifying and working with outside economic experts and consultants hired by the OAG;

• Identifying conduct that may inflict consumer or investor harm;

• Presenting relevant economic analysis; 

• Managing and providing guidance to the Division’s financial analysts; 

• Collaborating with attorneys, data scientists, and analysts across the OAG; and 

• Coordinating closely with economic staff at other state and federal agencies, including other state attorneys general, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Federal Trade Commission. 

The candidate should have:

• A Ph.D. in microeconomics with an industrial organization focus;  

• Extensive experience in applied econometrics with 2+ years of post-Ph.D. experience in economic consulting, government investigations, or other equivalent regulatory experience;

• Proficiency in using quantitative programs including Excel and STATA, SAS, Matlab, Python, or R;

• Experience with the supervision and management of large-scale research projects; 

• Ability to collaborate with peers, managers, policymakers, and academics; and

• Antitrust consulting experience. 

The salary for this position is $147,727 + $3,400 in location pay. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.