The purpose of this position is for the incumbent to serve as the Director of Medical Countermeasures (MCM) Preparedness and Response in the BARDA OD and reports to the Director of MCM Programs. The incumbent primarily focuses on addressing these three critical gaps: lead efforts to improve response capabilities, develop and implement a more structured response plan, and support ASPR and whole-of-Government response to address new, future emergencies.
Summary
The purpose of this position is for the incumbent to serve as the Director of Medical Countermeasures (MCM) Preparedness and Response in the BARDA OD and reports to the Director of MCM Programs. The incumbent primarily focuses on addressing these three critical gaps: lead efforts to improve response capabilities, develop and implement a more structured response plan, and support ASPR and whole-of-Government response to address new, future emergencies.
This is an Excepted Service position under Title 42. Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified persons. No previous federal experience is required.
Leads BARDA's efforts to improve the HHS preparedness and response posture.
Develops strategic approaches to develop and implement improvements to advance new and existing MCMs that accelerate their approval and facilitate their use in a response.
Identifies and implements cross-cutting BARDA initiatives and establishes public, private, and not-for-profit partnerships that accelerate the availability of MCMs including enabling their equitable access prior to and during outbreaks.
Serves as the incident management team (IMT) lead for BARDA when needed. In this role, the incumbent leads and directs BARDA's response which may include, but not be limited to, managing BARDA's operational, logistical, informational, planning, workforce and financial assets.
Leads BARDA response efforts to various outbreaks and other efforts requiring a rapid response and in coordination across other HHS and government agencies.
Leads coordination of BARDA preparedness and response efforts, including identifying areas for improvement in response capabilities for MCMs under development, and addressing goals and objectives under the American Pandemic Preparedness Plan and National Biodefense Strategy.
Provides support to the ASPR Immediate Office (I/O) during response periods by assuming leadership role(s) within BARDA, Disaster Leadership Groups, supporting other agencies in HHS, managing BARDA interests with non-HHS
government stakeholders and representing BARDA in external stakeholder engagements.
Manages BARDA's critical inter-governmental partnerships with USG stakeholders, including DoD, NSC, Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and others.
Ensures that outwardly facing documents are consistent with departmental standards and are based on medical, public health, policy and regulatory needs.
Represents BARDA at White House, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), HHS, ASPR and BARDA meetings, external scientific conferences, and interagency working meetings.
Provides expert technical and scientific guidance and leadership across BARDA's threat space. During a response, the incumbent leads a team of GS-13 to GS-15 federal employees, detailees, contractors, and Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Fellows within BARDA to navigate the complex response environment and maximize the availability of MCMs, including their availability globally.
Performs other duties as assigned.
DIVISION MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Applies expert knowledge of Federal programs, regulations, statutes, policies, and directives which govern programs in the public health emergency preparedness arena relevant to BARDA, ASPR, and HHS.
Participates in relevant interagency committees and meetings to develop strategies and address emergency preparedness and response activities relevant to BARDA and ASPR.
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the priorities, goals, and objectives of BARDA and ASPR leadership and the Administration for designated areas of responsibility.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) RESPONSIBILITY
Leads in a proactive, customer-responsive manner consistent with Agency vision and values, effectively communicating program issues to external audiences.
Ensures financial and managerial accountability by acting with prudence when executing fiduciary responsibilities.
Demonstrates high integrity and adheres to the highest ethical standards of public service. Uses effective business practices including balanced measures of results and values, and invests in each employee; emphasizes empowerment, effective performance, and two-way communication.
This employer participates in the E-Verify Program
U.S. Citizenship is required
Subject to satisfactory security and suitability determinations
New appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period
You must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.
Transcripts are required.
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Qualifications
Graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
At a minimum, the candidate must possess a doctoral-level degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, including: Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M., D.D.S., D.M.D., Sc.D., or other research doctoral-degree widely recognized in U.S. academe as equivalent to a Ph.D. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS
Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant possesses the scope and quality of experience sufficient to effectively carry out the above-described responsibilities.
A doctoral-level degree and significant work experience demonstrating a high degree of relevant expertise in research, development, manufacturing, and regulatory approval of medical countermeasures against Chemical, and/or Biological (such as infectious disease), and/or Radiological and/or Nuclear threats.
At least five (5) years of experience managing product development and product procurement contracts.
Professional knowledge of the U.S. Government acquisition, procurement, and contracting processes.
At least one (1) year of experience successfully leading a large team of individuals with diverse experiences, skills, and backgrounds from across an organization's departments and from outside organizations in the development MCMs.
Experience identifying and managing critical requirements, situational reporting, response related assets, and MCM-related logistics.
Experience leading collaboration and coordination efforts with global partners.
Experience working with and leading complex negotiations, including research and development and procurement contract negotiations, in time sensitive situations.
Experience leading and coordinating a large, matrixed rapid-response or similar time-sensitive effort.
Strong oral and written communication skills, particularly with respect to communicating complex scientific and technical information.
Education
This position has an education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer. Failure to submit transcripts or indicate college courses information will cause loss of consideration for this position.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov.
Additional information
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450 form) is required.
The Ethics Reform Act of 1989, Executive Order 12674, and 5 C.F.R. Part 2634, Subpart I, require individuals who are assigned to certain designated positions in the Executive Branch of the Federal Government, to file an annual Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450 Form). Please be advised that you will receive an OGE-450 form and it is required that you complete and return this form. A formal official job offer cannot be extended until you have submitted this form and been cleared by AHRQ's ethics officials. As an AHRQ employee, you will also be required to file an annual Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450). In addition, you may be required to: (1) divest of certain financial interests, or (2) maintain certain financial interests below the de minimis levels of: (1) $15,000 (individual stock) and (2) $50,000 (stocks or sector-specific mutual/exchange traded fund combined). 5 C.F.R. 2640.202
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 Adrienne Anderson
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: Adrienne Anderson. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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.
Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
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.
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.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
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.
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.
All applicants are required to submit the following documents to be considered for the position:
Resume that contains your full name, address and phone number,
College transcripts (Copies of transcripts are acceptable, however, originals will be required before entrance on duty)
NOTE: Documents submitted that are not listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement will not be considered or forwarded to the rating panel or selecting official.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 the CLOSINGDATE of this announcement October 2, 2023 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.
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.
Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
Once the application is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. 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.
All applicants are required to submit the following documents to be considered for the position:
Resume that contains your full name, address and phone number,
College transcripts (Copies of transcripts are acceptable, however, originals will be required before entrance on duty)
NOTE: Documents submitted that are not listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement will not be considered or forwarded to the rating panel or selecting official.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 the CLOSINGDATE of this announcement October 2, 2023 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.
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.
Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
Once the application is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
