ONC, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is helping to transform the nation’s healthcare system through policies, programs, and investments. Our vision is “better health enabled by data,” which means all our work helps to advance the use and sharing of electronic health information to improve healthcare outcomes.
Created by executive order in 2004, we have made big strides in improving health care through market-shifting policies and initiatives that have dramatically changed how we share and use health information.
To help make an impact on health care through technology, come work at ONC! We seek to attract and develop skilled professionals in the standards, technology, policy, and healthcare fields. As a relatively young agency, we value a flexible and high-performing culture that welcomes new ideas and perspectives. Our strength is our willingness to take on big challenges through innovation and resourcefulness.
Get to know ONC! Download the ONC careers brochure [PDF - 2.3 MB]
ASTP Career Opportunities
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
The CTO provides advice and counsel to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy as a whole and reports to Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS) for Technology Policy. The CTO is responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing HHS’ overall vision for technology-enabled innovation and transformation, including detailed strategies to drive operational and cultural change within and across HHS policies and programs. The CTO advises executive leadership across HHS on technical and policy matters relating to HHS’ technology architectures, strategy, planning, integration, and modernization with the goal of addressing gaps, redundancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities for the department. The CTO plays a critical decision-making role regarding technology infrastructure, data management and the integration of AI solutions to align with HHS goals. The CTO uses a broad appreciation for technology that supports the full range of HHS’ missions across all operating and staff divisions (OPDIVs and STAFFDIVs), including scientific research, human services management, food and drug regulation, disease control, grant management, health sector risk management, and other numerous activities of the department.
Accepting Applications: 07/26/2024 to 08/09/2024
Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)
Responsible for driving Department-wide efforts in research and development in AI vision, strategy, and execution. The CAIO serves in a senior executive position, with visibility into relevant agency operations and is positioned high enough to regularly engage with the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Data Officer (CDO), and other senior leadership. The CAIO is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic direction, supervision, and implementation of AI initiatives within the Department. The CAIO collaborates with HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs), Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs), other federal agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant parties to drive AI adoption, ensure ethical AI practices, compliance with Executive Branch policies associated with AI, and leverage AI technologies to enhance government services and operations. The CAIO requires sufficient authority and seniority to ensure the successful execution of the agency's AI management responsibilities.
Accepting Applications: 07/26/2024 to 08/09/2024
Chief Data Officer (CDO)
The CDO is responsible for ensuring that HHS maximizes the use of data, including to produce evidence for policy making, and overall improvement of operations, identifying points of contact related to open data; and engaging in the research and development of new data analytics capabilities across the enterprise and manage on-going comprehensive data analytics. The CDO provides executive HHS leadership in the development, implementation, and execution of the Departmental data strategy to leverage the power of data.
Accepting Applications: 07/26/2024 to 08/09/2024
Get to Know Us
Get a feel for our ONC staff members and the work they do in our ‘Inside ONC’ blog series. The ‘Inside ONC’ blog series introduces you to members of the ONC team with each new blog post and highlights an inclusive landscape of ONC staff members, a variety of positions, and the diverse backgrounds of those working within ONC.
How to Apply?
To view ONC’s open positions, please see USAJOBS.gov. Before you can start applying through USAJOBS, you will first need to complete the following steps:
- Create a login.gov account
- Create a USAJOBS profile
- Create or upload a resume
Once you have found a job you are interested in:
- Prepare your job application
- Submit your application
- Check your USAJOBS account for status updates
For more information about the application process, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/Get-Started/.
Hiring Resources
- Federal Pathways Program for Students and Recent Graduates
- Schedule A Hiring Authority for Individuals with Disabilities
- Hiring Authorities for Veteran Job Seekers
Pathways to Public Service
In partnership with other HHS agencies, in 2019, ONC initiated the Pathways to Public Service (PTPS) program to equip students of minority-serving institutions (MSIs) with the knowledge and skills needed to be viable candidates in their pursuit of careers in public service through internships and entry-level positions.
Through virtual fairs and professional development workshops, students are educated on the mission of HHS, the Federal Government’s Pathways Programs, and the federal hiring process.
Visit the PTPS program page for more specific opportunities and information for students of MSIs
Read about our Pathways to Public Service program [PDF - 265 KB]
Eligibility
The federal government uses a system for categorizing and defining jobs. A 'grade' refers to the General Schedule (GS) pay scale. It indicates the pay level for the job/position. If you haven't worked for the federal government yet, you may not be sure what grade you fall into. The table below will provide some guidance.
Grade
Level of Education Required
1 academic year above high school
2 academic years above high school OR an Associate's degree
4 academic years of post high school education leading to a bachelorʼs degree or equivalent degree
1 full academic year of graduate level education OR eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision of bachelorʼs degree
2 full academic years of graduate level education, OR a masterʼs degree or equivalent graduate degree
PhD or equivalent degree
For specific salaries by grade and locality, please visit OPM’s website and view their GS Pay Tables for the applicable year.
How ONC is Organized
Office of the National Coordinator
Immediate Office of the National Coordinator
Clinical Division
Evidence, Impacts, and Outcomes Division
Public Affairs and Communication Division
Office of the Chief Operating Officer
Immediate Office
Data and Reporting
Cybersecurity and Enterprise Architecture Division
Enterprise Risk Management Division
Financial and Human Capital Division
Information Systems Division
Operational Services Division
Procurement and Grants Division
Office of Policy
Immediate Office
Interoperability Division
Regulatory and Policy Affairs Division
Strategic Planning & Coordination Division
Office of Technology
Immediate Office
Certification and Testing Division
Networks and Scalability
Standards Division
Technical Strategy and Analysis Division