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Position Title: Supervisory Program Analyst
Agency: Veterans Affairs, Inspector General
Announcement Number: 23-VAOIG-66 Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, January 12, 2023 to Thursday, January 26, 2023

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1. Are you a surplus or displaced Federal employee eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? Click CTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.

A. Yes

B. No

2. Are you a current VAOIG employee who is eligible for competitive consideration under any of the following categories?

Current VAOIG employee in the Competitive service on a permanent career or career-conditional appointment
Current VAOIG employee serving on a VRA appointment.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current VAOIG employee who currently holds (or have you previously held) on a permanent basis, a position in the competitive service the full performance level of the position advertised in this vacancy announcement?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Are you currently serving or have served in the last five years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?

A. Yes

B. No

2. Would you like the opportunity to be considered for similar positions that require the same knowledge, skills and abilities?

A. Yes

B. No

3. If you were born a male after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, have you registered with the Selective Service System (select "Not applicable" if this question does not apply to you)?

A. Yes

B. No

C. No, but I have an approved exemption

D. Not applicable

4. Are you a current Federal employee?

A. Yes

B. No

5. If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the pay plan and grade level or pay band of the highest graded position you have ever held.
(limit 250 characters)

6. Please choose one of the following so that we may determine your eligibility.

A. I am a current permanent VAOIG employee with competitive status.

B. I am a VAOIG employee currently serving on a Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

C. I am eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP).

D. I do not meet any of the above eligibility criteria.

1. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, you must submit a copy of your most recent completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. If you have not submitted an appraisal meeting these requirements, you must explain why you are unable to do so. If you do not provide a copy of the performance appraisal, or a statement advising why it is unavailable, you will be removed from further consideration. Type "yes" in the text box below if you are providing a performance appraisal meeting the above requirements with your application. If you are unable to provide a performance appraisal with your application, please provide a reason in the text box below. (This is required of all applicants regardless of prior federal service. "N/A" is not considered an acceptable response.)

1. You must meet the specialized experience requirements for this position, with at least one (1) full year of experience at the GS-13 level, or equivalent. This experience as provided below, should have equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the position. This specialized experience includes:

- Conduct studies or trend analysis to develop plans resolving programmatic issues; AND
- Analyze problems or complaints to offer solutions; AND
- Document findings or results in reports and provide correspondence on final dispositions of complaints; AND
- Provide technical guidance or training to junior staff.

Select the answer that best describes your experience as it directly relates to the specialized experience statement. Carefully review your application and ensure that your response is supported by your resume.

A. I have at least one year (52 weeks) of GS-13 or equivalent experience as described above.

B. I do not meet the specialized experience as described above.

2. Please provide the position title(s) and employment dates provided on your resume where you acquired the relevant specialized experience. (limit 250 characters)

3. I have completed the following tasks to foster new research avenues and methodologies:

A. Collecting information from multiple sources and evaluating the information's relevance and significance

B. Anticipating and identifying information needs

C. Comparing contrasting information from different sources to identify patterns or discrepancies

D. Using secondary or indirect sources to recognize and fill gaps in information

E. Analyzing data to predict potential future situations

F. None of the above

4. Select the type(s) of complaints you have experience resolving:

A. Complaints from government and congressional officials

B. Complaints received from the public

C. Complaints from within an agency or organization

D. None of the above

5. Indicate which of the following steps you have experience taking in dealing with complaints:

A. Intake

B. Review

C. Resolution

D. Following through

E. None of the above

6. Select the type(s) of allegations that your complaint experience is related to:

A. Fraud

B. Other criminal violations

C. Healthcare

D. Eligibility for Federal benefits

E. Federal procurement

F. Federal finance and accounting

G. Federal civilian human resources management

H. None of the above

7. To ensure you receive proper credit, please list where this experience is clearly documented in your resume. (limit 250 characters)

8. Select all of the statements that describe your experience.

A. I identify and report complaints on particular programs, facilities, or issues.

B. I conduct projects to improve organizational effectiveness.

C. I determine resource requirements.

D. I coordinate with other organizations or parts of an organization to accomplish goals.

E. I monitor progress of a project and evaluate outcomes.

F. I determine short- or long-term goals or strategies.

G. None of the above

9. To ensure you receive proper credit, please list where this experience is clearly documented in your resume. (limit 250 characters)

10. Choose the responses that describe your experience utilizing and administering electronic records.

A. I have experience training others to enter, store, and retrieve electronic information and documentation.

B. I have experience reviewing electronic information entered by others and ensuring it is accurate and complete.

C. I have experience downloading data and creating special-use reports in spreadsheet software.

D. I have experience planning, testing, and implementing new applications to support automation/integration of electronic record systems.

E. I do not have the experience performing these tasks.

11. Select all the responses that accurately describe your experience communicating orally.

A. I have briefed high-level Government officials, including Senior Executives and/or the IG on the receiving, referring, handing, and resolution of complaints.

B. I have persuaded high-level officials who are reluctant to review reports to do so.

C. I have taken calls from those who were distraught or hostile.

D. I have trained new team members or peers.

E. I have discussed material that was sensitive in nature.

F. None of the above

12. To ensure you receive proper credit, please list where this experience is clearly documented in your resume. (limit 250 characters)

13. I have prepared the following documents for situations that are sensitive and/or controversial in nature, for individuals both within and outside of an organization:

A. E-mails

B. Transmittal memos/letters

C. Reports of Investigation

D. Briefing papers

E. Policy guidance

F. Formal correspondence

G. Speeches

H. Testimony

I. Case Summaries

J. Statistical reports

K. Congressional reports

L. Reports on other initiatives

M. None of the above

14. To ensure you receive proper credit, please list where this experience is clearly documented in your resume. (limit 250 characters)

15. Indicate which response best describes your experience as leader in problem-solving, resolving operational issues, and/or bringing about organizational change.

A. I have led a cross-functional task force or work group charged with developing, recommending, or implementing changes to improve organizational or operational efficiency or effectiveness.

B. I have participated as a member of a cross-functional task force or work group charged with developing, recommending, or implementing changes to improve organizational or operational efficiency or effectiveness.

C. I have led efforts to develop or implement changes to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, or the environment within my work unit.

D. None of the above

16. Select the response(s) that describe your experience managing a work group and supervising employees.

A. I have managed work performed by subordinates or less experienced employees to ensure quality and timeliness in an environment with rapidly changing priorities.

B. I have performed supervisory duties, including workload management, technical guidance, quality assurance, performance management, training and development, and recognition.

C. I have developed employees through training and mentoring.

D. I have maintained a positive and productive work environment.

E. I have no specific experience in these activities.

17. To ensure you receive proper credit, please list where this experience is clearly documented in your resume. (limit 250 characters)

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