The House Wellness Center, newly established by the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is a comprehensive health and well-being platform for House Community employees which provides programs, resources, and support as to positively impact productivity and quality of life so employees may be happy with who they are and what they do for a living.
Summary
The House Wellness Center, newly established by the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is a comprehensive health and well-being platform for House Community employees which provides programs, resources, and support as to positively impact productivity and quality of life so employees may be happy with who they are and what they do for a living.
YOU MUST BE A VETERAN AND MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: Honorably discharged; Released from active duty within the last five years; Pay grades at or below E-5 or O-3; 20% or greater service connected disability rating (Purple Heart recipients are exempt from the service connected disability rating requirement). Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED.
The House Wellness Center is seeking a Program Specialist who is looking for an opportunity to learn from, and contribute to, the mission of the U.S. House of Representatives. The incumbent will assist with the development and implementation of strategic modernization initiatives as well as identifying and evaluating new trends in wellness which support the U.S. House of Representatives. Major duties include, but are not limited to:
Assisting in the development and implementation of evidence-based wellness programs.
Researching and recommending industry-leading wellness services and solutions to improve employee productivity and overall well-being.
Assisting in the creation and dissemination of targeted health and well-being communications which help foster a culture of wellness.
Supporting strategic initiatives through collaboration with House Wellness Center Staff as well as U.S. House of Representatives Leadership and business partners.
Helping facilitate and coordinate workshops, seminars, events, and other engagement activities. 6.Serving as the wellness liaison between the House Wellness Center and the Wounded Warrior Fellows.
This position is limited to Veterans desiring to serve a two-year paid Congressional Fellowship as part of the House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program.
ALL CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
Honorably discharged;
Released from active duty within the last five years;
Pay grade at or below E-5 or O-3;
20% or greater service connected disability rating (Purple Heart recipients are exempt from the service connected disability rating requirement)
Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement (TERA) are not eligible for the program. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED.
Qualifications
Detail oriented; excellent communication skills; ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; must be able to write simple correspondence, effectively presenting information to internal and external customers; must be able to manage sensitive information appropriately; ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous work disposition; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Additionally, must maintain personal appearance and hygiene in a professional, neat, and clean manner to include hair, mustaches, and beards.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health, Dental, Vision, Thrift Savings Plan, Student Loan Repayment Program
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All evaluations will be conducted by the House Wellness Center.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health, Dental, Vision, Thrift Savings Plan, Student Loan Repayment Program
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
CANDIDATES SHOULD EMAIL THE THREE ATTACHMENTS REFERENCED IN THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS SECTION TO housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov THE THREE DOCUMENTS, ONCE EMAILED, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR APPLICATION.
EACH ATTACHMENT SHALL BE SUBMITTED AS A SEPARATE AND LEGIBLE DOCUMENT
THE SUBJECT LINE SHALL ONLY INCLUDE THE CANDIDATE’S LAST NAME AND HOUSE WELLNESS CENTER PROGRAM SPECIALIST.
U.S. House of Representatives
Capitol Hill
Washington, District of Columbia 20515
United States
Next steps
Candidates will receive an email notification once their application has been received and processed. Candidates will be contacted directly by the House Wellness Center if selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
CANDIDATES SHOULD EMAIL THE THREE ATTACHMENTS REFERENCED IN THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS SECTION TO housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov THE THREE DOCUMENTS, ONCE EMAILED, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR APPLICATION.
EACH ATTACHMENT SHALL BE SUBMITTED AS A SEPARATE AND LEGIBLE DOCUMENT
THE SUBJECT LINE SHALL ONLY INCLUDE THE CANDIDATE’S LAST NAME AND HOUSE WELLNESS CENTER PROGRAM SPECIALIST.
U.S. House of Representatives
Capitol Hill
Washington, District of Columbia 20515
United States
Next steps
Candidates will receive an email notification once their application has been received and processed. Candidates will be contacted directly by the House Wellness Center if selected for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
