This position is located in the Department of Labor (DOL), Women's Bureau (WB), Office of Policy and Programs (OPP), Quantitative Research Branch (QRB). This position serves as a statistical expert and advisor to Women's Bureau (WB) leadership on policy and program matters that foster and enhance the welfare of women job seekers and wage earners.
This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled as either an Economist or Statistician (Economics).
Summary
This position is located in the Department of Labor (DOL), Women's Bureau (WB), Office of Policy and Programs (OPP), Quantitative Research Branch (QRB). This position serves as a statistical expert and advisor to Women's Bureau (WB) leadership on policy and program matters that foster and enhance the welfare of women job seekers and wage earners.
This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled as either an Economist or Statistician (Economics).
The mission of the Women's Bureau (WB) is to promote the welfare of wage-earning women. The WB Office of Policy and Programs (OPP) upholds this mission by 1) planning and conducting statistical, economic, legislative, and policy research and analyses; 2) disseminating research and analytical findings to WB and DOL administrators, other Government agencies, the private sector, external stakeholder groups, and the public; 3) participating in the development of DOL policies and programs to improve the economic status of working women and cooperating with and advising other agencies (e.g., Federal, State, and local) to help maximize their effectiveness in this area; 4) providing a channel for access by constituent groups to the government policy-making process; 5) developing and administering programs to meet the needs of targeted groups of women; and 6) engaging in competitive grant making and carrying out a variety of education, outreach, and technical assistance activities.
As an Economist/Statistician (Economics), you will perform the following duties, which is not an all-inclusive list:
Uses large-scale national datasets to review, tabulate, and analyze employment and demographic data, statistics, and trends related to women in the workforce.
Oversees and/or conducts elements of high-priority research assignments that involve data analysis and fact-finding on a variety of priority areas that impact working women.
Provides technical support and serves in lead roles for WB data initiatives and survey data collections including the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Determines appropriate statistical databases and sources; obtains background information from primary and secondary sources; conducts data analysis; obtains and tabulates survey data; interprets statistical findings and results; develops and presents in-depth analyses.
Conducts data analysis and statistical modeling; carries out statistical validation; integrates application programming interfaces (APIs) into QBR analyses and data visualizations; interprets statistical findings and results, develops data visualizations, conducts in-depth analyses and creates detailed reports used by WB executive staff to formulate Agency policies, strategies, and legislative initiatives.
Uses statistical data research and analysis methods and techniques (e.g., descriptive statistics, regression analysis, sampling design, missing data analysis, etc.) to conduct quantitative studies and to develop technical analyses on key issues relevant to working women.
Uses statistical software and data visualization techniques, tools, and standards to develop statistical charts and graphics using Excel, Tableau, R, or other statistical software packages.
Candidate required to obtain and maintain the necessary security/background investigation level.
Requires a probationary period.
Qualifications
To qualify for Economist/Statistician (Economics), applicants must meet the basic requirements and specialized experience for the series in which you wish to be considered.
Basic Requirement for Economist, 0110 Series:
A. Bachelor's (or higher) degree in economics that includes 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus. - OR -
B. Combination of education and experience which includes courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Basic Requirement for Statistician (Economics), 1530 Series:
A. Bachelor's (or higher) degree that included 15 semester hours in statistics (or in mathematics and statistics, provided at least 6 semester hours were in statistics), and 9 additional semester hours in one or more of the following: physical or biological sciences, medicine, education, or engineering; or in the social sciences including demography, history, economics, social welfare, geography, international relations, social/cultural anthropology, health sociology, political science, public administration, psychology, etc. -OR-
B. Combination of education and experience which includes courses as above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. The experience should have included a full range of professional statistical work such as (a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error, simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and tests of significance.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for Economist/Statistician (Economics), you must also meet the following specialized experience:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level, in the Federal Service, conducting statistical research and analysis on women's employment issues which includes applying classical and modern advanced statistics, survey data collection and analysis, and sampling design to carry out major data studies; utilizing large scale national datasets and other sources of employment and demographic data and mastery of a major statistical software package(s); compiling and assembling statistical data and applying statistical techniques and analysis of data, as well as providing technical assistance on complex statistical analyses; preparing write-ups of research findings and conceptualizing, executing, and administering quantitative research and analytical studies.
Education
You must submit all applicable academic transcripts (official or unofficial) demonstrating that you meet the basic education requirements. If you do not submit sufficient academic transcripts necessary to demonstrate that you meet the basic requirements as described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete, and you will receive no further consideration for this vacancy.
Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum course work requirements for this position.
This position is inside the Local 12 bargaining unit.
Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have speech disabilities, please dial 711 to access telecommunications relay services.
As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using the vacancy announcement.
Telework eligibility is determined by management based on position duties during the recruitment process. Employee participation in telework on a routine or situational basis is determined by management primarily based on business needs. Employees participating in telework are subject to the terms and conditions of the Department of Labor's Telework Program.
Federal employees enjoy many benefits! As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits, such as:
The Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHB). This program offers health insurance for you, your spouse and your children under the age of 26. It offers many different health plan choices, so you can find a plan that works best for you and your family.
Federal Employee Dental Vision Insurance Plan (FEDVIP) for a dental plan, a vision plan, or both types of insurance; life insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
The Federal Employees Retirement System, which, after the appropriate number of years of service and at the right age, you can retire with a basic monthly annuity. This means a defined pension plan - which many private sector companies do not offer.
The Thrift Savings Plan or TSP, which is a 401K plan for Federal employees.
Earn annual and sick leave every pay period to use for vacation on sick time.
11 paid Federal holidays.
DOL also offers transit subsidy benefits, where you may be reimbursed for commuting.
Work-life balance is valued. DOL recognizes various expanded workplace flexibilities intended to support and enhance a productive workforce by providing various work schedule options that can help employees balance their responsibilities both at work and at home.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This position is being filled through a Governmentwide Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for STEM positions. Category rating, traditional rating and ranking of applications, and veteran's preference do NOT apply.
Under this authority, evaluation factors are a tool to gauge one's proficiency in relevant competencies, but will not be used to determine who will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. All candidates who have provided a complete application, and meet the basic and minimum qualification requirements will be referred for consideration.
Successful candidates will possess the following competencies:
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your paid, unpaid, volunteer, and other lived experience, as it demonstrates the competencies or skills required for the position to be filled. Your evaluation may include an interview, reference checks, or other assessment conducted by HR specialists, subject matter experts, or panel members and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc.). The examining Office of Human Resources (OHR) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. WARNING: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. You may either combine same document types as one file or select a different document title. DO NOT upload password-protected documents.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - not submitting the required documentation, may disqualify you from consideration.
Resumes are required for all applicants - provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your computer and USAJOBS profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - You must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements as stated in the vacancy announcement. NOTE: The OFFICIAL transcript(s) must be received, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date. Reference the "Education Section" for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience but may be submitted.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 initial online application, including submission of the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration.
Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to USAJOBS Help Center.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including your Resume and Saved Documents. Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS). Once you have identified a job on USAJOBS that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the "Apply" button. For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact at the bottom of the announcement. Click "Start Application" and proceed through the 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. In Step 5, click "Continue to Agency Site".
STEP 3 - Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL). On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click "APPLY TO THIS VACANCY". Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy-specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit the required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - On the "Review and Submit" step, click "Submit Application." The last "Confirmation" step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then "Update Application".
Womens Bureau
200 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to USAJOBS Help Guide.
USAJOBS will no longer send status alert email notifications. You can check your application status in the TAS by logging into USAJOBS and in the Applicant Dashboard, click the hiring agency Talent Acquisition System (TAS). If the TAS does not provide application tracking information, contact the agency's point of contact on the job announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. WARNING: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. You may either combine same document types as one file or select a different document title. DO NOT upload password-protected documents.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - not submitting the required documentation, may disqualify you from consideration.
Resumes are required for all applicants - provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your computer and USAJOBS profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - You must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements as stated in the vacancy announcement. NOTE: The OFFICIAL transcript(s) must be received, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date. Reference the "Education Section" for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience but may be submitted.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 initial online application, including submission of the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration.
Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to USAJOBS Help Center.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including your Resume and Saved Documents. Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS). Once you have identified a job on USAJOBS that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the "Apply" button. For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact at the bottom of the announcement. Click "Start Application" and proceed through the 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. In Step 5, click "Continue to Agency Site".
STEP 3 - Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL). On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click "APPLY TO THIS VACANCY". Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy-specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit the required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - On the "Review and Submit" step, click "Submit Application." The last "Confirmation" step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then "Update Application".
Womens Bureau
200 Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to USAJOBS Help Guide.
USAJOBS will no longer send status alert email notifications. You can check your application status in the TAS by logging into USAJOBS and in the Applicant Dashboard, click the hiring agency Talent Acquisition System (TAS). If the TAS does not provide application tracking information, contact the agency's point of contact on the job announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
