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Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the premier biomedical research center for the world. Its 27 Institutes and Centers employ approximately 18,000 employees doing a vast array of jobs, all supporting efforts for a healthy nation. For information on the NIH mission, goals, and Institutes and Centers, visit NIH Overview.
This position is located in the Office of Research Services (ORS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
The Office of Research Services (ORS), Office of Scientific Resources, a component of the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) Office of the Director (OD), is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, Division of Veterinary Resources (DVR), in Bethesda, MD. DVR is one of the largest animal care and use programs in the Federal government and in the United States. The mission of the DVR is to contribute to the advancement of NIH biomedical research by providing excellence in animal care and specialized research services to support the NIH intramural research mission. The services provided include comprehensive clinical veterinary medicine and animal husbandry, veterinary pathology and microbiology, veterinary surgery and animal imaging, pharmacy, animal behavior, intensive care, nutrition, and a variety of other specialized veterinary services to support the NIH intramural biomedical research community. DVR is committed to excellence, quality, and continuous improvement in research support.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
11/16/2017 to 11/20/2017
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Salary
$131,767 - $161,900 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 15
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Location
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-Time
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Service
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Promotion potential
15
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Announcement number
NIH-ORS-DH-18-10071348
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Control number
484559100
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Duties
As Director, Division of Veterinary Resources, the incumbent will:
- Report to the ORS Associate Director for Scientific Resources and be charged with overseeing the central laboratory animal services of the NIH Intramural Research Program.
- Oversee a government staff of 57 FTEs which includes 2 doctoral-level personnel, 17 board certified veterinarians, 38 mid-level staff and technical support staff, as well as over 200 contractors.
- Represent DVR on several trans-NIH committees.
- Oversee an overall budget of approximately $55 million as well as guide and manage program initiatives and supervise professional staff.
- Oversee the planning, management, and coordination of veterinary resources and programs involving scientific investigators, veterinarians, administrators, and other professionals in the area of laboratory animal care, use, and treatment throughout NIH.
- Provide leadership and direction for the development of new or modified strategies, policies, and procedures to effectively serve the research needs of the NIH intramural program.
- Research, plan, develop, direct, and implement program policies, regulations, and other guidance, ensuring that comprehensive and successful veterinary resources programs and services are provided in support of the NIH intramural program.
- Determine resource requirements and staff needs, organize and direct program resources, and evaluate the effectiveness of DVR programs through progress reviews, evaluations, and management analysis.
- Manage and oversee the analysis of program and resource requirements for veterinary medical and animal care services, and recommend reallocation of resources and staff to meet expected demands and customer requirements.
- Anticipate projected demands for veterinary medical and support services and estimate requirements for resources and staff.
- Oversee the provision of programmatic training and education on veterinary care and methodologies involving the use of animals in biomedical research.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship requirement met by closing date.
- Position is subject to a background investigation.
- Position requires education.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA). The AVMA web site, http://www.avma.org/, has a listing of all AVMA-accredited veterinary medical schools.
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Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND proof of certification of the final transcript by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
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Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND possession of a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) or its predecessors, the National Board Examination (NBE) and the Clinical Competency Test (CCT) AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
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Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND proof that the education is equivalent to that gained in a veterinary medical program that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. This equivalency is established only if an AVMA-accredited veterinary medical school or college has accepted the final transcript from the foreign veterinary medical school at full value for placement into an advanced degree, postgraduate educational program, or training program (e.g. residency or graduate program AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
BOARD CERTIFICATION:
Specialty boards that are recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) certify eligible candidates as specialists in specific veterinary medical fields.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal Government.
Examples of qualifying experience include: managing a program supporting animal-based biomedical research that involves complex and hazardous chemical or biological agents; conceiving, formulating, and organizing national meetings and proceedings on topics related to the development of toxicity testing guideline; performing veterinary medical diagnostic, surgical and/or treatment services for one on more species of laboratory animals in a laboratory environment prior to and during research utilization; providing expertise in veterinary pathology for toxicity testing programs.
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; 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.
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA). The AVMA web site, http://www.avma.org/, has a listing of all AVMA-accredited veterinary medical schools.
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Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND proof of certification of the final transcript by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
OR
Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND possession of a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) or its predecessors, the National Board Examination (NBE) and the Clinical Competency Test (CCT) AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
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Successful graduation from a foreign veterinary medical school that is not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education AND proof that the education is equivalent to that gained in a veterinary medical program that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. This equivalency is established only if an AVMA-accredited veterinary medical school or college has accepted the final transcript from the foreign veterinary medical school at full value for placement into an advanced degree, postgraduate educational program, or training program (e.g. residency or graduate program AND successful passing of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE) OR successful passing of the International English Language Test System (IELTS) OR the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
BOARD CERTIFICATION:
Specialty boards that are recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) certify eligible candidates as specialists in specific veterinary medical fields.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal Government.
Examples of qualifying experience include: managing a program supporting animal-based biomedical research that involves complex and hazardous chemical or biological agents; conceiving, formulating, and organizing national meetings and proceedings on topics related to the development of toxicity testing guideline; performing veterinary medical diagnostic, surgical and/or treatment services for one on more species of laboratory animals in a laboratory environment prior to and during research utilization; providing expertise in veterinary pathology for toxicity testing programs.
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; 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.
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10071348
Education
This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to 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. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.
Additional information
- A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
- A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to this announcement in order to receive consideration.
- Additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement.
- The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
- The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
- 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.
- NIH may repay certain outstanding Federally-insured student loans to facilitate the recruitment and retention of highly qualified people. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
- A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
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A current federal government employee may receive a relocation incentive if moving from a different geographic location. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
Benefits
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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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Applications will be evaluated against the basic qualifications. Qualified candidates will be referred for consideration in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management direct hire guidelines. Veteran's Preference does not apply to the direct hire recruitment procedures. Selections made under this bulletin will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would, therefore, be given new appointments to the civil service.
Benefits
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, which includes
- Your resume (see How to Apply section for requirements) and cover letter (if you wish to submit one)
- Responses to the online questionnaire
- Other supporting documents if applicable:
- Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) documentation
Do not submit any other supplementary documentation that is not requested of you. We will not use this documentation.
To ensure your information is secure, please redact social security numbers and birth dates. Original copies may be requested if you are hired.
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.
How to Apply
Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or view their video tutorial.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
- A complete Assessment Questionnaire. https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10071348
- Other required supporting documents (See the Required Documents section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.)
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
For additional information, click on the links below: For technical difficulties, contact HR Systems Support between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM ET Monday through Friday at hrss@nih.gov.
Agency contact information
Kevin Blake
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National Institutes of Health
2115 East Jefferson Street
Rockville, MD 20851
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Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Within 15 business days of the closing date,11/20/2017, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. In addition, you may also check your status online at USAJOBS.
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Do not submit any other supplementary documentation that is not requested of you. We will not use this documentation.
To ensure your information is secure, please redact social security numbers and birth dates. Original copies may be requested if you are hired.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, which includes
- Your resume (see How to Apply section for requirements) and cover letter (if you wish to submit one)
- Responses to the online questionnaire
- Other supporting documents if applicable:
- Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) documentation
Do not submit any other supplementary documentation that is not requested of you. We will not use this documentation.
To ensure your information is secure, please redact social security numbers and birth dates. Original copies may be requested if you are hired.
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.
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To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
For additional information, click on the links below: For technical difficulties, contact HR Systems Support between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM ET Monday through Friday at hrss@nih.gov.
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Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or view their video tutorial.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
- A complete Assessment Questionnaire. https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10071348
- Other required supporting documents (See the Required Documents section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.)
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
For additional information, click on the links below: For technical difficulties, contact HR Systems Support between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM ET Monday through Friday at hrss@nih.gov.
Agency contact information
Kevin Blake
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National Institutes of Health
2115 East Jefferson Street
Rockville, MD 20851
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Within 15 business days of the closing date,11/20/2017, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. In addition, you may also check your status online at USAJOBS.
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Kevin Blake
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National Institutes of Health
2115 East Jefferson Street
Rockville, MD 20851
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