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This position is located in the Office of Information Resource Management (OIRM), Division of Human Resource Management (HRM) at NSF.
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Learn more about this agency01/25/2023 to 01/30/2023
$112,015 - $145,617 per year
The salary above is based on the OPM Washington, DC area locality pay range. The salary may vary based upon the duty station of the selected person(s)
GS 13
Few vacancies in the following location:
Yes - The position is designated as Remote Eligible. The duty station will be determined based on the incumbent selected.
Not applicable, this is a remote position.
Not required
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Competitive
13
No
No
HRM-2023-0003
701840600
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Any US Citizen and ICTAP/CTAP eligibles. A Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. Rule of Three, Veterans Preference and traditional rating/tanking does not apply. This announcement will close on 01/30/23 or once 100 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
The SHCP branch is responsible for human capital program and policy development, strategic workforce planning, workforce reporting and analytics, human capital accountability, workforce surveys, and human resources information technology support for NSF.
The employee of this position serves as a survey lead, as well as oversees a variety of analytics reports and projects. Serves as a consultant and lead advisor on the collection and statistical/mathematical analysis of human capital data, with heavy emphasis on statistical data analysis. Specific Duties include:
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.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade/equivalent.
You must meet eligibility & qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire & any external assessment that is included.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
All applicants must meet at least one of the OPM basic education requirements for 1529 or 1530 positions.
Mathematical Statistics Series, 1529
or
Statistics Series, 1530
or
In addition to meeting one of the basic education requirements noted above, all applicants must possess the following specialized experience:
To qualify at the GS-13 level,you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in federal service leading human capital survey or analytical activities. Examples of experience include: analyzing broad datasets of complex qualitative, quantitative, structured, and unstructured data using a variety of techniques; leading the technical development and completion of survey projects; preparing reports, presentations, outreach materials, and briefings that include data visualization tools and technologies; and leveraging existing and recommending new technologies, systems, and tools to support human capital efforts.
You must submit proof of meeting the basic education requirement described in the QUALIFICATIONS paragraph.
Therefore, you should submit TRANSCRIPTS (unofficial copies are acceptable) and/or a DIPLOMA that verifies that the requirement is met.
This position is being filled under a Direct Hire authority. Veterans Preference does not apply.
This position has been designated as remote eligible and the selected candidate may work at an approved alternate work site location, with no requirements or expectations to report to the NSF building on a regular/recurring basis. The employee's duty station will be designated as the location where the individual regularly performs their official duties and pay will reflect that Locality Pay Area
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, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the VA letter or other required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
For additional information on the NSF eRecruit system, please visit our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This announcement will close on 01/30/23 or once 100 applications are received - whichever occurs first.
This position is being advertised under a Direct Hire Authority. The information contained in your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine the degree to which you meet the competencies required of this position. An additional Subject Matter Expert hurdle assessment may be utilized. Please ensure you answer all questions accurately. Your responses are subject to verification. In support of your responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, your resume should include verbiage that describes your experience relative to the position for which you are applying and provide examples that show the depth of knowledge, level of skill, or degree of ability you possess. If your application does not support your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire or your application is not complete, it may affect your evaluation or result in your name being removed from further consideration. Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or CTAP must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." In NSF categories, this means at least “Very Good" with a score of 90 or above.
Formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
Competencies:
All applicants should submit a resume/CV of their choice, and may also submit a cover letter.
Additional Documents, if applicable, may include:
Veteran's Preference Documentation (DD-214, VA Letter, and SF-15): If you are eligible and claiming 5-point veteran's preference, you MUST submit a copy of your "member copy 4 version" of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veteran's preference, and/or want to be considered under the Disabled Veterans non-competitive hiring authority, you MUST submit a copy of your DD-214, SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" and the VA letter or other documentation required by the SF-15. (Please note: An SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing veterans' preference will not be accepted as proof of entitlement.)
CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Performance appraisals and awards may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.
You must submit proof of meeting the basic education requirement described in the QUALIFICATIONS paragraph. Therefore, you should submit TRANSCRIPTS (unofficial copies are acceptable) and/or a DIPLOMA that verifies that the requirement is met.
All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
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.
Your application should be submitted online and must be completed and all required documents successfully uploaded before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date. Since the closing date may be driven by the number of applications received, we urge you to submit all required documents as soon as possible. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-5090 for assistance.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/701840600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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