Duties

Summary

This HRD Program Analyst is a position that includes development of strategies and tools for data retrieval, collection, analysis, and management responsibilities for all HRD programs; and logistics management and coordination responsibilities for the EASE program. As a Data Analyst, the incumbent for this position will be expected to work with several HRD program teams to analyze and synthesize data collected using data-mining techniques, aiding the successful implementation of HRD programs.

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Responsibilities

Data Analysis, Support, and Communication (70%)

A. Serve as an analytical resource for characterizing the division portfolio and accessing critical program data and related information. Develop and maintain program databases to provide reliability and improved utility. Responsibilities will include collecting information related to scientific topics (such as the expertise of the reviewers), writing codes to facilitate data searches, and maintaining program-specific data management systems.

B. In coordination with other HRD staff, identify and collect data from external sources (such as websites, online resources, and published materials) that are relevant to the division's programmatic goals, analyze this information, and provide reports on these analyses. Conduct trend analyses using internal and external data in support of HRD goals and objectives. Maintain a repository for data sources related to the HRD portfolio.

C. Perform text analyses of HRD-supported research products and assist in summarizing findings as they relate to the division portfolio's scientific, technical, economic, or societal impacts. In collaboration with HRD's and other EHR divisions' data scientists, compile publishable information on program portfolios and outcomes that inform expert assessment of the division's investments.

D. Work with HRD colleagues in developing codes for data retrieval, data querying, and the collection of information for the use of the division.

E. In collaboration with other staff members, conduct the necessary research to develop reports, studies, and analyses in response to internal (such as EHR OAD and other NSF units) and external inquiries (such as HRD stakeholders and/or Congress). Subjects may include work directly supported in whole or in part by HRD programs or external topics relevant to the work of HRD that may advance the division's efforts.

F. For each HRD program, in collaboration with other division staff, collect and file historical budget data, merit review data, frequently requested information from stakeholders (including Congress), and other relevant information.

G. Independently maintain databases for the presidential awards programs, including applicants, nominees, recipients, and reviewers. Organize information for inclusion in materials related to notifications, recruitment, public awareness, and outreach. Develop a system to collect and store communication templates for EASE-related correspondence.

H. In collaboration with other HRD staff, collect and file data and information needed for COV reviews, and organize this information following established COV protocols.

I. Provide data and analysis in appropriate formats for presentations, speeches, and media content to be given by HRD management and program teams. Occasionally present data analyses on HRD programs in forums that may include investigator meetings, senior leadership discussions, and HRD stakeholder outreach events. Maintain sufficient understanding of HRD's work in order to identify pertinent data, judge its relevance and validity, advise on its use by the division or directorate staff, and present findings to HRD communities.

J. In consultation with HRD program officers, develop and maintain divisional outreach materials, such as paper and electronic brochures. Work with HRD and EHR communications staff to develop press releases and similar materials related to HRD programs and activities. K. Develop data visualizations on divisional investments for use by HRD staff during meetings and events within NSF and with other agencies and the non-federal sector.

Logistics Management and Coordination (30%)

A. Independently perform logistics operations that involve planning, coordinating, and evaluating logistical actions in support of the EASE program activities and events.

B. Perform life cycle cost analyses for the EASE program, to enable improved cost efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness of program activities.

C. Assist the EASE program team in its duties and responsibilities as appropriate and advise Program Officers about new technologies and tools that could enhance the implementation of program activities.

D. Identify all activities in the EASE program that will require logistical support. Develop a comprehensive logistical plan for the program that includes adjustments to schedules and alternative plans to mitigate potential impacts or delays in the implementation of these activities. Monitor progress toward meeting the logistics plan.

E. In coordination with the Lead Program Officer, provide all invited speakers and presenters with guidance on their particular roles during EASE events.

F. Work with EASE contractors as a COR when overseeing activities that require the involvement of contractors.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Data Analytics

2. Logistics

3. Project Management

4. Oral and Written Communications

Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
12

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Background investigation
• Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
• US citizenship.

It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions

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.

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.

You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.

You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire.

All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

This position is in the bargaining unit.

Qualifications

To Qualify for the GS-9 level, you must have one of the following:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include: conducting analysis of financial matters; using multiple data management systems to identify trends; and performing logistics duties for public events; and evaluating programs. OR

Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree. OR

Possess 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR

Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position.

To qualify for the GS-11 level, you must have one of the following:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level in Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include: performing life cycle cost analysis; independently maintaining a database; collecting and organizing historical budget or project output data; and understanding codes for data retrieval and data analysis. OR

Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR

Possess 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR

Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position.

Education

Education may be substituted for experience as described in "Qualifications."Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.

Additional information

Relocation Expenses will not be paid.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least "Very Good" on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.
Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources

Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation as specified on the SF-15.

NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.

For additional information on the NSF eRecruit system, please visit our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide .

This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.

The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Ratings will be assigned based on your responses to the occupational questionnaire. In some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.

Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.

Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.

In the merit promotion selection process, due weight will be given to incentive awards and performance appraisals.

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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Other

Drug test required
No

Required Documents

If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status. All applicants are required to provide a resume, in any format they choose. Cover letters are optional.

If you are not an NSF employee as described above, but you are eligible under merit promotion , under an Interchange Agreements , under a non-competitive authority , or under a similar authority , you will be required to submit supporting documentation. This will typically require the submission of one or more of the following documents:

1. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50s) or comparable federal agency forms to verify your eligibility for reinstatement and/or grade/step/salary if you are a current or former permanent federal civil service employee.
• SF-50 must indicate that appointment is/was to a competitive service position with permanent tenure or conditional tenure within the last three years; OR, to a similar position in the excepted service at an agency that has an Interchange Agreement.
• An example of a comparable agency form is a personnel action from a DOD Non-appropriated Fund organization or from the US Postal Service for a current and continuing appointment without a break in service.
• Documents that are NOT comparable and NOT acceptable substitutes for a SF-50 include a SF-52, a Performance Appraisal form, a Personnel Action Request (PAR), or a Request for Personnel Action (RPA).

2. Performance appraisals and awards. If you do not possess or are unable to submit a performance appraisal at the time of application submission, further requests will be made during the interview and selection process.

3. DD-214 (Member-4 copy); and if applicable, the Department of Veterans Affairs Notice of Compensable Disability Rating from applicants requesting consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA), Veteran Recruitment Act (VRA), or the disabled veterans appointing authority.

4. Schedule A Certification - from applicants requesting consideration under the Schedule A appointing authority for disabled applicants.

5. Other - Documentation which verifies you are eligible to be appointed to a permanent position in the federal competitive civil service.

If you are requesting consideration under a Special Hiring Authority listed below, you must submit the required documentation as outlined in the regulation or Executive Order. Please also annotate your application to reflect that you are applying under a special hiring authority. If you are requesting consideration under a Special Hiring Authority not listed below, please email eRecruit@nsf.gov or reach out to the point of contact listed on the vacancy announcement.

• Pathways Interns who have completed their educational program, and are eligible for conversion.
• Returned Peace Corp Volunteers
• Certain Military Spouses (Executive Order 13473)
• Former Overseas Employees
• Foreign Service Employees
• Career Service Employees
• Postal Rate Commission Employees
• Government Accountability Office (GAO) Employees
• Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts Employees

If you are requesting special employment consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) or
CTAP, you must submit documentation provided by your current or former employing agency verifying your eligibility for that program. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.

We also ask that you complete and submit the Applicant Survey . This will help NSF to ensure that our recruiting efforts are attracting a diverse candidate pool; it will be used for statistical purposes only.

All faxing/uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
If you are faxing your information, please use extreme care in dialing the fax number to assure we receive your information. You will receive an email confirmation of receipt of your faxed/uploaded document(s).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education 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 .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.