Closes: 01 October 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6

Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation

Position No: 60220

Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development

Advertised (Gazettal date): 17 September 2026

Contact Officer: Paul Roberts on [email protected] or (02) 6205 0660

Details: Are you passionate about data, economic forecasting and Canberra?

ACT Treasury, within the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD), has a vacancy for a Senior Econometrician / Economist in its Macroeconomics Team.

The position operates as a senior technical specialist within a small, highly‑skilled team and plays a critical role in high‑risk, high‑profile central agency processes, including the Budget, Budget Review and Pre‑Election Budget Update.

You will prepare economic indicator briefs and contribute to other products including speeches and question time briefs on economic issues, and other modelling and analysis. You will undertake econometric modelling and quantitative analysis to support forecasts of economic variables and revenue estimates that are published in the ACT Budget. As a key member of the Macroeconomics team, there will be opportunities to be involved in a range of economic analysis, forecasting and policy projects in this part of Treasury.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community.



We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in economics and/or econometrics is highly desirable.
- Studies in actuarial studies/ finance/mathematics or complementary discipline are desirable.

Note: Merit pool may be established to fill identical vacancies over the next 12 months

How to Apply: Please provide:

- A one-page pitch outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience make you an ideal candidate for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees.

Applicants should please consider the requirements listed in the Position Description when drafting your pitch.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

📌 Senior Econometrician / Senior Economist | Full-time Permanent (Canberra)
🏢 Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
📍 Canberra