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Position Title
Public Health Analyst
Agency
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Announcement Number
HHS-CDC-OD-19-10445741 Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, March 12, 2019 to Tuesday, December 31, 2019
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,

• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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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:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,

• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. (USAJOBS Help Center-ICTAP)

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?

If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities Resources.
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Preferences
1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
3. The following is a list of areas of experience. Select the areas in which you have expertise. The experience you select will determine the types of positions for which you will be considered. You should select only the specialties for which you have direct work experience. The specialties you select and your resume/application will be reviewed against the requirements for specific positions as they become available. Check all that apply. (limit characters)
4. I can converse on public health issues in the following foreign languages. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Public Health Analyst position with the Federal government (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your highest level of experience which meets the Qualification Requirements for Public Health Analyst, GS-685-12/13/14.
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Review and assess the effectiveness of current public health policies and determines where new or changes in policies are required to effectively execute public health programs, missions and functions. (limit characters)
3. Analyze existing or proposed systems, strategies, services, or other health-related matters for long-range implementation and administration of the public health program. (limit characters)
4. Compare and contrast current and proposed policies to formulate strategies for addressing conflicting or duplicate policies across the organization. (limit characters)
5. Evaluate content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon public health programs and resources. (limit characters)
6. Inventory, track, summarize, and/or disseminate critical public information and progress reports regarding public health initiatives and changes to the public and internal/external constituents. (limit characters)
7. Review, evaluate, survey, and/or improve public health programs operations to promote public health initiatives/programs. (limit characters)
8. Compile qualitative and quantitative information and data for use in program decision making. (limit characters)
9. Evaluate content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon public health programs and resources. (limit characters)
10. Provide advice, analysis and assistance in the development, formulation, and execution of a public health program budget. (limit characters)
11. Manage allocated resources and monitors expenditures and estimates resource requirements. (limit characters)
12. Manage grants, cooperative agreements, contracts and other awards including initiation, statements of work, cost estimates, technical evaluation factors, requests for proposals, award, monitoring, evaluation, coordination, and close-out. (limit characters)
13. Serve as project officer for grants and cooperative agreements by reviewing and approving applications, proposed revisions, or supplemental requests. (limit characters)
14. Research, gather, compile and produce materials for use in briefings, meetings, and hearings, as well as for speeches, presentations, and other products describing public health issues. (limit characters)
15. Prepare written recommendations for legislation surrounding public health programs. (limit characters)
16. Prepare written reviews of public health activities to include recommendations on curtailing or expanding programs and program effectiveness. (limit characters)
17. Identifies funding resources and write applications for grants, contracts, or inter-agency agreements. (limit characters)
18. Deliver presentations on technical or managerial findings and issues to senior staff, professional conferences, or other decision-making bodies. (limit characters)
19. Presents public health information to high level audiences of (domestic, national, and/or foreign governments) in response to new and/or changing public health program activities. (limit characters)
20. Provides technical advice and assistance in managing and evaluating grants, cooperative agreements, contracts and other awards. (limit characters)
21. Converse within a variety of cultural contexts and to various audiences, including senior officials within the United States and/or host country government. (limit characters)
22. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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