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READY FOR A HEALTHY CAREER OPPORTUNITY?
Are you a high-performing executive, skilled strategist, and collaborative relationship builder with an exceptional record of delivering optimal results and measurable outcomes? Are you a proven leader, an excellent communicator, and a natural motivator who views challenge as opportunity? Do you have that special ability for recognizing and cultivating talent...and inspiring greatness in others? If so, we may have the perfect career opportunity for you!
06/02/2022 to 07/05/2022
$135,468 - $203,700 per year
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1 vacancy in the following locations:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Permanent
Full-time
Senior Executive
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Yes
No
IHS-22-HQ-11520971-SES
657948200
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
This position is located in the Office of the Director, Indian Health Service (IHS). Rockville. Maryland. The IHS, an Agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the principal Federal Agency changed with the mission of raising the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indian and Alaska Natives to the highest level.
As Deputy Director for Intergovernmental Affairs (DDIGA), the incumbent directs and coordinates the review and analysis of policy-related issues, and advises the Director, IHS of options for resolving problems caused by existing or proposed IHS, HHS, or Federal policy. The incumbent assumes primary responsibility for the development and implementation of creative high-impact policies, programs, and projects and the subsequent development of program plans and funding to enhance access to health services for AI/AN. Directs the evaluation of Tribal Consultation and Conferring with Urban Indian Organizations policy options and the forecasts of their costs, benefits, and long-term results. Ensures IHS policies are consistent and do not conflict with laws and regulations. Formulates, administers, and supports IHS-wide policies, delegations of authority, and organizations and functions development, and other management control and policy activities. Directs Executive Secretariat functions, including review and clearance of decision documents for the IHS Director's approval to ensure successful operations and policy making within the Agency.
Conditions of Employment
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 Nathan Anderson at nathan.anderson@ihs.gov
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: nathan.anderson@ihs.gov . Requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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.
Commissioned Corps Officers
If you are applying as a Commissioned Corps Officer and wish to remain in to Corps, you are not required to submit ECQs or PTQs however there must be sufficient information in your application to determine that you meet the criteria of both. If selected, you will not need to prepare responses to the ECQs.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
IHS selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently, temporarily, or occasionally, in a federally-operated hospital, clinic, or health station must receive at least one of the two doses of COVID-19 vaccine in a two-dose series, or one dose of COVID-19 vaccine in a single-dose before entry on duty to their position or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing is required. Anyone in violation of this condition of employment may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to this position) and your responses to the assessment questions will be evaluated against the duties you provided in your resume, along with your submitted documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the PTQ's and the ECQ's.
Resume that contains your full name, address and phone number, and does not exceed the five (5) page limit. You are encouraged to verify the length of resume prior to submission of your application.
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 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 setup 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/657948200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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