JOB SUMMARY:
What exciting careers awaits you at CDC?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the agency Americans trust with their lives. As a global leader in public health, CDC is the nation’s premier health promotion, prevention, and preparedness agency. Whether we are protecting the American people from public health threats, researching emerging diseases, or mobilizing public health programs with our domestic and international partners, we rely on our employees to make a real difference in the health and well-being of people here and around the world.
Who May Apply: Open to US citizens and applicants eligible under Schedule A authority.
This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response (OPHPR), Division of State and Local Readiness (DSLR) in Charleston, WV.
Additional selections may be made within the same geographical location.
CDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Background investigation required.
DUTIES:Back to top
The incumbent independently plans, develops, and implements public health programs in collaboration with local, state, other Federal and/or international governments and various public, non-profit, and private and health-related organizations. Works to develop public health messages with subject matter experts and develops messages into appropriate end-products for communicating public health information to target audiences. Analyzes existing or proposed systems, strategy, service, or other health-related matters. Identifies needs for improvement and the methods and resources to accomplish such improvement. Develops, implements, and monitors performance evaluation and tracking systems. Evaluates and analyze data collection and utilization methods and quality control. Provides leadership in developing and implementing program plans and data sets consistent with funding requirements and national initiatives. Leads and/or participates in operational or planning meetings, public briefings, or other formal and informal settings to publicize program and/or gain support and cooperation. Assists with developing strategies for program promotion, education, communication, and outreach. Independently, or in collaboration with others, prepare and/or assist with preparing contracts, agreements, proposals, etc. for professional, laboratory, or other services pertinent to the program, study, or project. Conducts assessment/compliance reviews and negotiate and approve corrective actions as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top
Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position.
GS-12: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level of difficulty and responsibility in the Federal service as defined in the next paragraph. Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position in providing technical advice and assistance in the implementation and evaluation of a state, local or federal public health program.
GS-13: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level of difficulty and responsibility in the Federal service as defined in the next paragraph. Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position conducting analyses related to public health program laws, regulations, policies, procedures using a wide range of evaluative and analytical methods and techniques; assisting in planning and managing a public health program.
Conditions of Employment:
1. Security and Background Requirements: If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.
2. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the 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. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.
3. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
4. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
5. Financial disclosure statement may be required.
6. One-year probationary period may be required.
7. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid: No
8. Bargaining Unit Position: No
9. Drug Screening Required: No
10. Travel required with position: Yes, 5% of the time.
11. Recruitment Bonus may be authorized: No
12. Research position: No
13. Promotion potential: No
14. Supervisory position: No
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire 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. Category rating procedures will be used to rate and rank candidates. The category assignment is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. Qualified candidates will be ranked into one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified or Qualified.
The Category Rating Process does not add veterans’ preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher). Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics). You do not have to respond to the KSAs separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSAs.
1. Knowledge of Public Health Emergency Programs
2. Knowledge of Federal Grants and Budget Management
3. Knowledge of Program Analysis and Evaluation
4. Knowledge of Emergency Management
5. Skill in Interpersonal Communication
Country: USA,
State: West Virginia,
City: Charleston,
Company: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
