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Position Title
Health Scientist
Agency
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Announcement Number
HHS-CDC-D3-20-10689162 Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, January 31, 2020 to Friday, February 7, 2020
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
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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Preferences
1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Health 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 Health Scientist, GS-0601-15.
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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 Health Scientist, GS-0601-15.
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3. Which of the following best describes your experience fostering the spirit of customer service in your organization?
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4. Which of the following best describes your experience handling disagreements and resolving conflict?
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5. Which of the following best describes your experience fostering and initiating new ideas, methods, and solutions?
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6. Which of the following best describes your experience interpreting data analyses?
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7. For questions 6, 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)
8. Which of the following best describes your experience utilizing public health information to inform policy?
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9. For questions 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 experience designing and implementing data collection procedures?
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11. Which of the following best describes your experience managing data?
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12. For questions 10-11, 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)
13. Which of the following best describes your experience estimating and managing a budget to support mission accomplishment?
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14. Which of the following best describes your experience with responding to organizational changes?
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15. Which of the following best describes your experience with an HR staffing plan?
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16. Which of the following best describes your experience negotiating to reach consensus?
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17. Which of the following best describes your experience with developing professional relationships?
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18. Which of the following best describes your experience with collaborating to conduct needs assessments?
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19. For questions 18, 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)
20. Which of the following best describes your experience understanding and utilizing organizational dynamics and structure to achieve objectives?
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21. Which of the following best describes your experience assessing program effectiveness?
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22. For questions 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 best describes your experience managing program processes?
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24. For questions 23, 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)
25. Which of the following best describes your experience with managing projects?
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26. Which of the following best describes your experience with applying health/environmental/social knowledge to public health?
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27. For questions 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 implementing methods based on a research plan?
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29. For questions 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 best describes your experience utilizing public health information for policy or research development?
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31. For questions 30, 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)
32. Which of the following best describes your experience with acquiring technical knowledge?
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33. 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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