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Position Title: Management Analyst
Agency: Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner
Announcement Number: 23-HUD-440-P Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, January 20, 2023 to Monday, February 6, 2023

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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 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

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

A. Yes

B. No

4. Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Santa Ana, CA

B. Denver, CO

C. Washington, DC

D. Atlanta, GA

E. Oklahoma City, OK

F. Tulsa, OK

G. Philadelphia, PA

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

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)

For the GS-13 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
- Researching policy and program information (qualitative, quantitative and financial) and reaching well-reasoned decisions and/or recommendations; AND
- Writing clear, concise, complete, grammatically correct reports or responses to policy or program inquiries; AND
- Clearly and concisely presenting information, analysis and recommendations verbally to individuals and diverse groups (i.e., leading discussions, responding to questions) and working toward consensus.

1. For the GS-13 grade level, select the answer that best describes your experience.

A. I have at least 1 full year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level as described in the previous question.

B. I do not have at least 1 full year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level as described in the previous question.

2. Make sure experience is clearly documented in your resume. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure you receive proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

3. Which of the following analytical assignments have you led or performed as a primary responsibility of your position?

A. Researching and making recommendations for potential new or improved program policies, the implementation of which would be feasible for the affected industry and yet would appropriately manage and mitigate program risk.

B. Responding to transaction-specific program inquiries, the response to which requires research, interpretation, reconciliation and application of various program policies and guidance.

C. As a result of analysis or studies (including, e.g., review of audits), making recommendations corrective actions and/or improved work methods/procedures.

D. Analyzing input from internal and external sources (and through various modes) with respect to proposed policy or document changes and working to shape changes that appropriately consider and respond to the concerns or suggestions raised.

E. None of the above

4. Select the statement(s) that describes your experience managing a diverse and demanding workload, keeping a wide range of assignments moving forward on schedule.

A. I have experience successfully completing assignments under short timeframes or deadlines.

B. I have experience in planning and organizing my time to ensure that evolving priorities are addressed.

C. I have experience multitasking to work toward the completion of more than one project at a time.

D. I have experience working in an environment in which my supervisor and co-workers are not located with me.

E. None of the above.

5. Select the answer(s) that describe your experience identifying and analyzing problems, making logical decisions, and providing solutions.

A. Identified and analyzed problems, distinguished between relevant and irrelevant information to make rational decisions.

B. Used qualitative data and analytical tools in problem solving.

C. Developed policies, regulations, procedures, and plans for meeting the organizations goals and objectives.

D. Interpreted and applied statutes and regulations and other requirements to resolve problems and issues.

E. Prepared and presented analytical information to senior management officials within the organization which analyses was used to explain or justify decision, conclusions, findings, and recommendations.

F. Developed comprehensive material for reports, briefings, or meetings of senior management officials on issues.

G. None of the above.

6. Select the following statements that best describe your ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions.

A. I have identified and evaluated alternatives to decisions.

B. I have made sound and timely decisions in uncertain situations.

C. I have made decisions involving issues that impact the work and outcomes of the organization.

D. I have made decisions with little or no supervisory review.

E. I have not performed any of the above tasks.

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

7. In the course of conducting analytical studies of policies and programs, have you regularly utilized automated systems?

A. Yes

B. No

8. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

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

9. Have you developed procedures and systems for assessing the effectiveness of policies or programs?

A. Yes

B. No

10. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

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

11. Have you regularly represented your office or organization in meetings, workshops, and/or conferences?

A. Yes

B. No

12. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

13. Which of the following types of constituencies have you interacted with in response to questions?

A. Members of Legislative bodies

B. Government Agencies

C. Homeowners

D. The General Public

E. Lenders

F. None of the above

14. As part of the responsibilities of your current or past position, which of the following reasons do you regularly communicate with others within or outside of your own organization?

A. To obtain program or project-related data.

B. To gather information and alternative perspectives on policies, legislation, and research related to the organizations programs.

C. To advise or assist in the planning or coordination of projects to resolve operational problems.

D. To influence management officials to accept and implement findings and recommendations for organizational improvements or ways to improve individual programs.

E. I have not communicated with others for any of the above reasons.

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

15. Have you written reports on issues related to an organizations policies and programs?

A. Yes

B. No

16. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

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

17. Have you been responsible for preparing graphs and charts to present analytical results of evaluations and studies?

A. Yes

B. No

18. Please give the dates/resume reference when you gained this experience so it may be found to ensure proper credit. (limit 250 characters)

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