Senior Advisor Schedule A (r) Public Notice

Clarification from the agency

Open to All U.S Citizen including Priority Reemployment List (PRL) eligibles.

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Immediate Office of the Secretary, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia.

Serving as senior advisors to HHS leadership on product delivery, technology modernization, service improvement, organizational transformation, and strategic execution, including representing HHS in interagency and external engagements.

Fellow assignments may include responsibilities in the following areas:
Enterprise Product, Portfolio, and Delivery Leadership Leading product operating models, portfolio governance, enterprise roadmaps, prioritization, delivery planning, product lifecycle management, agile delivery, performance measurement, and
continuous improvement across major HHS initiatives.

Customer, Patient, and Public Experience
Ensuring that the perspectives of customers, patients, beneficiaries, caregivers, providers, partners, and the public are reflected in HHS decision-making through stakeholder engagement, user research, co-design, human-centered design, service design, accessibility, plain language, and continuous feedback.

Technology Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, and Innovation
Overseeing digital modernization, platform improvement, technical debt reduction, emerging technology adoption, artificial intelligence implementation and governance, innovation initiatives, and processes to assess the safety, effectiveness, accessibility, usability, and trustworthiness of digital products and services.

Organizational Operations and Strategic Execution
Managing workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, professional development, organizational effectiveness, budget execution, acquisition planning, contract oversight, vendor performance, compliance coordination, risk management, and executive decision support.

Senior Advisory and External Engagement
Serving as senior advisors to HHS leadership on product delivery, technology modernization, service improvement, organizational transformation, and strategic execution, including representing HHS in interagency and external engagements.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Registered or exempt from Selective Service (www.sss.gov)
• Suitable for federal employment
• Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. All information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
• Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
• Financial disclosure statement may be required.

Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

GS-0601-General Health Series, Individual Occupational Requirements

Education: Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

GS-0685 - Public Health Program Specialist Series, Individual Occupational Requirements:

Have specialized experience that provided:

• Knowledge of organizational, operational, and programmatic concepts and practices applied by public, private, or nonprofit agencies and organizations engaged in public health or other health-related activities.
• Knowledge of the methods, processes, and techniques used to develop and deliver public health or health-related programs in State and local settings.
• Knowledge of a specialized public health program.
• Knowledge of, and skill in, the application of administrative or analytical methods and techniques necessary for working within the framework of a public health or related organization and carrying out specific program functions.
• Skill in oral and written communications, gathering and conveying information, making oral presentations, and preparing reports, correspondence, and other written materials.

GS-2210- Information Technology Management Series, Individual Occupational Requirements
Applicants for the 2210 Information Technology Management series at the Grade 12 and Above (GS or Equivalent) grade level must have Information Technology (IT) related experience which demonstrates proficiency in the following competencies:

Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.
Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals
Technical Competency - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

For information for the 2210, please click here: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210



AND

GS-13 Minimum Qualifications: You must have one year of specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service

OR

GS-14 Minimum Qualifications: You must have one year of specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service

OR

GS-15 Minimum Qualifications: You must have one year of specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service

In accordance with Office of Personnel Management policy, federal employees are assumed to have gained experience by performing duties and responsibilities appropriate for their official series and grade level as described in their position description. Experience that would not normally be part of the employee's position is creditable, however, when documented by satisfactory evidence, such as a signed memorandum from the employee's supervisor or an SF-50 or SF-52 documenting an official detail or other official assignment. The documentation must indicate whether the duties were performed full time or, if part time, the "percentage of times" the other duties were performed. It is expected that this documentation is included in the employee's official personnel record. In order to receive credit for experience in your resume that is not within the official series and grade level of your official position, you must provide a copy of the appropriate documentation of such experience as indicated above.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to gain employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. If such experience is on a part-time basis, you must provide the average number of hours worked per week as well as the beginning and ending dates of the experience so it can be fully credited.

OPM Qualification General Policies Website

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 14, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust placed in such employees as servants of the public.

Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Eligible and qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager in unranked order by preference status: (1) Preference eligible veterans having a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more (CPS and CP); (2) Other preference eligibles (XP); (3) Applicants eligible for 5-point veteran's preference (TP); and those (4) Applicants not eligible for veteran's preference (NV). In addition, interviews may be conducted for this position.

To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13002585

5 CFR 213.3102(r) provides for excepted service time-limited appointments not to exceed four (4) years.

Initial Fellowship appointments are typically established for at least 13 months. Subsequent appointments may be longer, but no single appointment may exceed four consecutive years. Service under a Schedule A(r) appointment confers no rights to further Federal employment in either the competitive or excepted service upon expiration of the appointment. Fellows may not be noncompetitively converted to another Federal appointment upon completion of their Schedule A(r) service.

Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete online Application Package which includes:

• Your Resume. Resumes must not exceed two (2) pages in length. Application requirements are clearly stated in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Failure to submit a resume and any other required documentation identified in this announcement will result in removal from further consideration. You are encouraged to use the USAJobs online resume builder to ensure that all required information is in your resume. Your resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the application questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJobs Resource Center or view their video tutorial. For Most Effective Resumes Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Most_Effective_Resumes.
• Other Supporting Documents

Other Supporting Documents: (Only Submit if applicable to you.)

• College transcript (if qualifying all or in part based on your education)
• CTAP/ICTAP Documentation
  • A copy of your RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate, notice of disability annuity termination, or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;
  • A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action'', documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc.;
  • A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
  • Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.

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