Public Notice for Direct Hire (Data Modernization) - Epidemiologist

Location: Spokane, WA (99201)
Company: Department of Health And Human Services
Salary: $49,025 - $186,854
Industry: IT
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: 3 days ago

Summary

As a global leader in public health & health promotion, CDC is the agency Americans trust with their lives. In addition to our everyday work, each CDC employee has a role in supporting public health emergency management, whether through temporary assignments to emergency responses or sustaining other CDC programs and activities while colleagues respond. Join our team to use your talent, training, & passion to help CDC continue as the world's premier public health organization. Visit www.cdc.gov

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Overview

  • Accepting applications
  • Open & closing dates

05/28/2024 to 09/30/2024

  • Salary

$49,025 - $186,854 per year

Salary listed is Rest of U.S. and will be adjusted to reflect location after selection.

  • Pay scale & grade

GS 7 - 15

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Locations

  • Anchorage, AK

  • Los Angeles, CA

  • San Diego, CA

  • San Francisco, CA

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  • Denver, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO

  • Washington, DC

  • Miami, FL

  • Atlanta, GA

  • Honolulu, HI

  • Chicago, IL

  • Boston, MA

  • Hyattsville, MD

  • Detroit, MI

  • Minneapolis, MN

  • Triangle, NC

  • Newark, NJ

  • New York, NY

  • Cincinnati, OH

  • Philadelphia, PA

  • Pittsburgh, PA

  • San Juan, PR

  • Dallas, TX

  • El Paso, TX

  • Houston, TX

  • Seattle, WA

  • Spokane, WA

  • Morgantown, WV

  • 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

Multiple Appointment Types

  • Work schedule

Multiple Schedules

  • Service

Competitive

  • Promotion potential

00 - Contingent - Promotion potential will be based on the position to which appointed.

  • Job family (Series)

0601 General Health Science

  • Supervisory status

No

  • Security clearance

Not Required

  • Drug test

No

  • Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)

  • Trust determination process

Credentialing

Suitability/Fitness

  • Announcement number

HHS-CDC-DMI-DH-24-12428301

  • Control number

793085800

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This job is open to

  • Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

  • The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. You are applying to a resume database. Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained and may be used at any time during or after the open period of this Public Notice. U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED.

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Duties

The CDC utilizes Direct/Expedited Hire Authorities to fill vacancies in a variety of occupations. This vacancy is a REPOSITORY of applications. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level of the position. Applications may be periodically referred to hiring managers both during the open period and after the closing date. Because of the large number of applications anticipated, applicants' status will not be updated.

This public notice will be used to fill the positions listed below at multiple grade levels and locations.

  • Epidemiologist (Data Scientist): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
  • Epidemiologist (Informatics): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
  • Epidemiologist (Laboratory Informatics): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
Duties may include but are not limited to
  • Consulting and collaborating with statistical, data science, and public health professionals in the collection, linkage, processing, coding, classification, and analysis of public health surveillance.
  • Evaluating and interpreting data extracts and reports from various systems assessing relevant data sources'' validity and reliability to meet project needs to aid stakeholders in understanding and utilizing analytical reports.
  • Assisting in preparing comprehensive reports that include discussion of substantive issues related to data science methodology for public health surveillance and related applications
  • Producing static and interactive data visualizations to communicate findings to internal and external audiences.
  • Planning and carrying out quality control programs and selects appropriate epidemiologic methods to be used in quality control analysis for key influenza and respiratory pathogens.
  • Providing scientific advice in coordinating and maintaining public health informatics project goals, objectives, and priorities within the CDC and in the public health community.
  • Performing scientific work responsible for evaluating and developing approaches for strengthening the standardization and utility of national health information systems, their products, policies, and processes, with specific emphasis on electronic data interchange and electronic media.
  • Providing advice on the application of IT to the development and promotion of uniform data elements in national health information systems.
  • Manages projects involved with public health informatics and serves as a subject matter expert in the design and implementation of IT systems integrating epidemiologic and other information from a scientific perspective.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Due to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) process enhancement to use Shared Certificates throughout the Agency, some of the requirements below may differ:

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (http://www.sss.gov).
  • May be subject to a Background/Security Investigation. Security clearance level may differ from the position announced when certificates are shared.
  • CDC participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). If selected, CDC will determine your employment eligibility using your social security number.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • One-year probationary period may be required.
  • This position may be subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • This public notice may be used to fill supervisory or managerial positions and selectees may be subject to 1 year supervisory or managerial probationary period.
  • Positions may be filled as permanent or term appointments.
  • This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement.
  • In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
  • Degree: Bachelor's or 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.
Minimum Qualifications
  • GS-7:
  • At least 1 year of graduate-level education OR
  • Superior academic achievement (See Education section) OR
  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting with extracting data from surveillance systems, data processing or exploratory data analysis related to epidemiology w/emphasis on public health OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting in performing scientific studies & identifying systems & tools to assist others in effectively accessing data OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting in preparing comprehensive reports that include discussion of substantive issues related to data science methodology for public health surveillance health issues & their impact on public policies/scientific studies/surveys OR
  • A combination of education & experience

  • GS-9:

  • At least 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree OR
  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-07 grade level in Federal service: assuring quality of data gathering, analysis & prevention that contributes to integration of informatics, data science & epidemiology w/emphasis on public health OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-07 grade level in Federal service: performing scientific studies; using data science algorithms to manage, analyze, or assimilate fragmented & unstructured data into usable data OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: identifying & characterizing biological &/or other agents that cause several diseases; preparing reports on scientific investigations, studies, & projects OR
  • A combination of education & experience

  • GS-11:

  • At least 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR
  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-09 grade level in Federal service: analyzing & creating algorithmic solutions while conducting epidemiological public health studies OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-09 grade level in Federal service: performing scientific studies & assisting in the design of bioinformatics tools that support advanced data query & automation of data analysis OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: analyzing public health issues & their impact on scientific operations; assisting laboratory scientists in the design of laboratory/bio-informatics tools; identifying & characterizing biological &/or other agents that cause several diseases OR
  • A combination of education & experience

  • GS-12:

  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: developing automated systems & tools to collect, process, classify & analyze public health surveillance, research, & administrative data OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: performing epidemiologic studies & designing effective technology systems that gather, store, interpret & manage data to support scientific projects & programs OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: conducting audits, investigative studies, or continuing specialized projects of laboratory functions; conducting quality data analysis & evaluation to use findings, new developments &/or modified processes to resolve problems; conducting studies designed to collect, analyze, & interpret scientific data as part of epidemiological studies

  • GS-13:

  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: providing advice on the use of data science tools, methods, & statistical learning models to collect, link, process, code, classify, & analyze public health surveillance, research, & administrative data with innovative integration of informatics & science OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: providing advice & assistance in the development & implementation of procedures, methods, & strategies for obtaining & using scientific data from various surveillance systems or programs for a scientific or public health project or study OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: analyzing laboratory software & public health policy initiatives, direction, & issues to make recommendations to improve the information systems; developing & coordinating epidemiological & other biological science & related field policies; developing/utilizing statistically valid protocols for evaluating data quality & establishing data quality systems

  • GS-14:

  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: providing expert analysis of data science methods & tools using public health data systems, & clinical/administrative data in evaluating, conducting, & publishing results from epidemiological studies or surveillance activities OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: managing projects involved with public health informatics & the design & implementation of IT systems integrating epidemiologic & other information from a scientific perspective OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: advising on the development & implantation of data elements in national health information systems; preparing reports related to data science methodology for public health surveillance; consulting on IT systems integrating epidemiologic & other related information

  • GS-15:

  • Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: developing & implementing scientific policies/procedures on epidemiological data science practices/principles; directing the statistical, data science, & artificial intelligence collection, linkage, processing, coding, classification, &/or analysis of public health surveillance, research, & administrative health data OR
  • Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: developing/implementing scientific policies/procedures on epidemiological informatics practices/principles; directing the development, testing, implementation, & evaluation of Next Generation Sequencing, informatics technologies & applicable software systems relating to public health informatics & lab informatics OR
  • Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: developing/implementing scientific policies/procedures on epidemiological laboratory informatics practices/principles; directing scientific work responsible for evaluating/developing approaches for strengthening the standardization & utility of national health information systems

Education

A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Superior Academic Achievement is based on a bachelor's degree with one of the following:

  • Class standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.
  • Grade-point average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a grade-point average of:
  • 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or
  • 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.

  • Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society - Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. Membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision.

Additional information

Telework: This position has been designated as telework eligible and:

  • May include telework options and/or flexible work scheduling. These options may be requested once you have become an employee and you will be required to sign a Workplace Flexibilities Agreement that details remote or telework working conditions and expectations in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities Policy.
  • May be eligible for inclusion in the Bargaining Unit.The name of the union, local, and BU Codes will be provided upon selection.
  • For more information visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/job-announcement/telework/

May be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

The Federal government, as the largest employer in the Nation, can and should show the way towards achieving drug-free workplaces through programs designed to offer drug users a helping hand, and at the same time demonstrating to drug users and potential drug users that drugs will not be tolerated in the Federal workplace if declared a drug-testing position. The use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust placed in such employees as servants of the public.

Incentives
  • Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.
  • Annual Leave for non-federal service may be authorized.
  • Student loan repayment incentive may be authorized.
  • Travel, transportation, and moving expenses may be paid.
  • PCS Expenses may be authorized, subject to the terms of the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

The utilization of shared certificates for additional selections within the same geographical area can be made from multiple Centers of the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR).

This position is being filled through Direct Hire Authority for this occupation and is open to all US Citizens. Vacancies will be filled through OPM's Direct Hire Authority. Veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to positions filled under this announcement. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. Applications received as a result of job fairs, recruitment events, and emergency hiring mechanisms in support of this hiring initiative will also be accepted during the duration of the direct-hire authority.

For more information on OPM's authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/

Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire 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.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (eg, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (eg, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Promotion potential: Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your meeting qualifications and time-in-grade requirements, demonstrated ability to perform the higher-level duties, the continuing need for the higher-level duties, and administrative approval. Promotion to the next grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must meet all of the requirements outlined in the qualification section of this announcement in order to be considered "well qualified."

  • Benefits

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  • 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 the following. Note: All documents must be in English.

  1. Resume - Must reflect name, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (month/year) of employment and duties performed.

Current/former Federal employee:

  • Must reflect pay plan, series and grade, ie, GS-0301-9.

Dos and Don'ts:

  • www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/
  • www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-leave-out/

Cover Letter is optional.

  1. Transcripts (if applicable) - You may submit an unofficial transcript. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected.

  2. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):

  3. Supporting documentation ie, Reduction in Force (RIF) notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND most recent:

  4. Current annual performance appraisal
  5. SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)

  6. Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (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. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.

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

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 09/30/2024, of this 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 résumé 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.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application 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.

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/.

If you are unable to apply online
  • Applicants external to CDC - Contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV.
  • Applicants internal to CDC - Contact the OHR Service Desk.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.

To view the questionnaire, click on the following link:

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12428301

Agency contact information

CDC HELPDESK

Phone

(770) 488-1725

Email

HRCS@CDC.GOV

Address

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Direct Hire Authority

1600 Clifton Rd

Atlanta, GA 30333

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. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).

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.

  • Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete Application Package which includes the following. Note: All documents must be in English.

  1. Resume - Must reflect name, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (month/year) of employment and duties performed.

Current/former Federal employee:

  • Must reflect pay plan, series and grade, ie, GS-0301-9.

Dos and Don'ts:

  • www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/
  • www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-leave-out/

Cover Letter is optional.

  1. Transcripts (if applicable) - You may submit an unofficial transcript. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected.

  2. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):

  3. Supporting documentation ie, Reduction in Force (RIF) notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND most recent:

  4. Current annual performance appraisal
  5. SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)

  6. Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (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. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.

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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How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 09/30/2024, of this 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 résumé 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.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application 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.

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/.

If you are unable to apply online
  • Applicants external to CDC - Contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV.
  • Applicants internal to CDC - Contact the OHR Service Desk.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.

To view the questionnaire, click on the following link:

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12428301

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Agency contact information

CDC HELPDESK

Phone

(770) 488-1725

Email

HRCS@CDC.GOV

Address

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Direct Hire Authority

1600 Clifton Rd

Atlanta, GA 30333

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. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).

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.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

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Overview

  • Accepting applications
  • Open & closing dates

05/28/2024 to 09/30/2024

  • Salary

$49,025 - $186,854 per year

Salary listed is Rest of U.S. and will be adjusted to reflect location after selection.

  • Pay scale & grade

GS 7 - 15

  • Locations
  • Anchorage, AK

  • Los Angeles, CA

  • San Diego, CA

  • San Francisco, CA

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  • Denver, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO

  • Washington, DC

  • Miami, FL

  • Atlanta, GA

  • Honolulu, HI

  • Chicago, IL

  • Boston, MA

  • Hyattsville, MD

  • Detroit, MI

  • Minneapolis, MN

  • Triangle, NC

  • Newark, NJ

  • New York, NY

  • Cincinnati, OH

  • Philadelphia, PA

  • Pittsburgh, PA

  • San Juan, PR

  • Dallas, TX

  • El Paso, TX

  • Houston, TX

  • Seattle, WA

  • Spokane, WA

  • Morgantown, WV

  • 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

Multiple Appointment Types

  • Work schedule

Multiple Schedules

  • Service

Competitive

  • Promotion potential

00 - Contingent - Promotion potential will be based on the position to which appointed.

  • Job family (Series)

0601 General Health Science

  • Supervisory status

No

  • Security clearance

Not Required

  • Drug test

No

  • Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)

  • Trust determination process

Credentialing

Suitability/Fitness

  • Announcement number

HHS-CDC-DMI-DH-24-12428301

  • Control number

793085800

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/793085800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.



Web Reference : AJF/722760254-419
Posted Date : Sat, 15 Jun 2024

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