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STUDENT TRAINEE

Executive Office of the President
Office of Management and Budget
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Summary

The Health Division (HD) of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeks applicants qualified to perform as student health budget specialists, in support of the President, the Director of OMB, and other OMB officials.

As one of five centers of subject-matter expertise within OMB, the Health Division is responsible for Medicare, Medicaid, private health market reforms, and a wide variety of public health and health research programs that are mainly operated under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Health Division currently manages more than one-fourth of the Federal budget. The Health Division engages in analysis, planning, and policy formulation to improve programmatic quality, efficiency, and financial management, with responsibilities divided among five branches.

The OMB Health Division is committed to creating a multicultural and supportive work environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the division.

The Pathways Internship Program targets students accepted for enrollment or currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program (diploma, certificate, etc.) in an accredited/qualifying educational institution, on a full or half-time basis. Applicants who do not meet the definition of "student," will not be considered. This is a year-round internship with the intent that the student will work at least 640 hours while still in school in order to be eligible for non-competitive conversion. At the successful conclusion of this program, you may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a Federal career or career-conditional position. Conversion is not guaranteed.

The ideal candidate would be someone with a background or an interest in public policy or health care. Students studying public administration, public policy, and/or public health are particularly encouraged to apply. Strong organizational skills, communication (oral and written) skills, analytical ability, and dependability are a must.

ATTENTION: Due to the large number of qualified applicants for positions of this type, this job announcement will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time on either: (A) The closing date listed above or (B) The date that 50 applications are received; whichever occurs first. If the announcement closes on the date that 50 applications are received, all applications submitted by 11:59pm that day will be given consideration, including those in excess of 50.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
08/25/2017 to 08/29/2017
Salary
$32,428 to - $58,428 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 4 - 7
Location
Washington DC, DC
Few vacancies
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Promotion potential
7
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Announcement number
OMB-17-58-MC-IP
Control number
477910800

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Duties

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The student will be assigned to OMB's Health Division and will be responsible for a combination of professional, analytic, and administrative work. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Manage data requests to HHS and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on various budget, policy, and management topics. This includes understanding the details of these data requests; clearly explaining the request and its purpose to management; determining an appropriate review process and timeline; answering detailed questions from HHS, CPSC, and OMB, staff; identifying data inconsistencies; communicating across teams, and divisions; reviewing responses for accuracy; and coordinating review across teams.
  • Communicate assignments and analysis clearly and succinctly, both orally and in writing, to multiple individuals within and outside of OMB.
  • Track congressional action related to appropriations and health policy, take notes and identify statements or amendments that run counter to administration priorities.
  • Review and analyze agency budget submissions, legislation, Congressional testimony, strategic management documents, and other information related to assigned areas.
  • Assist in the drafting of policy papers, performance goals, and financial analyses.
  • Coordinate the development and review of Budget materials.
  • Proofread documents and identify data inconsistencies.
  • Coordinate and track organization-wide and agency assignments on behalf of the Health Division and ensure accuracy and consistency with Administration policy.
  • Support Division operations and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US citizen or national
  • Registered with the Selective Service, if a male born after 12-31-1959
  • Be at least 18 years old and obtain a favorable security determination
  • Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
  • Direct Deposit is required
  • RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID

Please see "Qualifications Required" for requirements of the position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Examples of specialized experience are:

For the GS-04: I have one year of specialized experience that is equal or equivalent to the GS-03 level in the Federal service performing the following: assisting in planning and conducting projects; tracking assignments and deadlines; communicating clearly in writing and orally; organizing data and information; providing basic research support; and performing clerical tasks such as arranging meetings and maintaining files.

For the GS-05: I have one year of specialized experience that is equal or equivalent to the GS-04 level in the Federal service performing the following: planning, developing and conducting projects; tracking assignments and deadlines; communicating clearly in writing and orally; organizing and analyzing data and information; researching complex issues; and performing clerical tasks such as arranging meetings and maintaining files.

For the GS-07: I have one year of specialized experience that is equal or equivalent to the GS-06 level in the Federal service performing the following: Planning, developing and conducting projects; tracking assignments and deadlines; communicating clearly in writing and orally; organizing and analyzing data and information; providing quantitative and qualitative analysis; analyzing organizational, policy, and operational challenges to support senior staff; and performing clerical tasks such as arranging meetings and maintaining files.

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EDUCATION SUBSTITUTE: Education must demonstrate the applicant obtained the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. One year of full-time education is considered 18 semester hours.

For the GS-04: Completion of 2 academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree in a related field of study.

For the GS-05: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree.

For the GS-07: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education OR completion of a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement Provision. Superior Academic Achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. S.A.A. is based on (1) Class standing-applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class, based on completed courses; or (2) Grade-Point Average-applicants must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (3) Election to membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society - membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision.

Additional information

If selected, you will be required to sign a Pathways Participant Agreement.Interns will work full-time during the summer and may work a flexible part-time work schedule during the school year (based on agency needs) while continuing their education.
You will be in a trial period throughout your entire Pathways Internship appointment. If selected by management, you are required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine your suitability for federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.
This is an Excepted Service appointment. As a part of the Pathways Internship Program, the appointment may be extended until the selectee's educational program requirements have been completed. You may be converted, without a break in service to a term (time-limited) or permanent appointment upon graduation and completion of program requirements but there is no guarantee.

Career Transition Program: The provisions of the Reemployment Priority List (RPL), Career Transition Assistance (CTAP) Program and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) do not apply to the initial appointment or conversions of Pathways Programs participants to the competitive service.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page

Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/)

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 Alternative Application.

This position may be used to fill similar vacancies should they come available within 90 days.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the application process is completed in its entirety, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews.

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