This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/601165900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the Department of Health And Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Management and Policy.
The salary range listed on this announcement reflects the Washington, D.C . locality pay. Upon selection, the salary will be adjusted for the specific location.
05/12/2021 to 05/16/2021
$87,198 - $134,798 per year
GS 12 - 13
2 vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
13
No
Yes
HHS-OIG-DH-21-11114939
601165900
Special Projects
Oversees or completes special projects as assigned, including those designed to promote and develop oversight and compliance of all internal operations. Such projects may involve need for information and/or analysis of emerging concerns related to the general administration and/or
management of the OIG.
Physical Security
Plans and directs projects to implement the enterprise physical security solution for OIG facilities nationwide. This work requires coordination with the OMP Facilities Management Team, various groups within the OIG, Department, and other Federal agencies, as well as contractors, engineers, and other external stakeholders. Makes recommendations for program including establishing systems and equipment standards, policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures to support the physical security program.
Designs, develops, evaluates, and oversees the implementation of the physical access control system at OIG offices, and manages the overall project schedule, coordinating with appropriate parties. Identifies long-range program needs, analyzing alternative strategies for meeting those needs, and recommending appropriate methods of acquisition. Includes determining costs associated with developing and sustaining the program and ensuring proper budget allocations are made when needed.
Engages with OIG IT, Facilities Management, and other Physical Security personnel to ensure the OIG's requirements are met and systems are properly integrated and operational, and system maintained throughout the system's lifecycle.
Collaborates with the Facilities Management Team in work related to the design and construction of OIG environments to promote the safety and security of employees and property. This includes real property management, construction, electric, cabling, and other building infrastructure. Typical duties include managing the implementation of electronic physical access control systems from design through installation, including identifying and documenting security needs, proposing appropriate solutions, working with contractors to develop design documents and specifications, developing budgets, reviewing cost proposals, managing project and installation schedules, and managing the life cycle maintenance of the enterprise security system. Reads, understands, and evaluates site and facility engineering drawings for potential security deficiencies.
Conducts on-site facility security assessments and develops analyses to identify how critical and vulnerable facilities or sites are and threats against them. Reviews Federal Protective Service Facility Security Assessments and countermeasure recommendations and determines level of concurrence. Consults with OIG personnel and other security specialists to devise protection systems specific to particular sites to provide maximum security with the least interference in the OIG's mission.
Coordinates the preparation of technical planning documents and reports and/or developing detailed scope of work statements explaining procedural and specific delivery requirements for use in contracting for goods and services. Prepares reports and briefings for higher level management, client or other agencies.
Continuity of Operations & Emergency Preparedness
Develops an OIG specific Continuity of Operations and Occupant Emergency Program. Oversees work related to designing, developing, conducting, evaluating, testing, training and maintenance of the Continuity of Operations (COOP) Program, Occupant Emergency Program (OEP), Emergency Notification System (ENS). Determines the extent-to which OIG's emergency preparedness plans, policies, procedures, teams, training programs, systems, and alternate operating facilities are meeting, exceeding or falling below Federal requirements and stakeholder expectations.
Attends COOP Working Group meetings to stay abreast of policy changes to maintain awareness of continuity community issues, and to develop partnerships with stakeholder and federal associates. Keeps Deputy Director informed of any changes or issues that will affect the OIG and/or HHS.
Participates in department-wide programs for emergency preparedness, natural and man-made disaster response and other emergency program responsibilities, including coordination responsibilities with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and other federal departments and agencies. Prepares reports for the OIG and HHS staff relating to departmental COOP program preparedness and status. Works closely with Department and other Federal Emergency Coordinators to establish and maintain Multi-Year Tests and Training Exercises. Performs information sharing with other government agencies who classify or share information on issues that impact HHS programs and operations under the TS caveats.
Recruitment Incentives: Private sector work experience may be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual.
Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's 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.
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.
Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.
Your application will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your experience, education (if applicable), and training relevant to the duties of this position. If you are found minimally qualified for the job, your application package will be further evaluated to determine your possession of the critical knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics listed below.
Your resume must document specialized experience and support your responses to the vacancy questions.
You will be evaluated on the following:
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
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.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/16/2021 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov.
If you are unable to apply online and have the required information, please call 1-478-744-2360 to start your Alternate Application. You will connected with a member of our staff who will initiate the Alternate Application process. More information on the Alternate Application process can be viewed at the following link: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information.
Questions regarding this vacancy or the application process should be directed to the HR Specialist. The HR Specialist can be reached at (855) 291-2284. Someone is available to answer phone calls and emails from 9:00 AM through 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday excluding Federal holidays.
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.
You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.
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/601165900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for HHS fights fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs including Medicare, Medicaid, Healthcare Marketplaces, NIH, FDA, CDC and more. OIG HHS is the largest Federal inspector general's office, employing a nationwide network of auditors, investigators, attorneys, and evaluators to provide program recommendations to decision-makers, distribute educational resources to the industry and public, and investigate cases to root out fraud.
OIG is ranked as the #1 agency in HHS by the Partnership for Public Service's "The Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" 2019 ratings.
For more information about the HHS Office of Inspector General, go to http://oig.hhs.gov/.
This position is being filled using Direct Hire Authority and is open to all U.S. Citizens. All applicants who meet basic requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply.