Senior Advisor for External Affairs
Summary
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Duties
The Senior Level (SL) system is for positions classified above GS-15 that do not meet the criteria for the Senior Executive Service (SES), nor do they involve the fundamental research and development responsibilities that are characteristic of the Scientific or Professional (ST) system.
This SL position is with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Immediate Office of the Director (IOD), Deputy Director for Policy, Communication, and Legislative Affairs (DDPCLA), Washington, D.C.
As Senior Advisor for External Affairs, you will:
- plan, develop and implement agency policies and strategies related to external affairs, ensuring an opportunity for CDC leaders to contribute to such efforts;
- provide leadership for the agency in several program areas with special intergovernmental focus, facilitating CDC responsiveness, and promoting understanding of agency goals;
- collaborate across the agency to integrate external affairs with congressional affairs, communications, policy and other strategic functions;
- research and evaluate key public health policies, procedures, and guidelines to advise and to meet specific external affairs needs in coordination with relevant senior leaders.
- ensure effectiveness of policy review and evaluation of intergovernmental and external affairs;
- represent CDC senior leadership with the private sector, officials of other federal agencies, officials of state, tribal, territorial, and local governments, and nongovernmental organizations;
- serve as a liaison with policy-level officials to ensure respective views and interests are promoted with respect to current and emerging policy issues;
- serve as a liaison in strengthening relationships and collaborations across CDC with governors and their key officials, county and city officials, and others on the effect of national goals of health and human services.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
- All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
- One year probationary period may be required.
- This position requires completion of a public financial disclosure report.
- Drug screening required.
- Relocation incentive may be authorized.
- Background and/or Security Investigation required, if selected for position.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at a level related to the work of this position that has provided candidates with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and professional technical qualifications (PTQs) to successfully perform the duties of the position to include leading, directing, and managing a large public health program, such as scientific, public health, academic, non-governmental or other organization, while providing technical assistance to internal and external partners on matters relating to the improvement of their public health policies and activities. Applicants must have experience across various organization types such as Congress, executive branch agencies, and non-governmental organizations.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following KSAs, PTQs, and other characteristics. A narrative response is not required separately for the qualification statements but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate your level of experience and qualifications for the position.
- Senior level experience providing guidance on an agency's external affairs including engagement with Congress and coordination of federal and state level health initiatives.
- Ability to develop and implement plans to ensure effective external affairs engagements for a large public health organization as demonstrated by experience managing coalitions, developing and advancing policy proposals, and providing expert guidance to senior leaders.
- Experience serving as a liaison with policy officials to ensure respective views and interests are promoted with respect to current and emerging policy issues affecting external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with high-level government officials, state, tribal, territorial, and local government officials and nongovernmental groups.
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Salary for SL positions varies depending on qualifications. The annual salary range is at the beginning of this announcement. This position may be eligible for performance bonuses and performance-based pay adjustments.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT/FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
CDC Financial Disclosure: HHS fosters a work environment committed to government ethics. Through its ethics program, HHS seeks to prevent conflicts of interest on the part of executive branch employees. A conflict-free HHS allows its public servants to make impartial decisions based on the interests of the public when carrying out governmental responsibilities, to serve as good stewards of public resources, and to loyally adhere to the Constitution and laws of the United States. As an executive branch employee, you will be subject to the Standards of Ethical Conduct and the criminal conflict of interest statutes. An introduction to federal ethics will be available during orientation. You must complete the remainder of your initial ethics training during your first three months at HHS. Further details on this will be provided during orientation.
You might be required to a file a public or confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of your appointment. You will receive formal notification if a disclosure report is required. This can require information such as recent sources of income, financial interests you hold, and outside activities you participate in, as well as similar information from a spouse or any dependent children. If you have questions, please contact the Deputy Ethics Counselor or Ethics Coordinator for your office, which you can find here: https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/ogc/contact-ogc/agency-deputy-ethics-counselors-and-ethics-coordinators/index.html
Security and Background Requirements
If you have not previously completed a background security investigation, one will be required. Appointment will be subject to 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 might be required at a later time. All information concerning your qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation can be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate disciplinary action.
E-Verify: If selected for this position, the documentation 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 you to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. HHS is an E-Verify Participant.
Public Health Service (PHS) officers Qualifying active-duty PHS officers interested in performing the duties of this position while remaining active-duty or separating may apply online to this announcement to be referred accordingly. Please provide required documents accordingly as listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.
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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.
Your resume with no more than five (5) numbered pages is recommended.
Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your application and responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this position. After reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, if 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.
A multi-step process is used to evaluate and refer applicants:
1. Minimum requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be rated "not qualified" if you do not possess the qualification requirements for the position. If your application is incomplete, you may be found "ineligible".
2. Rating: A panel of subject matter experts will review your application and evaluate your qualifications for this position based on the information in your application. Your application will be rated, based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position.
3.Referral: After review by the rating panel and you are determined among the best qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selecting official for consideration and possible interview.
Your supporting documents are an integral part of the process for determining your qualifications for the position. If your responses are not supported by your resume, you will be eliminated from consideration. Incomplete or late applications will not receive further consideration.
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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.
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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.
You are required to submit a complete application package to be considered for the position:
1. Resume, recommended no more than five numbered pages including your full name, address, and phone number; education (College/University name, address, major of study, type and year of degree); work experience (Job title, employer's name and address, month and dates of employment, hours per week, salary, supervisor's name and phone number); evidence of experience which addresses the KSAs and PTQs; duties/responsibilities; other qualifications (job-related training courses, skills, certifications and licenses, honors, awards, and special accomplishments)
Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:- Classified or government sensitive information
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Photos of yourself
- Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
- Encrypted and digitally signed documents
Other supporting documents, if applicable:
Cover Letter (optional)
Current and Former Federal Employees Documentation - Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or equivalent personnel action form which shows your current grade and service status.
Veterans' Preference Documentation - If claiming veterans' preference as described for the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) of 1998, must submit a copy of your 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. For more information, view FedsHireVets
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) - e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) - For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Schedule A Eligibility Letter. For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp
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.
Former and present Peace Corps personnel may be considered. Peace Corps personnel are eligible for consideration if at least 36 months of continuous service have been completed, without a break in service of 3 days or more. Requirement is consistent with section 7(a) of the Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2506), which pertains to the appointment of Peace Corps staff (not volunteers) and is applicable within 3 years after separation from qualifying service with the Peace Corps. A copy of your SF-50 is required to support your request.
Peace Corps Volunteers may be considered. Executive Order 11103 provides eligibility for appointment in the competitive service for any person who is certified by the Director of the Peace Corps as having served satisfactorily as a Volunteer or Volunteer Leader under the Peace Corps Act and who passes such examination as the Office of Personnel Management may prescribe. -
Public Health Service (PHS) Officer Active Duty
Public Health Service (PHS) officers interested in performing the duties of this position as an active-duty PHS officer must provide a copy of your current duty station Personnel Order (PHS-7063). Please remove your SSN from any documents where listed before submission (if applicable). NOTE: If selected, the billet grade of this position will remain O6 unless you are temporarily promoted to a Flag grade officer by a Flag Board at Commissioned Corps Headquarters.
Public Health Service (PHS) Officer Separating Active-Duty
Public Health Service (PHS) officers interested in performing the duties of this position as a civilian must provide a copy of separation documentation confirming your separation effective date and the last day at the duty station. NOTE: PHS officers interested in applying for this position as a civilian must be separating from the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and eligible to start the position while on terminal leave, after their final day at their duty station.
For Resume and Application Tips, visit the USAJOBS Help Center
NOTE: 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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
This vacancy is also being announced concurrently with vacancy announcement HHS-CDC-SL-DE-24-12251972 under competitive procedures. Please review that announcement to see if you are eligible for consideration under competitive procedures. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.
AMENDMENT: This vacancy announcement is amended to extend the closing date to 02/06/2024.
Additionally, this vacancy is also being announced during 01/23/2024 - 02/06/2024 with the USA JOBS job opportunity announcement numbers as HHS-CDC-SL-MP-24-12282740 and HHS-CDC-SL-DE-24-12282741 for Atlanta, GA. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each job announcement of interest. There is only one vacancy with the duty location for Atlanta, GA or Washington DC.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/06/2024 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 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/.
- 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.
To view the questionnaire, click on the following link:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12240219Agency contact information
CDC HELPDESK
Address
CDC-IMMEDIATE OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
1600 Clifton Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30333
USNext steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Best qualified candidates may be referred for an interview and may be required to undergo a reference check. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.
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.
Required Documents
You are required to submit a complete application package to be considered for the position:
1. Resume, recommended no more than five numbered pages including your full name, address, and phone number; education (College/University name, address, major of study, type and year of degree); work experience (Job title, employer's name and address, month and dates of employment, hours per week, salary, supervisor's name and phone number); evidence of experience which addresses the KSAs and PTQs; duties/responsibilities; other qualifications (job-related training courses, skills, certifications and licenses, honors, awards, and special accomplishments)
Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:
- Classified or government sensitive information
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Photos of yourself
- Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
- Encrypted and digitally signed documents
Other supporting documents, if applicable:
Cover Letter (optional)
Current and Former Federal Employees Documentation - Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or equivalent personnel action form which shows your current grade and service status.
Veterans' Preference Documentation - If claiming veterans' preference as described for the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) of 1998, must submit a copy of your 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. For more information, view FedsHireVets
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) - e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) - For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Schedule A Eligibility Letter. For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp
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.
Former and present Peace Corps personnel may be considered. Peace Corps personnel are eligible for consideration if at least 36 months of continuous service have been completed, without a break in service of 3 days or more. Requirement is consistent with section 7(a) of the Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2506), which pertains to the appointment of Peace Corps staff (not volunteers) and is applicable within 3 years after separation from qualifying service with the Peace Corps. A copy of your SF-50 is required to support your request.
Peace Corps Volunteers may be considered. Executive Order 11103 provides eligibility for appointment in the competitive service for any person who is certified by the Director of the Peace Corps as having served satisfactorily as a Volunteer or Volunteer Leader under the Peace Corps Act and who passes such examination as the Office of Personnel Management may prescribe.
How to Apply
Public Health Service (PHS) Officer Active Duty
Public Health Service (PHS) officers interested in performing the duties of this position as an active-duty PHS officer must provide a copy of your current duty station Personnel Order (PHS-7063). Please remove your SSN from any documents where listed before submission (if applicable). NOTE: If selected, the billet grade of this position will remain O6 unless you are temporarily promoted to a Flag grade officer by a Flag Board at Commissioned Corps Headquarters.
Public Health Service (PHS) Officer Separating Active-Duty
Public Health Service (PHS) officers interested in performing the duties of this position as a civilian must provide a copy of separation documentation confirming your separation effective date and the last day at the duty station. NOTE: PHS officers interested in applying for this position as a civilian must be separating from the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and eligible to start the position while on terminal leave, after their final day at their duty station.
For Resume and Application Tips, visit the USAJOBS Help Center
NOTE: 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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
This vacancy is also being announced concurrently with vacancy announcement HHS-CDC-SL-DE-24-12251972 under competitive procedures. Please review that announcement to see if you are eligible for consideration under competitive procedures. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.
AMENDMENT: This vacancy announcement is amended to extend the closing date to 02/06/2024.
Additionally, this vacancy is also being announced during 01/23/2024 - 02/06/2024 with the USA JOBS job opportunity announcement numbers as HHS-CDC-SL-MP-24-12282740 and HHS-CDC-SL-DE-24-12282741 for Atlanta, GA. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each job announcement of interest. There is only one vacancy with the duty location for Atlanta, GA or Washington DC.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/06/2024 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 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/.
- 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.
To view the questionnaire, click on the following link:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12240219
Agency contact information
CDC HELPDESK
Address
CDC-IMMEDIATE OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR1600 Clifton Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30333
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Best qualified candidates may be referred for an interview and may be required to undergo a reference check. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.
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.
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