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Position Title: Student Trainee (Policy Analyst)
Agency: Justice, Office of the Inspector General
Announcement Number: DE-11272285-22-CC Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, October 22, 2021 to Wednesday, October 27, 2021

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Eligibilities

1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you applying under the Pathways Internship Program
The Internship Program replaces the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) and Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP). This Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed. Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for conversion to a permanent job in the civil service. Additional information about the Internship Program can be found at USAJOBS (external link). Here are some key provisions of the Internship Program.

Eligibility
Current students in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources...

To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status.
Note: You must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.

A. Yes

B. No

Assessment 1

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. Are you CURRENTLY ENROLLED as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking student in an accredited high school, technical school, vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college, university, or graduate or professional school?

A. Yes

B. No

2. As a CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENT, do you currently hold a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 or higher?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Have you successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education; or have eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision and completion of a bachelor's degree?

A. I have one year of specialized experience related to the position equivalent to the GS-05 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as the ability to conduct research relevant to a project topic; analyze and interpret data; monitor and analyze issues and trends; identify solutions to audit findings; assist in the development of logical and well-supported findings with feasible recommendations for corrective actions to address identified problems; communicate findings and recommendations to others; and use various databases and analysis software to organize, analyze, and present information.

B. I have completed one full academic year of graduate level education.

C. I meet the eligibility requirements under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision and completed a bachelor's degree and have provided the transcripts or other needed documentation.

D. I have a combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the experience described in A and B above. For example: one-half year of graduate education and six months of specialized experience would be qualifying for this position.

E. I do not meet the requirements listed above.

4. Have you assisted in establishing criteria to measure attainment of evaluation objectives and goals? Examples include reviewing and analyzing laws or policies and producing written documents outlining key facts, conclusions, and recommendations.

A. I have only reviewed and/or compiled laws or policies, and I have done this only for one paper or project.

B. I have reviewed and analyzed laws or policies and produced written documents outlining key facts, conclusions, and/or recommendations based on my analysis. I have done this only for one paper or project.

C. I have reviewed and analyzed laws or policies and produced written documents outlining key facts, conclusions, and/or recommendations based on my analysis. I have done this for more than one paper or project.

D. I have only reviewed and/or compiled laws or policies, but I have done this for more than one paper or project.

E. I have not reviewed laws or policies for any papers or projects.

5. Have you used a variety of analytical techniques to assist in studies of management techniques, processes, and styles, and assessed matters, such as overall effectiveness and efficiency and compliance with established policies, procedures, and organizational standards? Examples include analyzing and interpreting data for a program evaluation or research project and providing written findings.

A. I have not analyzed or interpreted data for a program evaluation or research project or written the findings and/or recommendations based on the results.

B. I have analyzed data for program evaluation(s) or research project(s), but I have not interpreted the results or written findings and/or recommendations based on the results.

C. I have analyzed and interpreted data and written findings and/or recommendations based on the results of my analysis.

6. Do you possess skilled proficiency in writing, including developing written products on programmatic milestones and accomplishments?

A. As part of a team only, I have developed written products on topics related to a program evaluation or a research project (e.g., position paper, journal article, thesis, report on issues or other policy topics).

B. I have not developed written products related to a program evaluation, a research project , or other topics.

C. As part of a team only, I have developed written products only on topics not related to program evaluations (e.g., operational policies and procedures, tracking reports for management).

D. I have independently developed written products on topics related to a program evaluation or a research project (e.g., position paper, journal article, thesis, report on issues or other policy topics).

E. I have independently developed written products only on topics not related to program evaluations (e.g., operational policies and procedures, tracking reports for management).

7. Do you possess skill in research, data collection, and analyzing information from files, the internet, or general reference sources, as well as performing a variety of recordkeeping, data reporting, and information management duties?

A. With guidance from my supervisor/professor or colleagues, I have researched topics (e.g., laws, regulations, other program policies) for program evaluations and/or completed research projects.

B. I have not researched or compiled information from sources.

C. I have independently researched topics (e.g., laws, regulations, other program policies) for program evaluations or research projects.

D. I have only compiled information (e.g., conducted a literature review) for program evaluations or research projects.

E. I have independently researched topics (e.g., laws, regulations, other program policies) and compiled information for program evaluations and/or research projects, and I have identified, or assisted in identifying topics for new research studies or evaluations.

8. Do you have experience working in a team environment to assist others in conducting audits, evaluations, and/or reviews?

A. I have made major contributions (e.g., as team leader, mediator, motivator) as part of a team for more than one project.

B. I have made only minimal contributions (e.g., completing assigned tasks, participating in meetings, serving in a support role for other team members) as part of a team, but I have done this for more than one project.

C. I have not worked as a member of a team on any projects.

D. I have made major contributions (e.g., as team leader, mediator, motivator) as part of a team for only one project.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

9. Have you successfully performed work that occasionally required you to present information at briefings, meetings, and/or conferences?

A. Yes

B. No

10. Do you possess experience researching, computing, and analyzing financial data and information associated with cost-effectiveness?

A. Yes

B. No

11. If you fail to answer this question, you may be disqualified from consideration for this position. 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 canceled; 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 me not being considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

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