Social Scientist

Job title: Social Scientist

Company: Federal government of the United States

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary Type: Y

Expected salary: $99200 – 153354 per year

Min Salary: 99200

Max Salary: 153354

Job date: Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:57:23 GMT

Date Posted: Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:57:23 GMT

Job description:
SummaryWho May Be Considered:
eligible eligible View of terms found in this announcement.OverviewOpen & closing dates09/13/2024 to 09/23/2024This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.Salary$99,200 – $153,354 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 12 – 13Location2 vacancies in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential13Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberOCFO-DE-12543487-24-QCControl number809244200This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S. Citizens and Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) / lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligiblesVideosDutiesTypical work assignments include:

• Serves as a Social Scientist responsible for developing, carrying out, and overseeing evaluation activities and analyses to further the mission of various Federal agencies.
• Serves as the Contracting Officer’s Representative and/or Project/Program Manager responsible for overseeing, directing, and managing the evaluation efforts of others, including other Federal staff and/or external, third-party contractors.
• Participates in the execution of the PA&E function, including performance management, program evaluation, and learning agenda capabilities across CISA.
• Consults and coordinates activities with subject matter experts, representatives of other Federal Government agencies, business concerns, and others.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Complete the initial online assessment and USA Hire Assessment, if required.
• Selective Service – Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service see
• All Federal employees are required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments.
• DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about

, including your rights and responsibilities. * You must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

• One-year probationary period may be required.
• This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, and acts of terrorism or lack of funding. Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations (5 U.S.C. 7501-7533 and 5 CFR Part 752, as applicable).
• This position requires a pre-employment drug test. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a drug test to screen for illicit/illegal drug use prior to receiving a final offer of employment. A final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result.

QualificationsTo be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying.Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Minimum Qualification requirements as listed below.BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
OR
Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
OR
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE, YOU MUST ALSO MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You qualify for the GS-12 grade level, if you have:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties: * Developing methodologies and techniques for data collection, analysis, and presentation; AND

• Providing technical support, technical assistance, and/or training on evaluation topics for use by internal stakeholders at an agency or organization; AND
• Designing, overseeing, implementing, and conducting evaluation and monitoring studies and projects to assess program and policy effectiveness and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs and policies; AND
• Analyzing results of programs, policies, and/or resource allocations as a result of evaluation and monitoring findings.

You qualify for the GS-13 grade level, if you have:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties: * Making decisions about adjustments to research and evaluations plans with appropriate supervisory consultation; AND

• Performing complex quantitative and qualitative analysis of programs and policies using appropriate research methodology and presents information and findings in analyses and reports; AND
• Using appropriate behavioral and social science principles and methods to perform a range of technical and substantive program evaluation activities; AND
• Participating in the creation of study data files in statistical software, data entry, and execution of relevant statistical functions, execution of statistical analyses, and interpretation and analysis of data.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.EducationFor positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for a position by substituting education or training for experience, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.Education must be from an accredited institution recognized by the 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.Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements. You must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private U.S. organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See for more information.Additional information

• Other incentives may be authorized.
• If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an

, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. * This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

• This position has been designated excluded from bargaining unit representation under the national security provision of 5 U.S.C. 7112(B)(6).
• When entering a federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualif