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Position Title
Computer Scientist (Data Scientist)
Agency
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Announcement Number
HHS-CDC-D2-20-1051122 Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, October 15, 2019 to Wednesday, October 30, 2019
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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 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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4. 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 a Computer Scientist (Data Scientist) position with the Federal government. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your education and meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for Computer Scientist (Data Scientist), GS-1550-13. (limit characters)
2. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and meets the additional Minimum Qualification Requirements for Computer Scientist (Data Scientist), GS-1550-13
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3. Which of the following best describes your experience providing data scientist technical assistance to others? (limit characters)
4. Which of the following best describes how you have established and maintained relationships for the purpose of achieving organizational goals?
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5. Which of the following best describes your experience with managing data, including large structured and instructed datasets?
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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. Maximum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
7. Which of the following best describes your experience making decisions in an organizational environment?
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8. Which of the following best describes your experience setting and achieving challenging goals?
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9. Which of the following best describes your experience with managing change?
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10. For question 9, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Maximum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
11. Which of the following best describes your experience helping a team work toward its goals?
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12. Which of the following best describes your experience with sharing or applying data science technical knowledge?
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13. Which of the following best describes your experience with acquiring data science technical knowledge?
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14. Which of the following best describes your approach to building professional skills and competencies and improving work processes?
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15. Which of the following best describes your experience with activities related to evaluating data quality?
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16. For question 15, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume, by indicating place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties. Maximum length of 250 characters. (limit characters)
17. Which of the following best describes your experience delivering clear, effective communication in an organizational setting?
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18. Which of the following best describes your approach to assessing problems and arriving at solutions in an organizational environment?
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19. Which of the following best describes your experience with managing projects?
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20. Which of the following best describes your experience delivering clear, effective written communication in an organizational setting?
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21. 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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