Social Science Research Analyst

Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates Opening and closing dates06/09/2021 to 06/22/2021 Service Competitive Pay scale & grade

GS 13

Salary $103,690 to $134,798 per year Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Duties SummaryThis position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicare(CM), Medicare Plan Payment Group (MPPG), Division of Payment Policy (DPP). As a Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-13, you will develop and use large sets of program data, survey, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) programsResponsibilitiesDevelop and conduct quantitative and qualitative program and policy analyses to assess the quality and performance of CMS programs.Communicate the findings of these analyses and evidence-based recommendations that flow from those findings to audiences in CMS, DHHS, the regulated industry, and other public and private sector sources.Oversee the development of clearly written and concise issue papers and talking points for senior staff when needed.Design, analyze, implement, and interpret studies regarding payment and the influence of policy and/or program changes on CMS programs particularly Medicare Part C and Part D.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel up to 5% for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 13 Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen or National to apply for this position.You will be subject to a background and suitability investigation.Time-in-Grade restrictions apply. QualificationsALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.In order to qualify for the GS-13, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: (1) Developing and utilizing research studies, surveys or statistical analysis of health care providers or plans such as Medicare and Medicaid, or related programs, using SAS or other statistical programs; (2) Interpreting or analyzing data to be included in reports, issues papers, or presentations; (3) Recommending modifications of operational policy or procedures based on data analysis; AND (4) Utilizing complex statistical techniques on large datasets to measure health plan(s) or provider(s) performance. 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: To be eligible, current or former Federal employees and current or former Federal employees applying under the VEOA eligibility who hold or have held a permanent General Schedule position in the previous year must have served at least 52 weeks (one year) at the next lower grade level from the position/grade level(s) to which they are applying. EducationEducation Requirement: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements, all candidates must have the following educational requirements: Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION).orCombination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION).orFour 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.TRANSCRIPTS are required to verify satisfactory completion of the educational requirement listed above. Please see "Required Documents" section below for what documentation is required at the time of application. Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: Additional informationBargaining Unit Position: YesTour of Duty: FlexibleRecruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure: RequiredFull-Time Telework Program for CMS Employees: CMS employees currently participating in 100% Full-Time Telework Program may be eligible to remain in the program. If an employee in this program is selected, the pay will be set in accordance with the locality pay for the applicable duty station. The listed salary range reflects the locality pay assigned to the duty location(s) listed in the vacancy announcement. For more information about pay based on locality, please visit the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Salaries & Wages Page.Additional Forms REQUIRED Prior to Appointment:Optional Form 306, Declaration of Federal Employment and the Background/Suitability Investigation - A background and suitability investigation will be required for all selectees. Appointment will be subject to the successful completion of the investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. If selected, the Optional Form 306 will be required prior to final job offer. Click here to obtain a copy of the Optional Form 306.Form I-9, Employment Verification and the Electronic Eligibility Verification Program - CMS participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. If selected, the Form I-9 will be required at the time of in-processing. Click here for more information about E-Verify and to obtain a copy of the Form I-9.Standard Form 61, Appointment Affidavits - If selected, the Standard Form 61 will be required at the time of in-processing. Click here to obtain a copy of the Standard Form 61.The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced federal employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit the required documentation and be rated well-qualified for this vacancy. Click here for a detailed description of the required supporting documents. A well-qualified applicant is one whose knowledge, skills and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements of the position. Additional information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at . If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS. Once the announcement has closed, your online application, resume, transcripts and CMS required documents will be used to determine if you meet eligibility and qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):AnalysisAttention to DetailBuilding Coalitions/CommunicationsFlexibilityIntegrity/HonestyInterpersonal SkillsLearningResearchSelf-ManagementStress ToleranceTeamworkTechnical Competence Reading Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearance Not Required Drug test required No Position sensitivity and riskModerate Risk (MR)Trust determination processCredentialing, Suitability/FitnessThis job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service Current excepted service federal employees. Individuals with disabilities Land & base management Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency. Military spouses Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations. Veterans Clarification from the agency OPM Interchange Agreement; OR Miscellaneous Authorities Not Regulated by U.S. Office of Personnel Management This job is also open in another announcement to: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) The public