- Position Title
- Social Science Analyst
- Agency
- Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services
- Announcement Number
- HHS-ASPE-DE-24-12378840 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024 to Friday, April 26, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the Department of Health and Human Services? If yes, confirm:
• You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• Your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy AND
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center page (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ctap/).
• You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• Your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy AND
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center page (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ctap/).
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/)
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/)
4.
In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment.
Preferences
1.
Are you a federal retiree receiving an annuity?
2.
Are you an HHS employee in a Bargaining Unit (such as the National Treasury Employees Union)
Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and/or education and meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for the GS-0101 series.
2.
From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and meets the minimum qualification requirements for Social Science Analyst, GS-0101-14.
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answers to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Independently generates research ideas and develop workplans for projects that would be informative to public policymaking.
4.
Implements public policy analysis and/or research on science, public health or biomedical policy topics to improve program effectiveness.
5.
Coordinates agency programmatic and policy initiatives related to science, public health, or biomedical topics, using effective approaches gained by participation in previous coordination efforts.
6.
Reviews, analyzes and/or comments on policy, budget, programmatic, regulatory, and/or legislative proposals for policy implications and alignment with organization priorities.
7.
Keeps leadership abreast of public policy developments and research findings in assigned topical areas.
8.
Leads collaborations with other subject matter experts to conduct public policy analyses, ensuring effective framing and tone for various audiences.
9.
Presents research findings on science, public health, or biomedical policy topics to internal audiences.
10.
Leads communication of findings of public policy analysis and research to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
11.
Provides senior staff support and expert advice for working groups on public policy issues or relevant cross-cutting issues.
12.
Applies qualitative and/or quantitative methods to inform decisions about public policy development and program improvement.
13.
Collaborates on a portfolio that requires tracking and meeting multiple competing deadlines, prioritization of assignments, and responding in a flexible manner to rapidly changing priorities.
14.
Coordinates with a team of analysts to conduct policy analysis related to science, public health, or biomedical programs to inform policy, budget, program, regulatory, and/or legislative development.
15.
Utilizes a variety of qualitative and/or quantitative social science research methods such as economics, epidemiology, or sociology, especially as it relates to organization programs or policies.
16.
Drafts and reviews written comments as part of team based policy analysis assignments.
17.
Creates a range of written communication methodologies (e.g., reports, issue papers, manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, memoranda, presentations, talking points, info graphs or other materials) to effectively
convey results from policy analyses, research, or evaluation projects.
convey results from policy analyses, research, or evaluation projects.
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Uses available evidence to frame well considered, defensible, and balanced public policy and research recommendations.