Job Title:Workforce Analyst
Department:Department Of Labor
Agency:Employment and Training Administration
Job Announcement Number:DE-13-ETA-072
SALARY RANGE: | $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year |
OPEN PERIOD: | Friday, September 13, 2013 to Thursday, September 26, 2013 |
SERIES & GRADE: | GS-0140-13 |
POSITION INFORMATION: | Full Time - Permanent |
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:13 | |
DUTY LOCATIONS: | 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington DC Metro Area, DC, US |
WHO MAY APPLY: | U.S. Citizens; ICTAP and CTAP eligibles in the local commuting area. Also advertised as job announcement MS-13-ETA-076 for status applicants; to be considered for each, apply to BOTH jobs. |
JOB SUMMARY:
Opportunities are Open! Begin a challenging career with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and you will help shape the workforce of tomorrow. DOL offers rewarding opportunities to contribute to a noble mission; to serve and protect American workers, prepare them for new and better jobs, and to ensure the safety and fairness of American workplaces.
The Department of Labor values its customers. Every DOL employee is responsible for delivering good customer service through accurate, courteous, efficient and effective transactions.
The Department of Labor values its customers. Every DOL employee is responsible for delivering good customer service through accurate, courteous, efficient and effective transactions.
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Labor; Employment and Training Administration (ETA); Office of Policy Development and Research; Division of Policy, Legislation and Regulations; Policy and Legislation Team. The Division of Policy, Legislation and Regulations coordinates and develops agency-wide, cross-cutting policy and legislation, analyzes, formulates and recommends legislative proposals and initiatives under the purview of the Agency Assistant Secretary; coordinates and tracks the development of regulations; disseminates agency guidance; and markets and disseminates reports on research, evaluations and demonstrations funded by the Agency.
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
- Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
- Most recent SF-50 that indicates current grade,step,and competitive status.
- A copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal dated within 18 months.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
DUTIES:
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Incumbent leads and/or carries out analyses of policy and program issues which may include such work activities as the development or refinement of legislative proposals, policy materials such as analytical papers. Substantive work assignments include the analysis and development of policy recommendations and options designed to resolve conflicting concerns or issues. The incumbent prepares or develops replies, reports and analyses regarding policy and guidance on workforce development matters directed to the Office by the Office of the Assistant Secretary, the Department of Labor and other Federal agencies, other ETA program offices and State, local and private agencies, including national associations representative of specific workforce development interests and jurisdictions.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Applicants must have 52 weeks of professional experience which is equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-12, in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience is experience in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled, and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position such as, preparing or developing replies, reports and analyses regarding policy and guidance on workforce development matters;
Mastery of workforce policy and legislative analysis; or occupational assessment and analysis for the purpose of furthering the development and utilization of the Nation's workforce resources, and skill sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to workforce analysis. Professional mastery of concepts, principles and practices of the social sciences in implementing national programs.
Skill to conduct probing, innovative analyses involving complex variables which significantly impact the effective development, interpretation, or implementation of workforce programs development and evaluation.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's website at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp *Note: One or more additional assessment tools may be applied (e.g., a structured interview, panel review, written test, work sample etc.)
Specialized experience is experience in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled, and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position such as, preparing or developing replies, reports and analyses regarding policy and guidance on workforce development matters;
Mastery of workforce policy and legislative analysis; or occupational assessment and analysis for the purpose of furthering the development and utilization of the Nation's workforce resources, and skill sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to workforce analysis. Professional mastery of concepts, principles and practices of the social sciences in implementing national programs.
Skill to conduct probing, innovative analyses involving complex variables which significantly impact the effective development, interpretation, or implementation of workforce programs development and evaluation.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's website at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp *Note: One or more additional assessment tools may be applied (e.g., a structured interview, panel review, written test, work sample etc.)
Basic Requirement: A. Degree: that included at least 30 semester hours in one or a combination of the following: sociology, psychology, economics, political science, or allied social science subjects that are especially pertinent to knowledge and understanding of employment and training programs. OR B. Courses in an accredited college or university consisting of 30 semester hours as described in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
***Applicants must submit educational transcripts.***
***Applicants must submit educational transcripts.***
Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be evaluated against the evaluation factors below and will be placed into a category based on your vacancy question responses.
Categories
Category A - Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates complex experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a high level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Category B - Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates moderate experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a moderate level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Category C -Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates basic experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a basic level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies (click Evaluation Tools for information):
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
1. Workforce Development Knowledge/Expertise
Knowledge of workforce development and social programs, labor market related issues, and research and evaluation methods
2. Teamwork and Coordination
Ability and experience in effectively building relationships with others and working with teams to accomplish goals
3. Leadership
Ability and experience in effectively leading teams/groups to accomplish goals.
4. Policy Analysis
Experience summarizing complex arguments, positions, data or other considerations related to policy development, and presenting this information in clear and concise written form for consideration by policy makers
5. Legislative Analysis
Experience analyzing and interpreting statues, regulations, legislative histories and/or the positions of Federal and state agencies and members of Congress on draft or proposed legislation
6. Communication
Ability to write and make presentations
7. Efficiency and Productivity
Ability to handle multiple or conflicting priorities and meet deadlines.
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the vacancy questions. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. Your evaluation may also include a review by a Human Resources Specialist or panel and may include other assessments (ex. interview, panel review, written test, writing sample, etc.)
INFORMATION FOR ICTAP ELIGIBLES ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under ICTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP eligibles who are placed into Category [INSERT WELL-QUALIFIED CATEGORY] or higher will be considered "well-qualified".
Click Application of Veterans Preference for Category Rating Jobs for more information.
To preview questions please click here.
Categories
Category A - Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates complex experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a high level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Category B - Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates moderate experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a moderate level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Category C -Meets the Specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates basic experience in workforce development policy and legislation analysis and exhibits a basic level of acumen in communication and effective coordination of tasks and teams.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies (click Evaluation Tools for information):
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
1. Workforce Development Knowledge/Expertise
Knowledge of workforce development and social programs, labor market related issues, and research and evaluation methods
2. Teamwork and Coordination
Ability and experience in effectively building relationships with others and working with teams to accomplish goals
3. Leadership
Ability and experience in effectively leading teams/groups to accomplish goals.
4. Policy Analysis
Experience summarizing complex arguments, positions, data or other considerations related to policy development, and presenting this information in clear and concise written form for consideration by policy makers
5. Legislative Analysis
Experience analyzing and interpreting statues, regulations, legislative histories and/or the positions of Federal and state agencies and members of Congress on draft or proposed legislation
6. Communication
Ability to write and make presentations
7. Efficiency and Productivity
Ability to handle multiple or conflicting priorities and meet deadlines.
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the vacancy questions. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. Your evaluation may also include a review by a Human Resources Specialist or panel and may include other assessments (ex. interview, panel review, written test, writing sample, etc.)
INFORMATION FOR ICTAP ELIGIBLES ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under ICTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP eligibles who are placed into Category [INSERT WELL-QUALIFIED CATEGORY] or higher will be considered "well-qualified".
Click Application of Veterans Preference for Category Rating Jobs for more information.
To preview questions please click here.
BENEFITS:
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The Department of Labor (DOL) offers a great benefit package to eligible employees. The benefit package includes but is not limited to health benefits, supplemental dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 13 days paid sick leave per year, vacation leave and 10 paid holidays per year. We offer a variety of employee benefit options, a family-friendly work environment, a child care subsidy program, transit subsidy program, career assistance program, health services and fitness programs, access to LifeCare, a resource and referral service and more. Employees on Part-Time work schedules receive all of these benefits on a prorated basis. For a comprehensive site about all federal benefits, please refer to OPM. For specific DOL benefits information, please refer to DOL BENEFITS.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION
This is a bargaining unit position.
May require occasional travel.
This is a bargaining unit position.
May require occasional travel.
HOW TO APPLY:
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Follow the 5 steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to be considered. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered.
For more details, click How To Apply Detailed Instructions Document . For help, refer to the Vacancy Contact in the "Questions about this job" section. SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT!
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content.
STEP 2 - Answer Vacancy Questions (DOORS)
Click the Apply Online button, which is available when you search for a job on www.usajobs.gov, click on the title and proceed.
STEP 3 - Submit Supplemental Documents
Submit the required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy by the close date. For details: click How to Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - Review Application and click Finish Click here to submit an updated resume after initial application.STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date
For more details, click How To Apply Detailed Instructions Document . For help, refer to the Vacancy Contact in the "Questions about this job" section. SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT!
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content.
STEP 2 - Answer Vacancy Questions (DOORS)
Click the Apply Online button, which is available when you search for a job on www.usajobs.gov, click on the title and proceed.
STEP 3 - Submit Supplemental Documents
Submit the required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy by the close date. For details: click How to Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 - Review Application and click Finish Click here to submit an updated resume after initial application.STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
- Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty) Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
- Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - submit if using education as a basis for qualifying for this position. If so, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (ex. BA/BS, MA, JD, PHD, etc). If specific course work is required to qualify, you must supply transcripts from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit.
You may upload your transcript(s) as one document (3 MB size limit). If over 3 MB, please submit via fax feature.
OFFICIAL Transcripts MUST BE RECEIVED prior to selection and report date. Reference the "Education Section" for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
- Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty) Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
- Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - submit if using education as a basis for qualifying for this position. If so, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (ex. BA/BS, MA, JD, PHD, etc). If specific course work is required to qualify, you must supply transcripts from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit.
You may upload your transcript(s) as one document (3 MB size limit). If over 3 MB, please submit via fax feature.
OFFICIAL Transcripts MUST BE RECEIVED prior to selection and report date. Reference the "Education Section" for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Terri Copeland
Phone: 202-693-2964
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Copeland.Terri@dol.gov
Phone: 202-693-2964
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Copeland.Terri@dol.gov
Agency Information:
Labor, Employment and Training Administration
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. N4656
Washington, DC
20210
US
Fax: 000-000-0000
Labor, Employment and Training Administration
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. N4656
Washington, DC
20210
US
Fax: 000-000-0000
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.