This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/571925200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located within Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Office of Provider Support (OPS) in Rockville, MD.
The selectee for this position may be eligible for annual performance bonuses and performance based pay adjustments.
06/30/2020 to 07/15/2020
$131,239 - $197,300 per year
ES 00
1 vacancy in the following location:
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
None
Yes
No
HRSA-OPS-20-ES-10850429
571925200
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S., and excepted service employees and those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). This position is also open to PHS Commissioned Corps (CC) Officers. CC Officers interested in applying for this position to serve in the SES must resign their commission, if selected. CC Officers interested in performing the duties of the position within the Commissioned Corps; can continue to serve as PHS Commissioned Corps Officer.
OPS is responsible for the timely and appropriate distribution of more than $175 billion to hospitals and healthcare providers on the front lines of the coronavirus response and overseeing the payment of provider claims for reimbursement of testing and treatment of COVID-19. Additional information can be found at the following links: CARES Act Provider Relief Fund and COVID-19 Claims Reimbursement to Health Care Providers and Facilities for Testing and Treatment of the Uninsured.
As the Associate Administrator, you will exercise full authority and executive leadership in planning, managing and directing national programs, including implementation of overall direction and management of funds dedicated specifically for (1) removing financial obstacles that might prevent people from getting the testing and treatment they need related to COVID-19; (2) payment of claims related to testing and treatment of the uninsured individuals with possible or actual cases of COVID-19; (3) data collection and analysis efforts in support of program execution; (4) the oversight of proper execution of funds; and (5) ensuring compliance with regulations through establishing a system of internal controls.
The executive will maintain collaborative relationships within HRSA and other federal and nonfederal agencies, state, and local governments, and public and private sector organizations in coordinating a national response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The executive will interpret national trends and their possible effect on health care providers relative to COVID-19 and recommends action to the HRSA Administrator.
The executive is responsible for the effective management of resources through subordinate staff and makes decisions and/or recommendations which materially influence ultimate decisions in all areas of operations including workforce, fiscal, logistics and other resources required to carry out assigned functions in an effective manner.
The executive will provide oversight of contracts to implement work requirements, ensure program and payment integrity, and ensure accountability of recipients of funding. This includes proper accounting of costs and meeting all expected reporting requirements.
The executive will evaluate IT approaches used to carry out funds disbursement and management responsibilities.
The executive directs the analysis of legislative proposals which can impact current mandates. Meets with the Office of General Counsel, Office of the Inspector General, Congressional staff, and other interested high-level officials in the Department and the Administration in the process of developing feasible provisions, which are designed to carry out the objectives of the agency's programs.
The executive provides executive leadership and direction for the Office's policy development as it relates to pertinent HRSA, HHS, and Administration policies.
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This position does not have an education requirement. Please do not send transcripts.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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 contact either HRSA's Office of Human Resources at
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Conditions of Employment:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We use a multi-step process to evaluate and refer applicants:
All applicants are required to submit and/or complete the following documents to be considered for the position:
The application process used to recruit for this position is the RESUME BASED method. Although applicants cannot address the ECQs or MTQs separately, evidence of each must be clearly demonstrated in the five page resume and throughout the rest of the application package.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a complete application no later than 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on the closing date of the announcement - 07/15/2020. If you fail to submit a complete application prior to the closing time, the application system will not allow you to finish. Requests for extensions will not be granted, so please begin the application process with enough time to finish before the deadline.
ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a resume (five page maximum - additional pages will not be considered). You may also submit an optional cover letter. Separate written narratives addressing the ECQs and MTQs will not be considered.
You must complete the online assessment questions. If your resume does not support the responses in your questionnaire, you may be rated "ineligible". We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.
Your five page resume should include the following:
You will receive an email informing you of the receipt of your application. Applicants who are determined to be highly qualified by the SES rating panel will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and possible interview, at which time you will be contacted. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications once a final selection is made.
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/571925200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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