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This Survey Statistician (Methodologist), GS-1530-14 DH is located in The National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES).
As a statistical agency located within the National Science Foundation, NCSES is responsible for statistical data on the following broad areas of interest:
03/24/2023 to 04/17/2023
$132,368 - $172,075 per year
GS 14
Few vacancies in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
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No
No
NCSES-23-11880715
714939400
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Any U.S. Citizen and ICTAP/CTAP eligible employee. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill position(s). The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.
As one of the 13 principal federal statistical agencies, NCSES follows guiding principles and practices that ensure it provides accurate, timely, relevant, and objective information for public and policy use.
As a Survey Methodologist, you will perform the following duties:
Basic Education Requirements
GS-1530 (Statistics):
In addition to meeting the basic education and/or experience requirements described above, you must also meet the following specialized experience.
To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in Federal service designing, executing, and overseeing the use of survey methods and methodological research to develop national surveys and to improve the validity, quality, or other aspects of evaluation projects.
Examples of specialized experience include: initiating, planning, and directing the methodological and developmental aspects of surveys conducted in response to a programs evaluation needs; developing solutions to both quantitative and qualitative aspects of the complete survey process; translating concepts and measures into questionnaire design and feasible methodological procedures (to include use of existing survey and alternative data sources).
You must meet the minimum education requirements as described in "Qualifications."
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403.
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to & including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment & referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
Experience refers to paid/unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) & other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, & skills & can provide valuable training/experience that translates directly to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least "Very Good" on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, DD-214, and the VA letter or other required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Competencies:
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice and may also submit a cover letter.
Additional Documents, if applicable, may include:
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.
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
Applicants should click 'Track this Application' in the Applicant Dashboard to receive application updates.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/714939400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.