Social Science Specialist

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GS-0101-12/13

some of your typical work assignments may include: Act as a key advisor and liaison between technical research teams and senior organizational leaders. Serve as an expert consultant to internal research teams, providing guidance on data visualization, science communication, and data sharing best practices. Translate complex analytical products into actionable recommendations and high-impact briefings for senior leadership and other stakeholders. Cultivate and manage relationships with stakeholders across the enterprise to understand research needs and represent the organization's analytical capabilities. Oversee the technical integrity of enterprise-wide surveys, ensuring valid and reliable measurement of psychological and social phenomena and alignment with federal statistical policies and standards. Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for disseminating research findings through symposia, conferences, and other channels. Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, developing comprehensive project plans and ensuring the timely completion of critical milestones. If selected at the GS-12, the above duties will be performed in a developmental capacity. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

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Fulltime Overtime:

Occasionally Tour of Duty:

Flexible Recruitment Incentives:

Not Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA):

Exempt Financial Disclosure:

Not Required Telework Eligibility:

This position is telework eligible Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-12 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Leading or coordinating research projects, including developing project plans, monitoring milestones, and adapting to changing requirements. Applying social science research methods and principles to analyze workforce, organizational, or policy-related issues. Translating complex scientific or technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership or diverse audiences. Providing expert consultation or technical review on research methodology, survey design, or data analysis to ensure compliance with standards. Cultivating relationships and negotiating research requirements with internal and external stakeholders. You may qualify at the GS-13 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Directing large-scale research programs or a portfolio of complex projects, which includes developing and executing research plans, allocating resources, and advising senior leadership on research priorities and implications of research findings. Applying advanced quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies to analyze and resolve novel or poorly defined workforce, organizational, or policy challenges, resulting in findings that shape strategic decisions. Translating highly complex and technical research findings into strategic, actionable recommendations to inform policy and guide decision-making for senior executive-level leaders. Providing authoritative consultation and technical oversight for major research programs, ensuring methodological rigor and compliance with federal regulations and statistical standards (e.g., Paperwork Reduction Act, OMB guidance). Developing and implementing strategies for stakeholder engagement, representing an organization's research capabilities, and negotiating with senior leaders to define and align on research requirements that significantly impact the mission objectives of stakeholders. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0101 series. Degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position OR Combination of education an experience that provided the applicant with 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 demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. •

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Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. 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. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for these grade levels.

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY?

You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION

One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Additional information

Re-employed Annuitant:

This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs ( ) : This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility.

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: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the , save the document and attach it to your application package. (RGP) : In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist ( ); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.

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