Statistical Assistant

Summary This vacancy is for a Statistical Assistant position in the National Processing Center located at the U.S. Census Bureau National Processing Center in Jeffersonville, IN. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Statistical Assistant, GS-1531-5, FPL GS-7 positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. Learn more about this agency Duties This job opportunity is located in the Survey Processing Branch, National Processing Center (NPC), Jeffersonville, IN. This position performs clerical/technical processing of the statistical respondent data collected from the Company Organization Survey, Annual Survey of Manufactures, and the Economic Census. This position is included in the bargaining unit.The individual selected for this position will: Initiates contact with and/or responds to contact from respondents or subject-matter specialist to resolve reporting problems of varying complexity. Contacts respondents to collect data and performs analysis of statistical data in relation to previously reported data, resolving questionable data responses at the time of contact. Assists in evaluation and research programs by assembling data from various sources, making statistical calculations, and summarizing results for professional review, with responsibility for carrying out all steps required in the analysis. Conducts statistical research, problem solving, review of tabulation and analysis as to reasonableness of reported information. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Requirements Conditions of employment Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. U.S. Citizen Suitable for Federal employment. Registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov) A one-year probationary period may be required -OR- A two-year probationary period may be required. This is a BARGAINING unit position. Qualifications This vacancy is advertised under 2 different announcements. Please read the 'Who May Apply' section carefully to determine your eligibility. If you are not eligible under this announcement, please see Statistical Assistant, GS-1531-05, 26-SPB-12931545-ST-DS. To qualify for the position of Statistical Assistant, at GS-1531-5, you must meet the minimum and/or basic qualification requirements listed below. Specialized Experience: You qualify at the grade 5 level if you possess one year of specialized experience that equips you with the skills needed to perform the job duties. This specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the grade 4 level to meet the qualification requirements in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as experience demonstrating the application of knowledge of statistical clerical procedures, methods and techniques, and the ability to analyze numerical data within a variety of clerical assignments. OR Education Substitution: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college, university or business, secretarial, or technical school may be substituted for the required experience. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet qualifications. 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. After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required. You will have 48 hours from the date you submit your application to complete the assessment. Additional information Tour of Duty: Hours will range between 8:00am to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday. Alternate Work Schedule is available. Alternate Work Schedule is an 80-hour biweekly basic work requirement that is scheduled in less than 10 days; i.e., eight 9-hour days/nights, one 8-hour day/night, and one day off. Positions may include shift work (first, second, or third), evening or weekend work, hours will vary. This position may include full time and/or part time work and may require a mixed tour agreement. Applicants who apply under this Job Opportunity Announcement may opt-in (at their request) to allow the sharing of their resume, and other associated documents with other Federal Agencies who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade and pay band (or its equivalent), and full performance level in the same duty location or commuting area of the duty location listed on the Job Opportunity Announcement. Additionally, the following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment. VRA (GS-11 or below) VEOA (permanent positions) 30% or more disabled veteran Military Spouse Persons with disabilities CTAP ICTAP Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. The Department of Commerce also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339. 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. 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. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.