Job Posting Public Health Analyst GS-0685-12/13

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This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC/HIT), headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia.

Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) is at the forefront of the administration's health IT efforts and is a resource to the entire health system to support the adoption of health information technology and the promotion of nationwide, standards-based health information exchange to improve health care.

ONC is the principal federal entity charged with coordination of nationwide efforts to implement and use the most advanced health information technology and the electronic exchange of health information. The position of National Coordinator was created in 2004, through an Executive Order, and legislatively mandated in the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH Act) of 2009.

This job is open to:

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

ONC is filling various positions including mission critical positions resulting from the outbreak and spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Open and Closing Date

09/30/2022 to 12/02/2022

Pay Grade and Salary

GS-12: $68,299 – $88,792

GS-13: $81,216 – $105,579

The actual salary will be based on the geographic location of the individual(s) selected for this position.

Location

Few vacancies in the following location:

Anywhere in the U.S (remote job)

Telework eligible

Not applicable, this is a remote position

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment Type

These are Temporary Not to Exceed (NTE) one-year appointments and may be extended an additional year for a total of 24-months. Extension of temporary appointments are not a guarantee and will be handled on a case-by-case basis contingent on the need of the work in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Work Schedule

Full Time

Service

Excepted

Security Clearance

Not Required

Drug Test

Duties

Prepares directives, issuances, memoranda, policy statements, and legislative proposals to introduce new initiatives and to recommend effective operations consistent with overall program objectives.

Serves as expert analyst in developing, monitoring, implementing, and evaluating current or projected complex, interrelated public health programs involving governmental and non-governmental organizations from multiple sectors at the community, State, national and/or international levels.

Coordinates activities and negotiates agreements that have far-reaching impact.

Develops and applies new or revised program methods, organizational structures, and technologies to carry out program objectives.

Collects and compiles qualitative and quantitative information and data for use in program decisions, including related to Health IT standards.

Researches and prepares responses to ad-hoc or recurring inquiries received in writing or telephonically (e.g., Congressional briefing materials and responses.)

Serves as lead representative, project officer, or comparable position for administration of a comprehensive, multi-CIO cooperative agreement.

Provides technical advice and assistance in monitoring, managing, and evaluating cooperative agreements, grants, and/or awards.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship required
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service - http://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.
Financial disclosure statement may be required.
One-year trial period may be required.

Qualifications

For GS-12 Grade Level:
Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following:

1.) Analyzing the efficiency and effectiveness of one or more phases of programs directly related health information technology OR health information exchange;

2.) Providing input for public health policies, public health principles including surveillance, research, intervention, inquiry management, and/or program planning;

3.) Developing documentation for oral and/or written presentations.

For GS-13 Grade Level:
Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following:

1.) Developing and administering programs related to public health, health information adoption technology OR health information exchange including creating, and evaluating key public health policies, procedures, and guidelines;

2.) Developing data collection tools for evaluating content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon agency programs and resources, translating basic legislation into program goals, actions, and services;

3.) Utilizing team management techniques to plan, organize, and direct multi-disciplinary public health programs, health information technology and health information exchange;

4.) Developing documentation for oral and/or written presentations.

Documenting experience: IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

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.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

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.

Veterans' Preference - https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/

Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

Benefits

You may be eligible for the following benefits:

Federal Employees Health Benefits
Federal Long-Term Care Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. A review of the resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your response to the specialized experience to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Required Documents

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Your Resume: Your resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the 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 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 required supporting documents.

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

Veterans' Preference documentation:
- Discharged Veterans: If you are claiming 5 point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from the armed forces that supports dates of service and discharge status; if claiming 10 point preference, an application for 10-Point Veterans Preference (SF-15) and an official document dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, and/or any other associated documentation based on your preference.
- Active Duty Members: Under the VOW (Veterans Opportunity to Work) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011, if claiming 5 point preference, submit written documentation from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package.

Résumé Tips

Application Tips

You are not required to submit official documents at this time; copies are sufficient. Official documentation will be requested upon selection.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must submit all documents to ONC.HC@hhs.gov with “Public Health Analyst – COVID 19 Schedule A Position” in the subject line.

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/02/2022.

Agency Contact Information

Email:

ONC.HC@hhs.gov

Fair & Transparent

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