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This position will be filled in one of the following GAO Teams, located in Washington, DC (HQ) or a Field Office (Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA): GAO Teams and Offices
Applied Research and Methods (ARM)
Education, Workforce, and Income Security (EWIS)
11/01/2021 to 12/02/2021
$91,594 - $151,481 per year
Pay will be set consistent with the salary range for the geographical location the position is filled in.
PE 21
FEW vacancies in the following locations:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
None
No
No
ARM-22-DHA-11272503
619908400
This opportunity is open to all United States Citizens. This position is being advertised under a direct hire authority and may be filled in any of the GAO offices and locations listed.
The GAO is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a Senior Economist; responsible for providing economics research in support of GAO's engagements and performing advanced economic analyses of federal programs and policies. Specifically, the incumbent:
In addition to the education requirement, you must have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower band or level equivalent to the GS-12 in the federal service, or comparable private or public sector experience. For this position, specialized experience is defined as experience applying statistical research techniques to collect and interpret data and developing new economic models or theories under the supervision of a senior researcher, such as a faculty member or manager.
You must also meet the following Selective Placement Factor (SPF):
Experience authoring economics research papers that provide evidence of knowledge of current advanced economic theories and research techniques in applied economics. A writing sample, such as a research paper, that provides evidence of knowledge of current advanced economic theories and research techniques in applied economics must be submitted as part of your application package.
You must meet all qualifications requirements before the closing date of this announcement.
This position has a positive education requirement. YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT SHOWING THIS COURSEWORK. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF CONSIDERATION.
A. Degree in economics that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus;
OR
B. Combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
This is a bargaining unit position.
Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement.
Selectee will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Statement. (if applicable) Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO.Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System. Visit SSS.
Selectee will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. At the time of appointment, selectee will be required to update the OF-306.
Selectee will be subject to a determination of suitability for Federal employment.GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation, please email ReasonableAccommodation@gao.gov.
GAO's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
GAO is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the GAO require completion of a probationary period.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The position(s) advertised in this announcement are covered by a direct hire authority. Traditional rating and ranking of applicants, including category rating, does not apply to this vacancy. Your qualifications will be initially evaluated against the basic qualifications only. Qualified applicants will be referred for consideration in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Direct Hire guidelines. Veterans' Preference does not apply to positions covered by a direct hire authority.
Please make sure that your responses to the assessment questions are supported in your resume and follow all instructions carefully. If you provide incomplete answers, fail to provide a narrative response to any assessment question(s) that requires further explanation, or if your response to an assessment question is "see resume" or like answer, you may be determined ineligible.
All applicants will be evaluated based on their responses to the assessment questions, in conjunction with the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):
- Knowledge of advanced economics including theories and empirical techniques relevant to conducting research studies in applied economics.
- Ability to independently develop and perform analyses of complex economic issues.
- Knowledge of econometric techniques for the analysis of large data files and sensitivity analysis techniques when using econometric models.
- Ability to develop findings and author reports that adequately inform on the merits and limitations of an economic analysis.
- Skill at oral and written communications while working in a collaborative environment.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
After the closing date of this announcement, GAO's Human Capital Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications by reviewing your assessment questionnaire and resume to complete an analysis. Please be as complete and thorough as possible. If your application is rated "best-qualified," your name will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. At this point you may be contacted for an interview.
If you do not meet the key requirements, and/or basic qualifications or you fail to submit all required application materials, your application will not be considered.
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