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In CFACT, the Division of Social and Economic Research conducts studies of the access to and costs of financing health care; assists in the development of agency data resources; and provides technical assistance to researchers and policymakers within the agency and throughout federal government.
Learn more about this agency10/11/2018 to 10/25/2018
$114,590 - $148,967 per year
RG 00
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Temporary - not-to-exceed two (2) years, with possible renewals up to seven (7) years
Full-Time
Excepted
00
No
No
HHS-AHRQ-RG-19-10325376
513449400
U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents are eligible to apply
The Staff Fellow will serve in the Division of Social and Economic Research, responsible for ensuring the analytic utility of the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS), a major component of CFACT's mission, and
1. Security and Background Requirements: If not previously completed, 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.
2. 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.
3. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
4. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 p.m. 10/25/2018
5. One or two year trial period may be required
6. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses may be paid: NO
7. Bargaining Unit Position: NO
8. Drug Screening Required: NO
9. Recruitment incentives may be authorized: NO
10. Student loan repayment incentive may be authorized: NO
11. Annual leave for non-federal service may be authorized: NO
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.
This is an Excepted Service position under Title 42. Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified persons (U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents). No previous federal experience is required. This appointment does not confer any entitlement to conversion to a position in the competitive service.
Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please see Agency Contact Information for whom to contact for more info. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. You must contact the HR contact on the vacancy announcement at least three business days before the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance.
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.
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.
Selective Service:
The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12/31/59 who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment to this position. For further information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.
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.
Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete Application
Package, which includes:
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.
EMAIL your resume along with required supporting documents to Amelia.Schneider@ahrq.hhs.gov. Email applications are strongly preferred; if, however, an applicant is unable to access email, the application should be mailed to:
Center for Financing, Access and Cost Trends
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
5600 Fishers Lane, mail stop code 07W41A
Rockville, MD 20857
Attention: Amelia Schneider
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/25/2018
Once the application is received 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.
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/513449400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) provides national leadership and administration of programs that enhance the quality, appropriateness, and effectiveness of health care services. The Center for Financing, Access and Cost Trends (CFACT) is charged to generate new knowledge, synthesize evidence, translate science for multiple stakeholders, and catalyze practice improvement.
