Food Safety and Inspection Service

JOB APPLICATION
POSITION INFORMATION

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER OPEN PERIOD

FSIS-OPARM-20-10872452-HMS 07/30/2020 to 08/13/2020

POSITION TITLE
Interdisciplinary (Mathematical Statistician/Computer Scientist)

BIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION * Required

Name
First *
Eric

Middle
A

Last (Family/Surname) *
Crespo

Suffix (Sr, Jr, III, etc.)

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.
Street Address * (House Number, Street, Apartment, Company, Suite, Unit)
2400 Old South Drive

Apt 2107

City *
Richmond

State / Territory / Province Postal Code *

T X 77406

Country
United States

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Phone * (at least one is required) * Required
Day Evening

Mobile DSN
3463758384

Fax Email Address * (e.g., my_email@domain.com)

eric.crespo@gmail.com

Country of Citizenship *
United States

Eligibilities * Required
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? *

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no
longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;
 AND,• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,• you are applying to a
position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,• your last performance rating of record is
at least fully successful or the equivalent.For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.   *
A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:• you are located in the same
local commuting area as the vacancy;  AND,• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or
will be separated; AND,• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be
separated; AND,• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help
Center.   *
A. Yes

B. No

4. Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below: • Are you a current or former competitive service USDA
employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
 OR • Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability? *
A. Yes

B. No

Preferences * Required
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. *

A. 9

B. 11

C. 12

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2. Select all of the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series. *

A. 1529 - Mathematical Statistics

B. 1550 - Computer Science

3. I certify, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by me with my application for employment is true, complete, and made in
good faith, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees,
accomplishments, etc.). I understand that the information provided may be investigated. I understand that misrepresenting my experience or education, or
providing false or fraudulent information in or with my application may be grounds for not hiring me or for terminating me after I begin work. I also
understand that false or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001). *
A. Yes

B. No

4. DOCUMENT UPLOADS -I understand that each document uploaded must be less than 3MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG,
PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX). For more information see the "How to Apply" portion of the vacancy announcement. *
A. Yes

B. No

Assessment 1 * Required
1. From the descriptions below, please select the response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-9 grade level. *

A. I possess the required specialized experience and education requirements as outlined in the job announcement to qualify for the GS-09 grade level.

B. I do not meet the criteria described above and do not qualify for this position.

2. From the descriptions below, please select the response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-11 position. *

A. I possess the required specialized experience and education requirements as outline in the job announcement to qualify for the GS-11 grade level.

B. I do not meet the criteria described above and do not qualify for this position.

3. From the descriptions below, please select the response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-12 position. *

A. I possess the required specialized experience and education requirements as outline in the job announcement to qualify for the GS-12 grade level.

B. I do not meet the experience described above and do not qualify for this position.

4. Review, analyze, monitor, and interpret data.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

5. Verify and validate analysis results.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

6. Assist in the planning, development, research, and evaluation of a broad range of analyses utilizing data and associated policies.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

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 E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

7. Provide input on guidelines and policies to enhance predictive analysis of data.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

8. Carry out innovative approaches of statistical modelling and other methods of assessing and analyzing data.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

9. Interpret analysis results, identify early trend indicators, and assess the potential significance and consequences of identified trends.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
10. Use statistical and other standard software applications to query and analyze organizational data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations with
respect to existing policies and planned initiatives. *
A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

11. Develop specialized reports and conduct analyses of program data, such as flow charts, tables, graphs, and other visual data displays. *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
12. Prepare training materials and/or presentations to share knowledge with other analysts and promote the use of existing reporting and analysis tools
within an organization. *
A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

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13. Assess and ensure consistency of data reporting and analysis across program areas. *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

14. Identify additional data that must be collected to enhance the credibility of the analysis results. *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
15. Participate in initiatives to determine and use appropriate statistical/mathematical formulas and methods to ensure and test the validity and reliability
of study design and collected data. *
A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

16. Implement risk-based algorithms to assess data and generate appropriate risk-based guidance for policy development and end-users.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

17. Present analytical results to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management officials.<br> *

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
18. Express ideas and concepts orally and in writing, and by numeric and graphic means, to support the coordination and tracking of data analysis
activities. *
A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

19. Participate on teams and collaborate with personnel of various subject matter and technical backgrounds. *

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 A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper
procedures.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers
to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
20. I have experience with using the following programs/programming languages to conduct statistical analyses and/or generate data visualizations (mark
all that apply): *
A. SAS

B. SQL

C. R

D. JMP

E. Python

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

21. Has your work schedule been full-time, i.e., 35-40 hours per week, for every position listed on your resume or OF-612? (If no, please include the
following in your resume for all positions held: position title, employer, dates employed (MM/DD/YY) and work schedule (i.e., Full-Time (FT), Part-Time (PT),
etc., and hrs/wk). Please list in order with current/most recent position first. Failure to provide all requested information may prevent us from giving credit
for experience.) *
A. Yes

B. No

22. I understand submission of supporting documentation, e.g., transcripts, DD 214, 50B, may be required for this position, as stated in the announcement.
I also understand that my application will not be considered if the required supporting documentation is not submitted or is not submitted in accordance
with the time frames indicated in the announcement.<br> *
A. Yes

B. No

23. I certify, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by me with my application for employment is true, complete, and made
in good faith, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees,
accomplishments, etc.). I understand that the information provided may be investigated. I understand that misrepresenting my experience or education, or
providing false or fraudulent information in or with my application may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also understand
that false or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).<br> *
A. Yes

B. No

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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)

Type Name Status Date Submitted

Resume Resume 20200629 Processed 8/6/2020 6:56:18 PM

Cover Letter Not Submitted

DD-214/ Statement of
Not Submitted
Service

Disability Letter
Not Submitted
(Schedule A)

Disability Letter (VA) Not Submitted

Other Not Submitted

Performance Appraisal Not Submitted

Separation Notice (RIF) Not Submitted

SF-15 Not Submitted

SF-50/ Notification of
Not Submitted
Personnel Action

Transcripts Transcript - 20160413 Processed 8/6/2020 6:56:18 PM

Transcript Inter
Transcripts Pending Retrieval 8/6/2020 6:56:18 PM
Summer 2020

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