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Employees selected for this position are eligible for promotion up to GS-11 while in the Pathways Program and up to GS-13 after successful completion of the Program.

The announcement will close at 11:59p.m. EST on the date the applicant limit has been reached which may be sooner than the closing date.

Salary Range:
Atlanta, GA - $63,369 to $82,379 Per Year
Chicago, IL - $66,942 to $87,024 Per Year
Woodlawn, MD - $68,405 to $88,926 Per Year

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Open & closing dates

09/30/2024 to 10/04/2024

This job will close when we have received 250 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary

$63,369 - $88,926 per year
Pay will be set based on duty location.
Pay scale & grade

GS 9
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Locations

Many vacancies in the following locations:
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

11
Job family (Series)
- 0101 Social Science
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Not Required
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
- Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure

No
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

HHS-OIG-DE-24-12558073
Control number

811728500

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Recent graduates

Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last two years or six years for Veterans. No Prior Federal Experience is Required.

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This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Evaluation and Inspections.

Assists the project lead to identify potential evaluation assignments related to Medicare, Medicaid, and public health and human services programs.
Assists in conducting pre-inspection research of laws and regulations; GAO reports; OIG audits, investigations, and evaluation reports; other studies conducted within or outside the Department; and pending or recently enacted regulations or legislation related to the assigned evaluations on Medicare, Medicaid, and public health and human service programs.
Engages in a variety of research, evaluation, and analysis assignments in the Medicare and Medicaid and public health and human service programs to gain broader knowledge of the programs and experience in the evaluation process.
Gathers and organizes narrative and statistical information using established methods and techniques such as questionnaires, interviews, standard computer software applications, and data trends.
Assists in developing data driven findings and recommendations for program evaluations and reporting of results to officials and stakeholders. Incumbent is actively engaged in environmental research involving Medicare programs, Medicaid services, and public health and human service programs to identify potential areas for future studies and evaluations.
Analyzes and prepares program evaluations for review of all levels.
Reviews internal HHS processes and procedures, making recommendations for improvements to promote efficiency and cost savings.
Researches and evaluates processes and makes recommendations for effective organizational changes.
Applies statistical methods for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of health care programs or a segment of a program; program policies; practices; and procedures. Uses a variety of methods to evaluate programs relative to program goals and objectives.
Participates in strategic planning, evaluation design, data collection and analysis, synthesis, drawing conclusions, and report generation to support multiple recommendations on improvements to HHS programs and policies.
Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of Medicare, Medicaid, and public health and human service programs to identify program vulnerabilities and potential waste, fraud, and abuse.
Develops draft findings and recommendations for modifying, revising, or implementing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs under review.
Extracts and compiles data from a variety of sources and uses statistical applications in the evaluation process. Prepares reports and briefs for program management.
Participates in discussions, meetings, conferences, and conference calls with administrative, senior subject matter, and technical personnel, and other federal agency officials to secure and provide information; to evaluate and synthesize facts; to present conclusions, recommendations, and alternatives; and to obtain concurrence and prepares alternate courses of actions.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of Employment

U.S Citizenship is required.
Registration with the Selective Service (if applicable).
Suitability for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
Pathways Program Participant Agreement
One-year probationary period may be required.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. Education used as part of an application package will only be considered if complete transcripts are submitted and must be from an accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. To see if your institution is accredited, please follow this link: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx

Positive Education Requirement: This position has a position education requirement, as indicated below. A complete transcript showing relevant coursework and degrees must be submitted with your application package. A list of completed courses or incomplete transcripts will not be accepted.

Recent Graduate Requirements: Applicants must have completed within the previous two years a qualifying associate, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution; OR must be a veteran, as defined in 5 U.S.C.2108, who due to military service obligation, was precluded from applying to the Recent Graduate Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period. Veterans who were not able to apply during the two-year eligibility period due to service obligation shave a two-year eligibility period upon release or discharge from active duty HOWEVER the eligibility period may not extend beyond six years from the date on which the academic requirements were completed.

Basic Requirements:

Applicants must have completed a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a behavioral or social science; or related discipline appropriate to this position (must submit copy of unofficial transcripts) OR;
Must have 4 years of appropriate experience that demonstrates you have acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field OR;
Must have a combination of the education and experience described above (must submit a copy of unofficial transcripts).

Specialized Experience: In addition to meeting the basic requirements above all applicants must meet the additional requirements for the GS -9 grade level applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which provided the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include:

Conducting program evaluations or social science research;
Developing written and/or oral presentations of the results; and
Conducting quantitative and/or qualitative analysis of data.

Applicants may substitute 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree for the required specialized experience at the GS-9 grade level. (must submit a copy of unofficial transcripts).

Applicants may substitute a combination of the specialized experience and education above to qualify for the GS-9 grade level Only graduate education in excess of the first year may be substituted for specialized experience (must submit a copy of unofficial transcripts).

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume should include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education

Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accrediting organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials.

Additional information

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.

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.

Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act ("Fair Chance Act"): The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (FCA) prohibits federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history record prior to extending a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the FCA. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the FCA may submit a written complaint to the Department by email at FairChanceAct@hhs.gov.

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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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated by a Subject Matter Expert panel. You will be evaluated on the following competencies:

Collaboration With Others
Communication
Critical Thinking
Data Collection and Analysis
Research

This agency uses Category Rating Procedures. Under Delegated Examining (All U.S. Citizens), we will use your SME panel rating to place you in one of three categories. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:

Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.
Well Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of Veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

Your resume must document specialized experience and support your responses to the vacancy questions.

To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12558073

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All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Academic Transcripts - Must indicate name of educational institutions, degree type, and date degree conferred in addition to a listing of the educational courses completed.
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
- Other Supporting Documents: (Only submit if applicable to you)
- Veterans' Preference Documentation: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 (Member 4 copy),or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. 10 point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form. An SF-15 may be found at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. For more information on veterans' preference, go to: http://www.opm.gov/Veterans.
- 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.
- Reasonable Accommodation Documentation
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action
Financial Disclosure: This position may be subject to financial disclosure requirements and must be filed within 30 days of the appointment. For more information about Financial Disclosure and OGE Form 450, you may go to the Office of Government Ethics website at www.oge.gov and select Financial Disclosure. Frequently Asked Questions can be found at http://www.oge.gov/Financial-Disclosure/Confidential-Financial-Disclosure-450/OGE-Form-450-FAQs/OGE-Form-450-FAQs/.

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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 10/04/2024 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 agency contact below.

This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

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.

Agency contact information

Catherine Gabrielle

Email

catherine.gabrielle@oig.hhs.gov

Address

OIG Office of Evaluation and Inspections
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US

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Next steps

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.

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All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):

Resume
Cover Letter
Academic Transcripts - Must indicate name of educational institutions, degree type, and date degree conferred in addition to a listing of the educational courses completed.

Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:

Other Supporting Documents: (Only submit if applicable to you)
Veterans' Preference Documentation: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 (Member 4 copy),or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. 10 point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form. An SF-15 may be found at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. For more information on veterans' preference, go to: http://www.opm.gov/Veterans.
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.
Reasonable Accommodation Documentation
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action

Financial Disclosure: This position may be subject to financial disclosure requirements and must be filed within 30 days of the appointment. For more information about Financial Disclosure and OGE Form 450, you may go to the Office of Government Ethics website at www.oge.gov and select Financial Disclosure. Frequently Asked Questions can be found at http://www.oge.gov/Financial-Disclosure/Confidential-Financial-Disclosure-450/OGE-Form-450-FAQs/OGE-Form-450-FAQs/.

For Most Effective Resumes Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Most_Effective_Resumes

Please visit the YouTube Link for additional Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqYkibnuiJU

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

Help

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 10/04/2024 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 agency contact below.

This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

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.

Agency contact information

Catherine Gabrielle

Email: catherine.gabrielle@oig.hhs.gov
Address: OIG Office of Evaluation and Inspections
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

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 announcement has closed

Help

Reviewing applications

Open & closing dates

09/30/2024 to 10/04/2024

This job will close when we have received 250 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary

$63,369 - $88,926 per year
Pay will be set based on duty location.
Pay scale & grade

GS 9
Locations

Many vacancies in the following locations:
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

11
Job family (Series)
- 0101 Social Science
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Not Required
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
- Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure

No
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

HHS-OIG-DE-24-12558073
Control number

811728500

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/811728500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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