Program Specialist

Summary

Thank you for your interest in this position. We are not accepting applications through this announcement, NIH-GR-FA-24-12525389.We will only accept applications through announcement numbers (Public) NIH-GR-DE-24-12525690 and (Status) NIH-GR-MP-24-12525689. Please see the Duties Section of this announcement for upcoming vacancy announcement open periods and additional application information.

This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Family of overseas employees
  
  Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
  
  Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
  
  Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Foreign nationals or legal permanent residents are not eligible for consideration. This job is also open to USPHS Commissioned Corps Officers and Call-To-Active Duty (CAD) Candidates.

Duties

We will only accept applications through announcement numbers (Public) NIH-GR-DE-24-12525690 and (Status) NIH-GR-MP-24-12525689, unless the applicant cut-off (200 applications) is reached. The announcements will close at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on September 13, or the day the 200th application is received, whichever comes first. You are encouraged to apply on the first day, if interested in this position.

The following are duties for this position:

As a GS-0301-12 Program Specialist your duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Developing and implementing comprehensive plans and strategies for the internal and external integration of day-to-day and long-range projects, actions and activities.
• Analyzing and evaluating, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives and analyzing program performance data to identify issues and make recommendations for improvement.
• Extrapolating from existing methods and procedures to future requirements in developing timely and executable plans of action and providing recommendations and advice. Actions may cross multi-functional and/or organizational lines, and may require extensive coordination.
• Planning and developing, maintaining, and monitoring integrated reporting systems and communicating information to management for the effective evaluation of program operations and performance.
• Researching and/or analyzing unstable or complex program issues.
• Participating in inter- and/or intra-agency meetings and obtaining cooperation and agreement on program or administrative issues.
• Developing recommendations and policies and preparing and issuing procedures and guidelines for implementation of program or administrative policies, delegations, and requirements.

The incumbent is under closer supervision and receives more detailed instructions at the GS-09 and GS-11 levels. As the incumbent progresses, the amount of supervision will gradually be reduced. This position has a full performance level of GS-12.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

See vacancy announcements during the open period for position requirements.

Qualifications

See vacancy announcements during the open period for qualification requirements.

Education

See vacancy announcements during the open period for education requirements.

Additional information

• We are not collecting applications through this posting.
• PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply through vacancy announcement numbers (Public) NIH-GR-DE-24-12525690 and (Status) NIH-GR-MP-24-12525689 to receive consideration.
• Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
• Visit our Total Compensationpage and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.
• If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire.

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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.

See vacancy announcements during the open period for how you will be evaluated.

• Benefits
  
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  Review our 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.
  
  See vacancy announcements during the open period for required documentation.
  
  
  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
  
  Thank you for your interest in this position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement numbers NIH-GR-DE-24-12525690 and NIH-GR-MP-24-12525689.
  
  To apply to these positions, please log into your USAJOBS account and go to Public - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806351600 and/or Federal - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806352000 between 9/8/2024 - 9/13/2024, to submit your application. Please read and follow all instructions in the announcement, complete the online application, and submit the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section no later than the closing date or the day the 200th application is received, whichever comes first.
  
  NIH's EEO and Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement
  
  Visit the NIH's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion site for information on NIH's EEO program, Reasonable accommodation procedures, laws, policy statements, and the operation of the EEO complaint process.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Tammie Williams
  
  Phone
  
  301-480-6943
  
  Email
  
  williamstaml@mail.nih.gov
  
  Address
  
  National Institutes of Health
  
  6701 Rockledge Drive
  
  Bethesda, MD 20892
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  If interested, we encourage you to apply during the opening period 9/09/2024 - 09/13//2024.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

See vacancy announcements during the open period for required documentation.


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

Thank you for your interest in this position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement numbers NIH-GR-DE-24-12525690 and NIH-GR-MP-24-12525689.

To apply to these positions, please log into your USAJOBS account and go to Public - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806351600 and/or Federal - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806352000 between 9/8/2024 - 9/13/2024, to submit your application. Please read and follow all instructions in the announcement, complete the online application, and submit the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section no later than the closing date or the day the 200th application is received, whichever comes first.

NIH's EEO and Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement

Visit the NIH's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion site for information on NIH's EEO program, Reasonable accommodation procedures, laws, policy statements, and the operation of the EEO complaint process.

Agency contact information

Tammie Williams

Phone

301-480-6943

Email

williamstaml@mail.nih.gov

Address

National Institutes of Health

6701 Rockledge Drive

Bethesda, MD 20892

US

Next steps

If interested, we encourage you to apply during the opening period 9/09/2024 - 09/13//2024.

Fair & Transparent

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

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