Field Economist
CurrentMakes arrangements preparatory to obtaining data from enterprises for which the collection of data is expected to be straight forward and uncomplicated and requires the application of conventional methods.Performs routine analysis of collected information in order to discover and rectify common discrepancies.Makes follow-up contact to respondents providing data to ensure accurate and timely survey results.Prepares end-of-survey reports which provide a synopsis of collection experiences and recommendations for survey improvement.Responds to queries from respondents for BLS information by providing them with the salient publications, assisting in interpretation where appropriate, or referring them to appropriate regional staff.