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Position Title: Management Analyst
Agency: Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner
Announcement Number: 23-HUD-2320-P Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 to Tuesday, July 25, 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)? ClickCTAPfor 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)? ClickICTAPfor 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. 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. 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

3. Are you a current Federal employee?

A. Yes

B. No

4. 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)

5. I am interested in having my application shared with other HUD hiring managers. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement. Please select one or more of the following HUD Program Offices that you authorize to receive your application information. If you do not wish for your application to be shared, please select "Please do not share my application information with other HUD hiring managers."

A. Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships

B. Congressional/Intergovernmental Relations

C. Ginnie Mae (GNMA)

D. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration

E. Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)

F. Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO)

G. Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)

H. Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO)

I. Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD)

J. Office of Departmental Equal Employment Opportunity (ODEEO)

K. Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO)

L. Office of Field Policy and Management (FPM)

M. Office of General Counsel (OGC)

N. Office of Housing

O. Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH)

P. Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R)

Q. Office of Public Affairs (OPA)

R. Office of the Secretary

S. Public and Indian Housing (PIH)

T. Please do not share my application information with other HUD hiring managers.

Specialized experience for the GS-13 grade level is defined as one year of experience at the GS-12 grade level, or equivalent, which is directly related to the position and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience in ALL of the following:
- Conducting studies relevant to organizational goals and objectives; AND
- Performing trend analysis, reporting findings, and written recommendations to management officials; AND
- Providing recommendations for improvements, implementation, and evaluation of program areas; AND
- Overseeing projects and providing progress reports to management or high-level officials.

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 as described in the previous question.

B. I do not have at least 1 full year of specialized experience 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. Select the Microsoft Excel feature(s) you are proficient in using to analyze, manipulate, and present financial, accounting, or budget data or information. Select all that apply.

A. Power Query

B. Pivot Tables

C. Slicers-Timelines

D. Linking with External Data Sources

E. Time Series Analysis

F. Charting

G. Dashboards

H. None of the above

4. Please choose the statement(s) that best describe(s) your experience(s) using Microsoft Office 365 SharePoint Applications (or a similar system). Select all that apply.

A. I have experience using PowerApps/Power Automate (or a similar system).

B. I have experience creating lists and libraries.

C. I have experience using Power BI.

D. I have experience designing and administering SharePoint sites.

E. I have no experience using Microsoft SharePoint (or a similar system).

5. I have planned and performed the following duties as it relates to research and analysis. Select all that apply.

A. Conducted research or studies and provided recommendations for needed revisions in applicable policies and procedures.

B. Consolidated results of analysis into an overall report for presentation to management.

C. Participated in the monitoring, tracking, and evaluation of operational workload indicators and workload systems.

D. None of the above.

6. Select all the answer(s) that describe your experience identifying and analyzing problems; making logical decisions; and providing solutions. Select all that apply.

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 organization's goals and objectives.

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

E. Prepared and presented analytical information to senior management officials within the organization. Analyses are used to explain or justify decisions, conclusions, findings, and recommendations.

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

G. None of the above.

7. Indicate your experience gathering and evaluating information and conducting trends analysis on data. Select all that apply.

A. I have applied analytical and evaluating practices, theories, methods, and techniques to provide recommendations on technical issues (e.g., contributing ideas to objectives, approach, or audit tests, based on research).

B. I have tracked and monitored completion of office assignments and prepared reports that evaluate results and document any trends.

C. I have obtained accurate and sufficient information on audit inquiries and recommended responses based on evaluation of the information.

D. I have conducted analysis, reviews, and studies of operational and administrative programs and processes in order to provide recommended solutions and improvements for efficiency.

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

8. Choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience developing and overseeing projects.

A. I have led multiple projects and studies to evaluate levels of effectiveness and efficiency of financial programs and operations related to the housing market.

B. I have led multiple projects and studies to evaluate levels of effectiveness and efficiency of financial programs and operations.

C. I have led projects or studies to evaluate levels of effectiveness of programs and operations.

D. I have had formal education on projects or studies to evaluate levels of effectiveness of programs and operations.

E. None of the above.

9. Select the response(s) that describe(s) your ability to manage multiple projects and to meet strict schedule and budget deadlines. Select all that apply.

A. I have established priorities among concurrent multiple projects, to complete the projects and deliverables on time and within budget constraints.

B. I have established and tracked timelines for multiple projects.

C. I have successfully managed concurrent multiple projects from inception to completion.

D. None of the above.

10. Select the response(s) that reflect(s) your ability to set priorities and provide advice and instructions on how to best meet customer needs. Select all that apply.

A. I have led less experienced co-workers on multiple projects in order to meet customer needs, including providing advice to co-workers on how to best meet customer needs. My experience includes planning requirements and process improvement efforts for assigned projects. I have used project management practices, tools, and techniques to manage and control multiple projects.

B. I have experience gathering, assessing, and developing user requirements to meet organizational needs.

C. I have developed and recommended innovative solutions to project management risks/problems that result in decisions affecting the outcome of projects.

D. I have experience analyzing and evaluating changes in project plans and funding along with their effect on financial and budgetary milestones in order to set priorities and meet customer needs. I also have experience recommending and implementing new or revised project plans and funding to improve practices and programs.

E. I have experience tracking schedules and monitoring project action items for multiple projects that have strict deadlines to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

F. None of the above.

11. Select those items that describe work activities you have performed that involved communicating information orally. Select all that apply.

A. Advised on the potential benefits and uses of automation to improve the efficiency of administrative support or program operations.

B. Advised on the organization, methods, and procedures for providing administrative support systems such as records, communications, directives, forms, files, and documentation.

C. Briefed audiences; recommended changes or improvements in organization, staffing, work methods, and procedures.

D. Briefed audiences on project status or changes.

E. None of the above.

12. Please choose the statement that best describes your experience communicating in writing.

A. I have developed and compiled written documents for a wide variety of audiences that required significant editing prior to distribution.

B. I have consistently generated effective, detailed, well written documents that required moderate editing prior to distribution.

C. I have independently generated effective, detailed, well written documents that required little or no editing, and are of a quality suitable for review by senior executives.

D. None of the above.

13. Select one description that best represents your highest level of experience in interacting with various groups and individuals.

A. Experience that involves working with external management officials to resolve unique issues in a way that reflects a partnership or shared problem solving, such as sharing options and initiating ongoing contacts with managers to foster strong working relationships.

B. Experience that involves routinely working with internal managers to resolve issues and problems that arise on a daily basis. This involves briefing managers on new or revised regulations and discussing policy alternatives.

C. Experience that involves routinely educating, advising, or participating in meetings with groups or individuals when contacted to address issues or problems. This includes developing rapport and establishing credibility to resolve issues that are mutually satisfactory to programs and all parties.

D. Experience that involves explaining agency policy and regulations and providing background of the rationale for such policies and using negotiating techniques to ensure full compliance.

E. None of the above.

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