About this role
Job SummaryThis Program Evaluator, GS-0101-14 position is located in the Office of Award Management (OAM), Performance, Evaluation, and Systems Branch. OAM ensures accountable and efficient stewardship of NSF financial assistance across the full award lifecycle. OAM partners with programs, institutions, and stakeholders to promote the effective use of taxpayer resources and advance impactful science and engineering research.
QualificationsThis position requires applicants to meet both the basic education requirement AND specialized experience below. Basic Education Requirement: A Bachelor's degree or higher in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or Combination of education and experience provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. or Four 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. AND Specialized Experience: To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 Level in federal service designing, implementing, and advising on program evaluations and evidence-building activities, including advising senior officials and collaborating across a range of organizational units. Experience refers to paid/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/experience that translates directly to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must submit transcripts to support your basic education claims.
Major DutiesAs a Program Evaluator, GS-0101-14 NF, you will perform the following duties: Evidence Strategy. Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to collect, analyze, validate, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to inform evidence-based program and policy decisions, ensuring alignment with agency and federal priorities. Program Evaluation. Lead program evaluation studies using advanced qualitative and quantitative methods to assess initiative effectiveness, interpret data, identify trends, and measure progress toward agency goals, including those in NSF's Strategic Plan. Project Leadership. Lead multidisciplinary teams to plan, execute, and deliver complex federal programs, ensuring strategic alignment and policy compliance. Oversee project timelines, resources, and deliverables, proactively managing risks and competing priorities to achieve successful outcomes. Stakeholder Communication. Develop and execute communication strategies to engage stakeholders and foster collaboration across all government levels. Prepare and deliver technical presentations and reports, translating complex data into actionable insights for decision-makers. Capacity Building. Design and deliver training, technical assistance, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to strengthen staff and stakeholder capabilities. Assess needs and provide targeted resources to build resilience, enhance preparedness, and support long-term recovery. Other duties as assigned.RequirementsYou must be a U.S. citizen. Selectee will be required to have a background investigation prior to onboarding. Selectee may be required to serve a 2-year trial/1-year probationary period. Additional Requirements: Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade/equivalent. You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date. You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire and any external assessment that is included. All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. It is NSF policy that personnel employed at, or Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) individuals detailed to, NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for situational telework. Situational telework may be approved on an occasional basis in accordance with agency policy, supervisory approval, and operational requirements. Selected candidates interested in telework, or other workplace flexibility arrangements, should discuss available options with the selecting official. Participation in telework is voluntary and requires an approved telework agreement.