- Position Title
- Social Science Research Analyst
- Agency
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
- Announcement Number
- CMS-RG-19-10376019-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 17, 2018 to Friday, December 21, 2018
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Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
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Pathways Recent Graduates:
Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program? NOTE: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply. For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility and qualifications, you must submit the following at the time of application: A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended attesting to your possession of the required education. Your unofficial transcripts must reflect: (1) overall grade point average (GPA); (2) Degree Type (e.g., Bachelor's, Master's, etc.) and Degree Major (e.g., Accounting, Human Resources, etc.); AND (3) the date your Degree was conferred.
NOTE: If you are a veteran, in addition to your transcripts, you must also submit at the time of application a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service), or other proof of your service which includes character of service.
Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program? NOTE: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply. For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility and qualifications, you must submit the following at the time of application: A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended attesting to your possession of the required education. Your unofficial transcripts must reflect: (1) overall grade point average (GPA); (2) Degree Type (e.g., Bachelor's, Master's, etc.) and Degree Major (e.g., Accounting, Human Resources, etc.); AND (3) the date your Degree was conferred.
NOTE: If you are a veteran, in addition to your transcripts, you must also submit at the time of application a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service), or other proof of your service which includes character of service.
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Degree Candidates Fall 2018:
Are you a degree candidate for this current semester/term, i.e. Fall 2018, scheduled to complete a qualifying Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program AND your degree/certificate has not been conferred at time of application.
To verify your eligibility and qualifications, you must submit the following at the time of application: A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended attesting to your education completed to date. Your unofficial transcripts must reflect: (1) your name; (2) overall grade point average (GPA); AND (3) Degree Type (e.g., Bachelor's, Master's, etc.) and Degree Major (e.g., Accounting, Human Resources, etc.);
NOTE: Additional proof required. You must submit an additional unofficial transcript that confirms the date your degree was conferred by 11:59pm ET on January 18, 2019 to email RecentGrads@cms.hhs.gov. Failure to submit proof of degree/certificate completion by this deadline will result in the withdrawal of your application from consideration for this position.
Are you a degree candidate for this current semester/term, i.e. Fall 2018, scheduled to complete a qualifying Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program AND your degree/certificate has not been conferred at time of application.
To verify your eligibility and qualifications, you must submit the following at the time of application: A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended attesting to your education completed to date. Your unofficial transcripts must reflect: (1) your name; (2) overall grade point average (GPA); AND (3) Degree Type (e.g., Bachelor's, Master's, etc.) and Degree Major (e.g., Accounting, Human Resources, etc.);
NOTE: Additional proof required. You must submit an additional unofficial transcript that confirms the date your degree was conferred by 11:59pm ET on January 18, 2019 to email RecentGrads@cms.hhs.gov. Failure to submit proof of degree/certificate completion by this deadline will result in the withdrawal of your application from consideration for this position.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Do you possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on an unweighted 4.0 scale? NOTE: You must provide documentation at the time of application to support your answer. Please see required documents listed in the vacancy announcement.
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying for the position of Social Science Research Analyst (Recent Graduate) position, GS-0101-07/09, with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
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The Social Science Research Analyst occupation has some specific requirements which apply to all positions. From the options listed below, select the one statement which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for a Social Science Research Analyst position.
2.
Select one statement from below that best describes your experience and/or education in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for the position of a Social Science Research Analyst at the GS-07 grade level.
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Select one statement from below that best describes your experience and/or education in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for the position of a Social Science Research Analyst at the GS-09 grade level.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
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Develop surveys, market research or statistical methodologies, to conduct studies related to a health care or human service program.
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Participate in policy analyses to understand the needs or preferences of populations that are serviced by a health or human service program.
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Assist with gathering research information on the operational aspects of a project.
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Advise stakeholders of administrative problems or further actions necessary.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships to improve internal operations.
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Communicate technical or other information to internal and external customers.
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Compose correspondence or other written documentation.
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Review regulations, policies, or procedures to assist with operational compliance efforts.
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Review and update publications or reports as needed.
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Use computer systems or applications to retrieve or manipulate data, files, or other information.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of regulations, policies, or procedures.
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Analyze forms, applications, or other information to make administrative determinations.
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Assist with conducting analytical studies, cost-benefit analyses, or other research.
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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, that my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731), or I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), I understand that any information I give may be investigated.