- Position Title
- Economist
- Agency
- Bureau of Reclamation
- Announcement Number
- BOR-CGB-22-DH-11908992-MT Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 28, 2023 to Monday, July 3, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
To claim CTAP eligibility, please confirm:
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in The Department of the Interior with CTAP eligibility?
To claim CTAP eligibility, please confirm:
- You are a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? AND
- 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.
- Your agency notice, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice; AND
- Your most recent annual performance appraisal rating of record; AND
- Your most recent SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in The Department of the Interior with CTAP eligibility?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)
To claim ICTAP eligibility, please confirm:
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than The Department of the Interior?
To claim ICTAP eligibility, please confirm:
- You are a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? AND
- 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.
- Your agency notice, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice; AND
- Your most recent annual performance appraisal rating of record; AND
- Your most recent SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than The Department of the Interior?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Certificates of Eligible Applicants for this position may be shared with other Federal agencies at their request. This may include other Offices within the Bureau of Reclamation, other Bureaus within the Department of the Interior, and/or other Federal agencies. If your information is shared with another office/bureau/agency, you will be notified. Do you authorize the sharing of your information with other Federal agencies? If you respond "No" to this question, your information will not be shared and you will not be considered for employment by the requesting agency.
Assessment 1
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
BASIC REQUIREMENT: Do you have a degree in A) Economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in Economics and 3 semester hours in Statistics, Accounting, or Calculus; OR B) A combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in Economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education?
2.
In addition to the Basic Requirements outlined under education requirements, do you have one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector? Such experience includes: applying analytical and research techniques (i.e., cost-benefit analysis, cost effectiveness analysis, risk analysis, econometrics, mathematical economics, etc.) to evaluate impact of organizational policies, programs, operations, or initiatives; and using software applications, such as Microsoft Excel,) or similar software, to conduct economic analysis; and presenting or submitting analysis or research findings in writing or orally?
3.
In addition to the Basic Requirements outlined under education requirements, do you have one year of specialized experience at GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent in the private sector? Such experience includes: applying analytical and research techniques (i.e., cost-benefit analysis, cost effectiveness analysis, risk analysis, econometrics, mathematical economics, etc.) to evaluate impact of organizational policies, programs, operations, or initiatives; and using software applications such as Microsoft Excel or similar software, to conduct economic analysis; and presenting or submitting analysis or research findings in writing or orally; and advising supervisors, high-level management, or agency officials on economic and cost-benefit analysis?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Applying analytical and research techniques (e.g. econometrics, mathematical economics, operations research, cost analysis, etc.) to collect and analyze economic data.
5.
Applying statistical methodology to solve economic problems.
6.
Preparing economic reports and briefings.
7.
Presenting information, such as economic reports, cost benefit analyses, or similar materials, to internal audiences?
8.
Providing risk management technical support during the review of economic consequences and estimates.
9.
Evaluating all available data to make decisions.
10.
Conducting analytical and research techniques (e.g. econometrics, mathematical economics, operations research, cost benefit analysis, cost analysis, etc.) to collect and analyze economic data.
11.
Conducting complex economic research of data that involves collecting, compiling, verifying, analyzing or reporting information.
12.
Evaluating the economic impact of projects.
13.
Indicate the extent of your experience in reporting to higher-level officials on program status and/or program problems requiring resolution.
14.
Using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Statistical Analysis System (SAS), R or similar software) to enter data, analyze information, and generate reports.
15.
Preparing written materials on economic issues such as correspondence, reports, briefing papers, and/or other materials to various individuals and audiences.
16.
Select the statements that describe the tasks you have performed in conducting economic research for the purpose of supporting and/or evaluating policies, problems and/or programs. (The basis for your selection below should be documented in your resume/application materials).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Drafting regulatory analysis
18.
Conducting studies to assess the economic impact that regulations have on the organization's programs/processes.
19.
Evaluating economic data (e.g. cost-benefits analysis) or other information to determine the impact of regulation changes.
20.
Reviewing economic problems and/or issues related to federal regulations.
21.
Advising policy makers and senior leadership officials on the development of economic assessments, studies, and reports.
22.
Researching and preparing cost benefit analysis.
23.
Researching and preparing cost-benefit analysis for regulatory programs.
24.
Experience with economic principles n the context of cost allocation for existing and planned projects.
25.
I have experience in researching and applying laws/regulations/policies pertaining to cost allocations.
26.
Please describe your ability to identify problems; gather, assemble, and analyze facts and data; apply innovative techniques; draw conclusions; and recommend solutions to address complex issues.
27.
What economic principles should be considered in the context of cost allocation for existing and planned projects?
28.
Please describe your experience in researching and applying laws/regulations/policies.
29.
Please describe your ability to identify problems; gather, assemble, and analyze facts and data; apply innovative techniques; draw conclusions; and recommend solutions to address complex issues.
30.
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 the application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fired 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.
Thank you for your interest in the Economist position with the Bureau of Reclamation. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this assessment questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.