Social Science Research Analyst

We're Looking for a skilled Social Science Research Analyst in the Office Of Justice Programs based in Washington, District of Columbia. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

Basic Entry Requirements: Degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience that provides the 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 demonstrates the acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS12 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Applying advanced social and behavioral science methods principles concepts practices standards and analytical techniques in order to perform a wide range of qualitative and quantitative tasks for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness in the major focus areas of crime prevention and youth justice. Conducting or assisting in specialized studies or evaluations of programs related to crime prevention and youth justice or other related areas of practice. Serving as an expert in one or more of the crime prevention and youth justice topic areas: child protection delinquency prevention youth justice systems or other related topic areas. Providing advice to Federal staff practitioners and researchers on the applications and legal implications of social and behavioral science to crime prevention youth justice or related areas of practice. Technical Qualifications: Applicants who meet the basic entry and minimum qualification requirements as described above will be further evaluated on the following technical qualifications: Ability to plan conduct and evaluate social or behavioral science studies Knowledge of a social or behavioral science field as applied to crime and justice issues Application of research principles methods and processes for systematic and objective inquiry Competence to analyze understand and advise others on technical and program management matters Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPMs website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/numndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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.