New Direction New Orleans
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Deliverable to residents: The Chief Economist provides citywide economic analysis, revenue forecasting, and fiscal outlook guidance to support strategic decision-making, long-term financial planning, and budget development. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief Economist develops economic projections and advises city leadership on market conditions, labor trends, business climate dynamics, and demographic shifts that affect New Orleans' financial stability and growth potential. The Chief Economist ensures that revenue forecasts are evidence-based, transparent, and aligned with the city's fiscal stewardship goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage multi-year revenue forecasts for general fund, enterprise funds, and special revenue sources
Conduct economic analysis of tax base trends, employment patterns, business conditions, demographic changes, and market indicators affecting city revenues
Publish quarterly and annual economic and revenue outlook reports for City leadership and the public
Support the CFO and Budget Office in preparing the annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring fiscal alignment with projected revenue streams
Advise on the economic impact of major policy proposals and other initiatives, development projects, and capital investments
Advise on other projects assigned by the CAO or Mayor
Maintain models for sales tax, property tax, hotel and tourism revenue, utility franchise fees, and other major revenue categories
Collaborate with the CIO to develop public-facing dashboards and financial transparency tools to promote accountability
Represent the City in regional and state budget forecasting working groups and economic policy discussions
Provide insights on national and regional economic trends to guide decision-making during economic downturns or emergencies
Communicate economic conditions and forecast methodology to policymakers, external partners, and residents in clear, accessible terms
Requirements
Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Finance, Applied Statistics, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred but not required)
At least 8+ years of experience in applied economic analysis, public finance, revenue forecasting, or macroeconomic modeling
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex financial and econometric models
Experience presenting technical material to non-technical audiences, including elected officials and the public
Strong analytical and written communication skills, with a commitment to transparency and rigor
Knowledge of municipal finance, tax policy, labor market analysis, and regional economic development trends preferred
Benefits Benefits information will be available in the future.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Deliverable to residents: The Chief Economist provides citywide economic analysis, revenue forecasting, and fiscal outlook guidance to support strategic decision-making, long-term financial planning, and budget development. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief Economist develops economic projections and advises city leadership on market conditions, labor trends, business climate dynamics, and demographic shifts that affect New Orleans' financial stability and growth potential. The Chief Economist ensures that revenue forecasts are evidence-based, transparent, and aligned with the city's fiscal stewardship goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage multi-year revenue forecasts for general fund, enterprise funds, and special revenue sources
Conduct economic analysis of tax base trends, employment patterns, business conditions, demographic changes, and market indicators affecting city revenues
Publish quarterly and annual economic and revenue outlook reports for City leadership and the public
Support the CFO and Budget Office in preparing the annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring fiscal alignment with projected revenue streams
Advise on the economic impact of major policy proposals and other initiatives, development projects, and capital investments
Advise on other projects assigned by the CAO or Mayor
Maintain models for sales tax, property tax, hotel and tourism revenue, utility franchise fees, and other major revenue categories
Collaborate with the CIO to develop public-facing dashboards and financial transparency tools to promote accountability
Represent the City in regional and state budget forecasting working groups and economic policy discussions
Provide insights on national and regional economic trends to guide decision-making during economic downturns or emergencies
Communicate economic conditions and forecast methodology to policymakers, external partners, and residents in clear, accessible terms
Requirements
Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Finance, Applied Statistics, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred but not required)
At least 8+ years of experience in applied economic analysis, public finance, revenue forecasting, or macroeconomic modeling
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex financial and econometric models
Experience presenting technical material to non-technical audiences, including elected officials and the public
Strong analytical and written communication skills, with a commitment to transparency and rigor
Knowledge of municipal finance, tax policy, labor market analysis, and regional economic development trends preferred
Benefits Benefits information will be available in the future.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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