- Position Title
- Child Care Program Specialist
- Agency
- Administration for Children and Families
- Announcement Number
- HHS-ACF-DE-18-10291427 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, October 10, 2018 to Tuesday, October 23, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the Department of Health and Human Services? If yes, confirm:
• You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• Your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy AND
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center page (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ctap/).
• You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• Your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy AND
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center page (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ctap/).
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/)
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/)
Assessment 1
1.
Select the one statement below that best describes your education and/or experience to meet the basic requirement for a position in the Social Science Series, 0101.
2.
Do you have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or higher in the Federal service that included: providing expertise on social welfare systems that govern nationwide or statewide child care programs child abuse and neglect systems, and/or criminal justice systems that govern criminal and child abuse/neglect background checks at the State and Federal levels; interpreting laws, policies, and practices applicable to the administration of child care and partner programs and/or criminal justice system; providing technical guidance and; analyzing and preparing written summaries or comments on information and data?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Interpret laws, policies, and practices applicable to the administration of child care programs and partner programs and/or criminal justice system.
4.
Use a variety of resources to problem-solve and develop innovative and viable options for addressing complex problems/issues.
5.
Provide technical guidance related to child care, child abuse and neglect, and related programs and/or criminal justice programs.
6.
Serve as a team leader and/or member on a variety of administrative and programmatic activities.
7.
Coordinate with other team members to obtain and provide clarifications, resolve issues, and achieve project goals.
8.
Provide, coordinate, and oversee technical assistance to States, Territories, and Tribes, or other similar entities.
9.
Track relevant activities and developments in: Congress, the Administration, and other government programs; apprise team members; and lead discussions regarding implications for specific initiatives.
10.
Perform cross-functional tasks to support work across programs.
11.
Research, analyze, and draft comments and recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulations, and policies.
12.
Identify and analyze statutory, regulatory, and policy issues.
13.
Review and analyze documents and materials that are technical in nature.
14.
Analyze summaries or comments on information and data and inform team members regarding implications for specific initiatives.
15.
Develop regulations, program instructions, and guidelines.
16.
Prepare written summaries or comments on information and data.
17.
Develop technical, policy, and programmatic responses to complex issues raised by a variety of stakeholders.
18.
Prepare briefing materials for hearings, presentations, and other purpose.
19.
Partner with stakeholders in other sectors and industries.
20.
Collaborate with other staff and contractors in the development of resources and products.
21.
Coordinate, consult, and build relationships with government officials and staff and other entities.
22.
Communicate with government officials on program or policy issues.
23.
Provide presentations at meetings, institutes and conferences.