Personnel Psychologist, GS-0180-13, FPL 13 (DE)

Summary This position is located in the Department of Education, the Data Analytics & Workforce Transformation (DAWT) Division is responsible for aligning strategic human capital planning with agency mission, goals, and objectives; informing strategic HR decision making and supporting effective workforce management; administering and managing integrated HR Line of Business (HRLoB) shared service provider systems and Department HR IT systems. Learn more about this agency Duties APPLICATION LIMIT: This vacancy announcement is limited to the first 200 applications received and will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the day that we receive the 200th application, or at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date, whichever occurs first.  We encourage you to read this entire vacancy announcement prior to submitting your application. As a Personnel Psychologist, GS-0180-13, you will be responsible for: •    Determines the appropriate professional standards and methods to apply in various selection and assessment scenarios, including problem identification, data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation of results, and documentation of findings.•    Continuously collects and analyzes data improving assessment methodologies for evaluators and other stakeholders, advising on any technical problems which may exist while recommending and developing new solutions. •    Conducts competency modeling and assessments supporting and improving human capital and retention initiatives, and workforce development and engagement efforts.•    Develops policies and procedures guiding operations and supporting HCSD's specific performance and strategic goals.•    Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and initiatives through qualitative and quantitative methods and identifies trends and recommendations for improvement to key stakeholders and senior leaders. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a US Citizen Relocation will not be paid. Males 18 and over must be registered with the Selective Service. A background investigation and fingerprints will be required. You may be subject to serve a one-year probationary period. Condition of Employment: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a probationary period or trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: • your performance and conduct; • the needs and interests of the agency; • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period OR trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this vacancy announcement. 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. We will consider all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience. Qualifications Minimum Qualification RequirementsYou may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-13, if you possess the specialize experience.Specialized Experience for the GS-13One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-12 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments:1. Experience conducting competency modeling and assessments to support human capital initiatives, enhance workforce retention, or improve employee engagement efforts.2. Experience developing policies and procedures aligned with performance and strategic goals, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance.3. Experience evaluating program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative methods, identified trends, and presented actionable recommendations to senior leadership for continuous improvement.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement). 1.    Skill in identifying and articulating the agency's problems and needs relating to the substantive areas of human resources administration and management.2.    Skill planning and executing behavioral science research including instrument development, field data collection, database management, and data reduction and analysis.3.    Knowledge of psychological assessment methodology as applied to the civilian population.4.    Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently verbally and written when developing recommendations, writing, presenting written agreements and policy guidance. 5.    Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques of behavioral science research in one or more of aforementioned areas of concentration. Education This position has a basic Professional and Scientific Position requirement.  Degree: major or equivalent in psychology for all specializations except clinical psychology and counseling psychology. These two specializations have additional educational requirements, as stated below: For positions at grades GS-9 and above, satisfactory completion of 2 full academic years of graduate study directly related to professional work in counseling psychology, or satisfactory completion in an accredited educational institution of all the requirements for a master's degree directly related to counseling psychology is required. Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must submit a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.  For further information, please click Foreign Education. Additional information Veterans’ Career Counseling: If you are a veteran interested in receiving tips on preparing a Federal resume and/or how to prepare for an interview, you may email [email protected] to schedule a session with a career counselor (“Veterans Counseling Session” should be placed in the subject line of the email). Student Loan Default: If selected for this position, we will verify that you have not defaulted on any loan funded or guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Education. If you are found to be in default, we will contact you to make arrangements for repayment prior to making an official offer of employment. Suitability and Investigation: If selected for this position, you will be required to complete the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine your suitability for federal employment and successfully complete a pre-appointment investigation/background check.Non-Essential: This position is considered non-essential for purposes of reporting to work during federal government closures.Financial Disclosure: This position does not require financial disclosure.Bargaining Unit: This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Selections: Agencies have broad authority under law to hire from any appropriate source of eligibles and may fill a vacancy in the competitive service by any method authorized. We may make additional selections from this vacancy announcement within 90 days from the date the selection certificates are issued, should vacancies occur. We may also share selection certificates amongst program offices across the agency. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. As an ED employee, you will also benefit from our family-friendly work environment. As part of our commitment to maintain a work life balance, we offer excused leave for Parent/Teacher Conferences (3 hours); excused leave for annual health screenings (4 hours); and matching leave for community volunteer service. Other flexibilities that may be available to you include alternative work schedules. You may be eligible to receive a recruitment incentive for this position. To receive this incentive payment, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. You may be eligible to receive a relocation incentive for this position. To receive this incentive payment, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. You may be eligible to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program as a recruitment incentive for this position. To receive student loan repayments, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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