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Position Title
Epidemiologist
Agency
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Announcement Number
HHS-CDC-D5-18-10179909 Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, April 16, 2018 to Friday, May 4, 2018
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,

• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. Are you eligible for a Competitive Appointment?
A Competitive Appointment is Open to the Public. 
For more information, review Competitive Examination and Delegated Examining Operations Handbook.
 
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,

• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. (USAJOBS Help Center-ICTAP)

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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5. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?

If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities Resources.
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in an Epidemiologist position with the Federal government. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your education and/or experience and meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for Epidemiologist, GS-0601-14.
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2. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and meets the additional Minimum Qualification Requirements for Epidemiologist, GS-0601-14.
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3. Which of the following best describes your experience participating in maintaining community partnerships to support epidemiologic investigations?
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4. For question 3, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
5. Which of the following best describes how you have provided customer service to internal and/or external customers?
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6. For question 5, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
7. Which of the following best describes your experience in preparing for data analysis?
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8. Which of the following best describes your experience in conducting data analysis?
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9. For questions 7-8, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
10. Which of the following best describes your approach to making decisions in an organizational environment?
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11. For question 10, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
12. Which of the following best describes your experience in using epidemiological knowledge to practice?
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13. For question 12, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
14. Which of the following best describes your experience with developing professional relationships?
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15. For question 14, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
16. Which of the following best describes your experience delivering clear, effective communication in an organizational setting?
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17. From the list below, identify all of the types of events or audiences with which you have experience communicating or making oral presentations. Select all that apply.
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18. For questions 16-17, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
19. Which of the following activities related to problem solving have you performed? Select all that apply.
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20. For question 19, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
21. Which of the following best describes your experience practicing appropriate and effective communication with agency personnel, colleagues, and the public?
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22. For question 21, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
23. Which of the following describes your experience managing projects and activities to meet program goals and achieve agency objectives?
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24. Which of the following describes your experience planning projects and activities to meet program goals and achieve agency objectives?
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25. For questions 23-24, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
26. Which of the following best describes your experience researching acute and/or chronic conditions, or other adverse outcomes, in the population?
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27. For question 26, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
28. Which of the following best describes your experience applying review processes to epidemiologic investigations?
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29. For question 28, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
30. Which of the following activities related surveillance systems have you performed? Select all that apply.
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31. Which of the following functions related to surveillance systems have you performed? Select all that apply.
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32. For questions 30-31, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
33. Which of the following best describes your experience with sharing or applying technical knowledge?
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34. For question 33, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
35. Which of the following best describes your approach to delivering clear, effective written communication in an organizational setting?
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36. From the list below, identify all of the types of written products you have prepared. Select all that apply.
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37. For questions 35-36, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Minimum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
38. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding 'No' to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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