This job is open to
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U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S., and excepted service employees and those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). This position is also open to PHS Commissioned Corps (CC) Officers. CC Officers interested in applying for this position to serve in the SES must resign their commission, if selected. CC Officers interested in performing the duties of the position within the Commissioned Corps; can continue to serve as PHS Commissioned Corps Officer.
Duties
Serves as the Director, Office of Planning, Analysis, and Evaluation.
Your major duties and responsibilities include:
- Direct the operations of an office with approximately 34 staff, including day to day oversight of human resources, budget, performance, and other administrative functions and reporting requirements.
- Provides leadership in the formulation of HRSA policies, priorities, strategies and plans on a wide range of issues related to Presidential, Department or agency initiatives that focus on specified program management goals and objectives;
- Directs special studies and/or initiatives to assess/evaluate the performance of HRSA programs as well as the operational effectiveness of program management efforts;
- Leads efforts to provide technical assistance to Agency programs to help them respond to emerging issues affecting the health care safety net;
- Provide expert advice on HRSA research components and HRSA Administrator. Supports the Agency research and evaluation efforts relating to program policy and implementation.
- Oversees HRSA's data governance and analytics work in coordination with program offices.
- Manage and coordinates study engagements with the Government Accountability Office and the HHS Office of the Inspector General Office of Evaluation and Inspection.
- Establish organizational management policies and contribute to the Agency-wide program policy development to support public health policy goals; and
- Participates in the development, implementation and continuous evaluation of key Agency programs and HRSA's strategic plan.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Position is subject to background investigation and may be required to successfully completed a probationary period
Qualifications
The Executive Core Qualifications are required for entry to the Senior Executive Service; to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your five page resume that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualification(s), listed below.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs):
This position also requires that you possess MTQs that represent knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. The following must be evident in your resume.
- Substantial experience planning, directing, conducting, and critiquing research, policy analysis, and evaluations relating to public health programs and policies, including an understanding of both quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to provide authoritative recommendations and strategies regarding legislation, regulations, and other policy documents having significant implications for the Agency, especially as they relate to Department level initiatives.
- Demonstrated expert ability to prepare written and oral presentation materials, including materials containing and/or interpreting complex data, and those that may be considered controversial or subject to significant public scrutiny.
- Demonstrated experience analyzing and presenting complex data in support of programmatic objectives.
Your resume should emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions relating to the qualifications described above. Please ensure that your resume does not exceed 5 pages. Example: Resume with possession of the ECQs
Please DO NOT submit separate statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) as they will not be considered.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 05/22/2024
Education
This position does not have an education requirement. Please do not send transcripts.
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.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants:
- Minimum requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be found 'not qualified' if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible.
- Rating: A panel of Senior Executives will review your application and evaluate your qualification for this position based on the information in your application. Your application will be rated, based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position. Interviews will be at the discretion of the panel and/or selection official.
- Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selection official for consideration and possible interview.
Required Documents
Please submit the following documents to be considered for the position:
- Resume that contains the job announcement number, your full name, contact information, and does not exceed the five (5) page limit.
If you are current or former Federal civil service employee, you must also submit a copy of a Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50); previously, Federal employees must also submit:
- SF-50 showing your current or former civil service status; and
- If you are an SES Candidate Development Program Candidate and your ECQs have been approved by OPM, please provide Proof of OPM Qualifications Review Board certification.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, you must submit a complete application no later than 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on the closing date of the announcement 05/22/2024. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a resume (five page maximum). Separate written narratives addressing the ECQs and MTQs will not be considered.
You must complete the online assessment questions. If your resume does not support the responses in your questionnaire, you may be rated "ineligible".
Steps to submit an application:
- You must have a USAJobs account and be logged in.
- Once you are logged in and all of your application materials are ready, click the "Apply" button.
- You must respond to all application assessment questions, carefully following the instructions provided. To preview the questions, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12388250
- You will then be asked to upload your resume. Additional documentation not listed in the Required Documents will not be considered.
Should you have any questions related to this vacancy, please contact the HR Specialist listed at the end of this vacancy announcement at least 24 hours prior to vacancy close.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Next steps
You will receive an email informing you of the receipt of your application. Applicants who are determined to be highly qualified by the SES rating panel will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview, at which time you will be contacted. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications once a final selection is made.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
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