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4. Which of the following describes your experience utilizing statistical research techniques such as modeling, forecasting, and predictive analysis to identify trends, patterns, and relationships using operational or sample survey data?

A. I have had education or training in performing this task, but have not performed this task on the job.

B. I have not had education, training or experience performing this task.

C. I have performed this task as a regular part of the job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task on the job with close supervision from a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I have supervised performance of this task and/or I have trained others in performance and/or normally consulted as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

5. From the following list, please select the statements that best describe your experience in leveraging analytic, statistical and programming techniques to collect, analyze and interpret large or complex data sets, developing data-driven solutions with the goal of improving operational efficiency and quality using data science methods.

A. I have experience contributing to research projects pertaining to advanced scientific, statistical and predictive techniques (e.g., regression analysis, statistical analysis, modeling, mathematical programming, machine learning, computational linguistics, auto coding, and data visualization).

B. I have experience evaluating the project upon completion, analyzing the results, and reporting on whether the project met its goals and objectives.

C. I have experience in developing project plans, project scope, and complex structured tasks for a team.

D. I have experience in developing project plans, project scope, and complex structured tasks for my own work.

E. I have experience in documenting and disseminating the finding of my research to appropriate audiences.

F. I have experience initiating research projects pertaining to advanced scientific, statistical and predictive techniques (e.g., regression analysis, statistical analysis, modeling, mathematical programming, machine learning, computational linguistics, auto coding, and data visualization).

G. I have experience monitoring the progress of the project, informing project sponsors, and adjusting priorities and resources as needed.

H. None of the above.

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

6. Have you had the lead role in developing and testing new methods or models based on statistical methods involving regression, data analysis, or data mining?

A. Yes

B. No

7. Please indicate your experience with the coordination, configuration and setup of tools, and development of scripts used to extract, transform, and load data from multiple systems into a relational database for a data warehousing or management information system from the following:

A. Configured and set up tools used to extract, transform, and load data from multiple systems into a relational database for a data warehousing or management information system.

B. Coordinated the extraction, transformation, and loading of data from multiple systems into a relational database for a data warehousing or management information system.

C. Developed scripts or programs used to extract, transform, and load data from multiple systems into a relational database for a data warehousing or management information system.

D. None of the above.

8. Describe your experience reviewing and evaluating large datasets.

A. I do not have this experience.

B. I have cleaned and evaluated large data sets prior to analysis with minimal supervision.

C. I have cleaned and evaluated large data sets prior to analysis with no supervision and have reported findings to colleagues.

D. I have cleaned and evaluated large data sets prior to analysis under direct supervision.

9. Which of the following types of software packages have you used to analyze, monitor, or manage data in a professional environment?

A. Data Visualization Software (i.e., Tableau, Qlikview, etc.)

B. Database Software (i.e., Microsoft SQL server, Oracle, Sybase, etc.)

C. Financial Software Systems (i.e., Oracle EBS, Oracle Forms and Reports, SAP, Momentum, etc.)

D. General purpose programming software (i.e., C#, Python, Java, Visual Basic, etc.)

E. Geographic Information Systems Software (i.e., ArcGIS, MapInfo, etc.)

F. Mixed Systems (i.e., Sunflower, PRISM, C.Suite, E-gov Travel Service, etc.)

G. None of the above

H. Office productivity software (i.e., Excel, Access, Project, or equivalent software)

I. Statistical Software (i.e., SAS, SPSS, R, etc.)

10. What is your experience in using data visualization techniques to enhance reports and presentations?

A. I have no experience.

B. I have taken training in the use of data visualization to enhance reports and presentations.

C. I have taught others to use data visualization to enhance reports and presentations.

D. I have used data visualization techniques to enhance reports and presentations.

11. Identify the project management tasks in which you are proficient.

A. Developing project schedules and milestones

B. Developing requirements

C. Meeting objectives within schedule

D. Monitoring progress of assignments

E. None of the above

F. Reviewing requirements

G. Setting priorities

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

12. Do you have experience reviewing or analyzing data from large-scale social science or demographic surveys or administrative data sets?

A. Yes

B. No

13. Choose the one answer that best describes your experience in presenting technical information to various audiences.

A. Experience communicating with technical/non-technical staff assisting with briefings/meetings and presentations on routine or operational accounting issues.

B. Experience in making oral presentations to individuals in the immediate work area such as supervisors and peers.

C. Experience making presentations of facts and technical data to individuals at different levels within and outside the organization for the purpose of briefings in an attempt to persuade others to make decisions.

D. Experience participating in meetings to present and explain findings of financial reviews that require corrective action.

E. Experience presenting information to any audience including college classes.

F. I have not given oral presentations of technical information in a professional work environment.

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

14. Do you have experience participating in teams working on inter-organizational assignments?

A. Yes

B. No

15. Which of the following best describes your system design capability?

A. I have created a problem solving Artificial Intelligence engine / machine learning algorithms to improve a classification system and /or predictive models.

B. I have designed an application for gathering data via application protocol interfaces (APIs).

C. I have used machine learning techniques to automate coding of found data and/or survey responses.

D. None of the above.

16. I have proficiency in using the following software applications:

A. Cloud (e.g. AWS or Azure)

B. Data Visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, SAS VA, D3)

C. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

D. JavaScript

E. None of the above

F. Open Source Tools (e.g. Git)

G. Project Planning Software (e.g. MS Project, OpenProject)

H. Python

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

17. Do you have experience in establishing a workflow for metadata creation or capture?

A. Yes

B. No

18. Please select the response that best describes your experience communicating complex issues and concepts.

A. I have experience effectively communicating complex issues and concepts in order to solve problems that cross organizational units, e.g., agency-wide.

B. I have experience effectively communicating complex issues and concepts, as well as understanding and addressing such issues/concepts in order to solve problems within my organizational unit.

C. None of the above.

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