This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/560207300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The mission of the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) is to bring effective alcohol and drug treatment to every community. CSAT provides national leadership to expand the availability of effective treatment and recovery services for alcohol and drug problems, to improve access, reduce barriers and promote high quality effective treatment and recovery services for people with alcohol and drug problems, abuse, or addiction as well as for their families and communities.
Learn more about this agency02/19/2020 to 03/11/2020
$131,239 - $197,300 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Senior Executive
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HHS-SAMHSA-ES-20-10724482
560207300
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
ABOUT THE POSITION
This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT). As Director, the incumbent is fully responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of the Center in close working partnership with the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use and other SAMHSA leadership (e.g. Center Directors).Oversees the formulation and development of CSAT policies, objectives, and goals to ensure a comprehensive and integrated program.
Serves as principal advisor to the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use on all substance abuse treatment policy and program activities and recommends what changes should be made or initiated based on the determination of SAMHSA, DHHS, or the White House goals and objectives. Also serves as the central figure for furthering the Administration's goal of mainstreaming treatment for substance use disorders into the general healthcare delivery system. Keeps the Assistant Secretary informed on all critical treatment matters.
Establishes and articulates CSAT policy, organizational priorities, and operating principles, and reviews materials, directed for approval and/or signature by the Assistant Secretary having major program policy and operational implications. Makes recommendations to the Assistant Secretary regarding CSAT policies and programs pertaining to, or affecting, CSAT programs and objectives. The Director's judgment represents major input into the total SAMHSA effort. Incumbent functions as a key participant with Agency executive staff in the implementation and coordination of Agency-wide programs.
Plans, develops, implements policies and initiatives relating to the treatment of substance use disorders, with a special focus and national leadership role in upgrading and improving the quality and effectiveness of substance abuse treatment and treatment programs, and expanding treatment capacity. Treatment programs also include education, health promotion, and recovery support activities. Provides executive leadership and national direction in the establishment of short and long-range goals, objectives, and plans for substance use disorders and ensures consistency with goals and objectives established by DHHS, the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), other federal agencies and the health community, as well as other initiatives being pursued by SAMHSA. Plans, directs, and coordinates the varied ongoing and special programs and initiatives, which are supportive of the agency's mission to design and promote innovative clinical and public health strategies to treat substance use disorders.
Coordinates and establishes policies, procedures, and standards for cross agency program initiatives i.e., integrated care, workforce initiatives.Implements systems to monitor and evaluate CSAT program activities and to recommend adjustments or revisions to programs to ensure that broad goals and objectives are attained. Based on management and programmatic assessments, determines the need to correct noted inadequacies and implement changes for the purpose of improving control and coordinating program activities and accomplishing assigned priorities. Assures instructions or guidance to responsible executive and senior management staff are developed for adjustments required to achieve adherence to operational objectives and resource allocations.
Oversees the formulation of requests for financial, personnel and other resources for the Center and the development of program plans, and provides guidance to subordinate offices and divisions on formulating budget requests. Reviews the Center's justifications and prepares and presents budget and program information to SAMHSA, DHHS, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and Congress. Also represents CSAT and SAMHSA in relationships with other interested groups or individuals, such as members of White House Committees, the ONDCP, the news media, etc.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Salary for Senior Executive Service positions varies depending on qualifications. The annual salary range may be found at the top of this announcement. This position may be eligible for performance bonuses and performance based pay adjustments.
Probationary Period:
Selectee must serve a one-year probationary period unless s/he previously completed one year the Senior Executive Service.
Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure
HHS inspires public confidence by maintaining high ethical principles, and all Federal Government employees are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations, including the Standards of Ethical Conduct, that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. The Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521 also requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278, prior to assuming the SES position, annually, and upon termination of employment.
Security and Background Requirements
If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equality is held as one of the most important values at HHS. Selection for this, and any other position, will be based solely on merit. HHS does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors.
If applying online poses a hardship to you, you may submit your application by contacting the HR Specialist listed at the end of the vacancy.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the HR Specialist listed at the end of the vacancy
Veteran's Preference
Veteran's Preference does not apply to the SES.
Selective Service
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
A recruitment incentive may be authorized.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your cover letter (optional) and your resume (NOT TO EXCEED FIVE PAGES), demonstrating possession of the technical qualifications and achievement of the five executive core qualifications are the documents that will be used to determine your basic and specialized qualifications for the position. YOU MUST ADHERE TO THE PAGE LIMIT ABOVE OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
All applicants are required to submit the following documents to be considered for the position:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You must submit the complete online application and documentation specified in the Required Documents by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/11/2020 of this announcement to receive consideration.
Applicants must have a USAJOBS account to apply to this position. For more information on establishing a USAJOBS account; searching for and applying to HHS jobs; or understanding the federal hiring process, contact: Gregory Stewart
Submitting Your Application
To verify your application is complete, log in to your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and then select More Information for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Once the online questionnaire is received, an acknowledgement e-mail will be sent to the address on file. If you are unable to upload any of the required supporting documents, you may fax them to 1-478-757-3144. Please include a cover sheet clearly indicating the announcement for which you are applying.
Should you have any questions related to this vacancy, please contact the HR Specialist listed at the end of this vacancy announcement at least 24 hours prior to vacancy close.
You will receive an email informing you of the receipt of your application. Highly qualified candidates may be referred for an interview and may be required to undergo a reference check. The OPM Executive Resources Board (ERB) may review results and make recommendations on final selections to the approving authority. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/560207300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), an elite group of senior government leaders who possess a diverse portfolio of experience and expertise required to lead across organizations. This cadre of dedicated executives is charged with providing strategic leadership and upholding a commitment to public service that transcends loyalty to a specific agency mission or individual profession. As an SES member, you will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the Federal Government and lead the next generation of public servants.
For more information about SAMHSA, please visit: https://www.samhsa.gov