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Position Title
Student Extern
Agency
Indian Health Service
Announcement Number
IHS-21-GR-10944684-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, November 2, 2020 to Thursday, December 31, 2020
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
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
  • 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.
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.
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3. Are you a recipient of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) Health Profession Scholarship authorized under Public Law 94-437?
If yes, confirm:
  1. You have completed or will be completing the requirements of the approved health profession program within the established timeframe
  2. Meet all eligibility criteria
  3. Entitled to a one-time priority referral/selection to fulfill their obligation to provide public service
You will be required to submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are pending completion of a health profession degree submit a copy of your transcripts and written proof from the education institution's registrar which provides the date for completing the professional program.
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4. Are you an American Indian/Alaska Native who is enrolled in a federally recognized tribe as defined by the Secretary of Interior? The Indian Health Service gives qualified American Indian/Alaska Natives preference when filling vacancies in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472), with approved exceptions.

If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
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5. 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
  • 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.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP 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.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
3. This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been arrested for or charged with certain crimes involving a child. Responding yes to this question can make you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been arrested for or charged with a crime involving a child? (limit characters)
4. This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes against persons or offenses committed against children. Responding yes to this question makes you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere (no contest) or guilty to, any felonious offense, or any two or more misdemeanor offenses under federal, state, or tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution; or crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children? (limit characters)
5. I certify that (1) my responses to questions one and two are made under penalty of perjury, which is punishable by fine under title 18 of the United States Code, or imprisonment of not more than five years, or both; and (2) I have received notice that a criminal check will be conducted. I understand my right to obtain a copy of any criminal history report made available to the Indian Health Service and my right to challenge the accuracy and completeness of any information contained in the report. (limit characters)
6. Select your FIRST preferred location choice to work in within the Indian Health Service.
Your response to this question will be used to identify the top Area(s) in which you wish to receive consideration for placement.
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7. Select your SECOND preferred location choice to work in within the Indian Health Service.
Your response to this question will be used to identify the top Area(s) in which you wish to receive consideration for placement.
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Assessment 1
INSTRUCTIONS: Salary is based on experience and the number of completed semester hours in your academic program according to PersonnelStandards, rules and regulations. The ratings listed below are proposed grade levels based on the number of credit hours completed. The humanresources office responsible for the extern position will determine your grade level. Transcripts must be provided during the online application
process. The following questions allow us to determine your grade placement within the Indian Health Service Extern program.
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1. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GS-0699-3 From the list below select the appropriate response that applies to the level of education you've attained. (limit characters)
2. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GS-0699-4 From the list below select the appropriate response that applies to the level of education you've attained. (limit characters)
3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GS-0699-5 From the list below select the appropriate response that applies to the level of education you've attained. (limit characters)
4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GS-0699-7 From the list below select the appropriate response that applies to the level of education you've attained. (limit characters)
5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GS-0699-9 From the list below select the appropriate response that applies to the level of education you've attained. (limit characters)
6. From the list below identify your current Grade Point Average (GPA). (limit characters)
7. From the following list, select the response that best describes your status as an IHS Scholarship Recipient.  (limit characters)
8. From the following list of eligible programs, select the health professions program that you are currently enrolled in. (limit characters)
9. 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. (limit characters)