Presentation on software engineering
Presentation on software engineering
JOB APPLICATION
POSITION INFORMATION
POSITION TITLE
Management and Program Analyst
Name
First *
Raj
Middle
Last (Family/Surname) *
Patel
Mailing Address
Use Standard State Postal Code (abbreviations). If outside the United States of America, and you
do not have a military address, print "OV" in State and fill in Country, leaving Postal Code blank.
City *
Baltimore
Country
United States
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Phone * (at least one is required) * Required
Day Evening
Mobile DSN
410-953-9623
Country of Citizenship *
United States
* Required
Eligibilities
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B. No
* Required
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select
up to 3 location(s). *
A. Washington, DC
B. Atlanta, GA
C. Chicago, IL
D. Bethesda, MD
E. Woodlawn, MD
F. Dallas, TX
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. *
A. 7
B. 9
3. If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959, have you registered with the Selective
Service System? *
A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Applicable
4. In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you served or are you currently
serving as an Executive Branch political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointee? You can find out if you have
held one of these appointment types by looking at your Standard Form (SF) 50s in your Electronic Official
Personnel Folder (eOPF), in Section 5 where the legal authorities are listed.A political appointee is an appointment
made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an assistant position to a top-
level federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)).A
Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the
Director of OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties (5 CFR 213.3301
and 5 CFR 213.3302).A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the
appointing official without time limitations (5 CFR 317 Subpart F). *
A. Yes, I have held one or more of these appointment types in the past five years.
B. No, I have not held any of these appointment types in the past five years.
C. I am unsure if I have held any of these appointment types in the past five years.
5. Select the response or responses that best describe how you heard about this position INITIALLY or the VERY
FIRST TIME YOU ENCOUNTERED CMS? This question is only designed to assist with recruitment planning efforts. *
A. LinkedIn
B. Handshake
C. Symplicity
D. Twitter
E. YouTube
F. Job Board (Indeed/Glassdoor/Monster, etc.) – Please specify the Job Board in the text box below.
G. College/University Event – Please specify the Recruitment Event in the text box below.
H. Career Fair (Specialty field, Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, etc.) – Please specify the Career Fair in the text box
below.
I. Professional Organization Job board or event – Please specify the organization in the text box below.
J. CMS Hosted Webinar – Please specify the Webinar Topic in the text box below.
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K. Friend/Family Member/CMS Employee
L. CMS Website
M. USAJOBS or USAJOBS Email Notification
6. Please provide the specifics about how you heard about this vacancy announcement. For example - where
exactly did you hear of this position; which job fair did you interact with CMS; if it was word of mouth, who did you
hear it from, etc? Enter N/A if "Not Applicable". *
From the USAgov website.
7. Please enter the type of degree(s)/certificate(s) you have received or will receive and the applicable graduation
date(s). (limit 500 characters) *
Bachelor's in Information Systems on 12/26/2022
8. This position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the duty station listed on this announcement.
This position may be eligible for telework in accordance with agency policy. This position is not 100% remote and
will not be converted to 100% remote. Do you understand this position has a reporting requirement? *
A. Yes, I understand that this position has a requirement to report to the duty station listed on the Vacancy Announcement.
B. No, I do not agree with the requirement to report to the duty station listed in the Vacancy Announcement.
* Required
Conditions of Employment
1. In accordance with Executive Order (EO) 12964 and the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Federal
Drug-Free Workplace Program governed by EO 12564, Federal employees MUST refrain from the use of ALL illegal
drugs both on and off duty. Marijuana use in any form (including medicinal), could deem a person unsuitable for
Federal employment. State laws do not supersede Federal law. Therefore, Federal employees MUST refrain from
use of ALL illegal drugs (to include marijuana) on and off duty, even when residing in a state where marijuana use
has been legalized for medicinal or recreational purposes.Do you agree to refrain from all illegal drug use (to
include but not limited to medicinal and recreational marijuana) if you are selected for Federal employment? *
A. Yes, I agree to refrain from all illegal drug use (to include but not limited to medicinal and recreational marijuana) if selected
for Federal employment.
B. No, I do not agree to refrain from all illegal drug use if selected for Federal employment.
2. Do you possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on an unweighted 4.0 scale? NOTE: You must provide
documentation at the time of application to support your answer. Please see required documents listed in the
vacancy announcement. *
A. Yes
B. No
* Required
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying for the position of Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-7/9, with the Centers of
Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment
questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are
subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. *
1. Select one statement from below that best describes your experience and/or education in order to meet the
minimum qualification requirements for the position of a Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-7. *
A. I have one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level in the Federal
Government obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1) Assisting staff members in analyzing the
effectiveness of management or administrative programs, practices, or processes; and 2) Preparing and coordinating a variety
of written products for routine policies, guidelines, procedures, or instructions.
B. I possess at least 1 full year of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's or equivalent graduate
degree in a related field of study. (NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)
C. I have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have some graduate level education, but
less than 1 year as described in B. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least
100%. [Applicants using a combination of education and experience must compute the percent of education and experience
they have completed, and together they must equal 100%. To do this, divide the number of graduate semester hours
completed by 18 and this is the percentage of education you have completed; next divide the number of months of specialized
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experience you have completed by 12, this is the percentage of experience you have completed. Add the two percentages
together they must equal 100% to qualify]. (NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)
D. I have a bachelor's degree and Superior Academic Achievement (SAA). SAA is defined as meeting one of the following: 1)
a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale as computed based on 4 years of education, or as
computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; 2) a 3.5 GPA or higher based on a 4.0 scale as
computed based on the required courses completed in a major field of study, or the required courses completed in the major
field during the final two years of curriculum; 3) class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university,
or major subdivision of the college; OR 4) membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of
College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies. (NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of
application.)
E. I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s or higher degree and I will meet one of the above requirements prior to graduation this
semester – Fall 2024. (NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)
F. I do not possess the experience described above.
2. Select one statement from below that best describes your experience and/or education in order to meet the
minimum qualification requirements for the position of a Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-9. *
A. I have one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal
Government obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1) Evaluating the effectiveness of management or
administrative programs, practices or processes; and 2) Providing recommendations for improvement of programs, practices,
or processes.
B. I have completed a master’s degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate
education leading to such a degree - Degree/coursework must be related to the position being filled. (Note: Transcripts must
be submitted at the time of application.)
C. I possess a combination of specialized experience as identified in paragraph "A" above and graduate level education
beyond the first year of progressive graduate study as identified in paragraph "B" above that together equate to 100% of the
qualification requirements for this position. (Note: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)
D. I am currently pursuing a master’s or higher degree and I will meet one of the above requirements prior to graduation this
semester – Fall 2024. (NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)
E. I do not possess the experience described above.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and
capability using the scale below.
3. Utilize qualitative or quantitative techniques to assess the effectiveness of administrative or managerial
operations for an organization. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
4. Assist with the implementation of a new automation process to improve internal operations. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
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5. Review draft policies or procedures to ensure operational compliance. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
6. Advise stakeholders of administrative problems or further actions necessary to ensure organizational goals are
met. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships to improve internal operations. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
8. Communicate technical or other information to internal or external customers. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
9. Prepare correspondence or other written work products for management review. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
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C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
10. Assist with updating standard operating procedures, regulations, or policies for review. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
11. Assist in the review of proposed, modified, or new legislation to assess the impact on a variety of programs. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
12. Use computer systems or applications to access or manipulate data, files, or other information. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
13. Assist with designing analytical studies, cost-benefit analyses, or other research to identify potential issues. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
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E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
14. Analyze forms, applications, documents, or other information to make recommendations for improvements. *
A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.
B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional
guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.
C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform
this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more
effectively.
D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this
activity independently and effectively.
E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I
am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written
recognition from others in carrying out this activity.
15. I certify that my resume includes detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized
experience for this position. I understand that evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy
announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe my experience will result in an
ineligible rating, and I will not receive further consideration. *
A. Yes, I certify that my resume includes detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for
this position, and I understand the information provided above.
B. No, I do not certify that my resume includes detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized
experience for this position.
16. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true,
correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception
or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the
examination process, that my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, I may be removed and
debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731), or I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), I understand that
any information I give may be investigated. *
A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith and I understand
the information provided above.
B. No, I do not certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith.
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DOCUMENTS * Required
Below are the supporting documents submitted with your online application. (Please note that any documents submitted via an
alternate application process are not included in this list)
undergraduate-
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transcript
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DD-214/ Statement of
Not Submitted
Service
Disability Letter
Not Submitted
(Schedule A)
Other Veteran
Not Submitted
Documents
Professional
Not Submitted
Certification
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DOCUMENTS * Required
Below are the supporting documents submitted with your online application. (Please note that any documents submitted via an
alternate application process are not included in this list)
Proof of Marriage
Not Submitted
Status
SF-50/ Notification of
Not Submitted
Personnel Action
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