Social Science Analyst

We're Looking for a skilled Social Science Analyst in the Merit Systems Protection Board based in Washington, District of Columbia. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including timeingrade restrictions specialized experience and/or education as defined below. TIMEINGRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet timeingrade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. BASIC REQUIREMENT: In order to be considered for this announcement applicants must meet one or more of the following: a) Degree: Four full years of education above high school leading to a bachelors or higher degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position b) 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 c) 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. FOR THE GS14 LEVEL: In addition to the Basic Requirement you must meet the following specialized experience requirements. The specialized experience must be equivalent to that of at least one year at the next lower grade level (GS13) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for these positions includes documented experience: Demonstrating expert knowledge and expertise in one or more of the social sciences to include sociology anthropology political science law ethnic studies public policy psychology or other relevant fields. Using mastery knowledge of behavioral science research methods policy analysis methods and/or program evaluation methods. Using knowledge of behavioral research methodologies and survey design. Applying research experience analyzing work environments work processes and policies. Conducting program evaluations or similar analyses of HRrelated programs. Managing and analyzing large and complex databases related to employment workforce or management issues. Using knowledge of advanced statistical analyses and statistical software and/or Using knowledge of qualitative analyses and text analysis software. Explaining research results clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences via presentations and written products. Providing technical assistance to customers or stakeholders. Desirable Qualifications: Experience with Federal personnel databases (e.g. Electronic Human Resources Information data (EHRI) and/or the Civilian Personnel Data File (CPDF) and/or the Office of Personnel Managements Business Intelligence tool). Knowledge of Federal human capital policy programs and/or employment law. A degree in psychology or the social sciences would be preferred. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school college or university 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

What’s on Offer

The role offers excellent opportunities for top performers to further develop their competencies as a social worker and improving the lives of people.