The position applies social science principles and experience to workforce and organizational practices for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through data analysis, program planning, and program evaluation as a member of the Data Analytics Branch. This position is at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the Office of the Director (OD), Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), Data Analytics and Customer Outreach (DACO) Division.

Duties

As a Social Science Analyst, the incumbent has a wide variety of duties and responsibilities relating to EEO practices for diversity and inclusion. Duties are listed at the GS-13 or equivalent grade level and may include, and are not limited to, the following: - Engages in consultative analysis with stakeholders for the planning and development of analytical projects, identifying barriers impacting EEO and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts and initiatives at NIH. - Conducts qualitative and quantitative data analyses using social science principles to highlight trends, inform complex strategy, and guide data-informed decisions within the organization. - Develops comprehensive reports and presentations independently or in collaboration with other staff members. - Assists with the coordination and management of analytical projects or program activities between EDI staff and internal and external stakeholders. - Participates in the preparation and presentation of new approaches and developments in data analysis, social science, and EEO at relevant briefings, trainings, meetings, conferences, and workshops. - Assists with the development and administration of data policies and procedures, adhering to federal standards for data governance, compliance, reporting, and other legally mandated requirements. - Facilitates communication and collaborative efforts with stakeholders within NIH and other HHS agencies to foster the aims of the organization.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Position requires Education.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for all grades must meet the requirements described in paragraphs A, B or C below: A. have a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in the behavioral or social sciences, or related disciplines appropriate to this position. OR B. have a combination of education and experience that provided you with the knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR C. have four years of appropriate experience demonstrating that you have acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. In addition, in order to qualify for a Social Science Analyst, 0101 at the GS-11 level, you must have: A. completed 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or, have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field; OR B. at least 1 year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: analyzing the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of conventional problems involving program operations; reviewing the effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the management and administration of financial and budgeting operations; gathering and organizing statistical information to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations; and drafting recommendations for modifying, revising, or implementing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations. OR C. a combination of graduate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify for a Social Science Analyst, 0101 at the GS-12 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of organizational programs; performing studies and analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the management and administration of financial and budgeting operations; implementing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations; and recommending and implementing operations solutions to senior management. To qualify for a Social Science Analyst, 0101 at the GS-13 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: leading teams in developing, designing, and implementing research projects or program evaluations using social science methods (e.g., survey, interviews, focus groups, secondary data analysis, etc.); independently managing, organizing, processing, and preparing quantitative or qualitative datasets for descriptive and inferential statistical analysis; and designing, developing, executing, and managing the production of data reports, visualizations, briefings or other documents for technical and non-technical audiences. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12402154

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Daniel Schrader
• Phone: 301-480-8594
• Email: [email protected]