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The Housing and Demographic Analysis Division (HDAD) of the Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) anticipates hiring an economist specializing in public economics, urban and regional economics, applied microeconomics, or statistical methods. PD&R analyzes urban and housing issues, evaluates HUD programs, and conducts research on housing markets, subsidies, finance, economic development, tax policy, and regulation. HDAD economists oversee several Housing Market Surveys conducted by the Census, produce a quarterly U.S. Housing Market Conditions report, and conduct research on various topics related to housing. This responsibility includes working with major databases, analysis of economic trends and agency policy, and preparation of reports for Congress.  Applicants should have demonstrated research experience in one or more of the listed fields, as well as strong quantitative, writing, and computer skills.  HDAD is primarily interested in recent Ph.D.s, but will consider all qualified candidates. Grade and salary will be commensurate with education and experience and range between GS-11 and GS-13 ($58,206 to $107,854). U.S.citizenship is required. Send expressions of interest to Edward Szymanoski, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary for Economic Affairs, Room 8204, U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development, 451 Seventh St., SW, Washington, DC 20410 (e-mail: Edward.J.Szymanoski@hud.gov).

The vacancy announcement (H08-DE-204639-DKz) for this position has been posted on the OPM website.  All applications must be made according to the directions posted with the official vacancy announcements on the OPM web site:  http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/a9hud.asp .  To narrow your search of job announcements within the Department of Housing and Urban Development, select jobs located in “DC-Washington DC Metropolitan Area” from the Location Search dropdown menu.

 

Here are some tips for ensuring that your application makes it through the Human Resources office so the people that will make the hiring decision can review it.

 

1.      The vacancy will be “open” until the date specified in the announcement.  HUD’s Human Resources office must receive your application on or before that date to be eligible for consideration. 

2.      Meticulously follow all instructions in the vacancy announcement.  Send your application materials to the address indicated in the vacancy announcement. 

3.      While not required, we strongly recommend the use of the standard form O.F. 612 as your official application.  This form is available for download from OPM at: http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of612.pdf.

4.      If you use the O.F. 612, use an attachment to the form, if necessary, to describe your previous accomplishments, experience, and education as it relates to the position you are applying for.

5.      The vacancy announcement asks you to specifically respond to the “Selective Placement Factors/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.”  This is the most important part of your employment application (aside from your name and address).  Be very thorough in your responses.  In responding to each factor, use the precise language from the vacancy announcement.  Your responses should be much like those describing your relevant experience/education.  If a particular project (like your dissertation) demonstrates a multiplicity of knowledge and/or skills that are relevant to several factors, do not be afraid to mention that project many times. 

6.      In describing your accomplishments, experience, skills, education, and how they relate to the selective factors and quality ranking factors, remember: Brevity is no virtue; and repetition is no vice!

Dav Vandenbroucke
Senior Economist
U.S. Dept. HUD
david.a.vandenbroucke@hud.gov
202-402-5890

I disclaim any disclaimers.