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Position Title: Public Health Advisor
Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Announcement Number: HHS-CDC-RG-23-11793358 Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, January 23, 2023 to Sunday, February 5, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) - Are you a current employee of the Health and Human Services (HHS) who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service? If yes, confirm you meet all the following requirements:

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;
Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal, AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).

A. Yes

B. No

3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) - Are you a current or former federal employee who meets the definition of displaced from a position in the competitive service from a Federal agency outside of Health and Human Services (HHS)? If yes, confirm you meet all the following requirements:

You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
Your grade is/was equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy;
Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent;
It has been less than a year from your separation from Federal service

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal, AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).

A. Yes

B. No

4. Public Health Associate Program (PHAP) - Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program?
Note: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply.

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.

For more information, review CDC - Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

2. Are you a Current or Former Political Appointee?

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 the Federal Service.

You must submit your SF-50 reflecting appointment as a Current or Former Political Appointee.

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in a Public Health Advisor (PHAP) position with the Federal government.

1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Minimum Qualification Requirements for the CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates, GS-0685-Grade 5.

A. I have successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree within the past 2 years.

B. I will have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university by July 31, 2023.

C. I do not possess the education requirement described for this position.

For each of the following questions, please select the one response that most accurately reflects your knowledge, skill, or ability..

2. Gain the trust of others by taking responsibility for your own actions.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have raised unethical conduct issues to supervisors or managers.

C. I have maintained confidentiality regardless of pressure from others.

D. I have contributed to the development of policies or mechanisms designed to prevent or detect unethical behavior.

E. I have asked questions for clarification when dealing with unethical conduct issues.

3. Gain the trust of others by being honest.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I gain an understanding of the organization's standards of ethical conduct.

C. I apply appropriate ethical concepts and standards in basic situations.

D. I identify unethical behavior and bring issues to the attention of a supervisor.

E. I follow through on all work-related commitments and agreements.

4. Provide assistance to internal and/or external customers.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have responded to customer requests in a timely manner.

C. I have listened to others describe customer concerns they have handled.

D. I have worked with customers to develop realistic objectives or timeframes.

E. I have gathered information on reported customer issues.

5. Develop partnerships with internal and/or external customers through various types of collaboration.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have familiarized myself with the best practices to follow when developing partnerships and collaborations by reading manuals or training program guides.

C. I have developed internal partnerships to achieve mutual goals.

D. I have worked with my supervisor to develop partnerships and collaborations with internal team members for assigned projects.

E. I have received some education or training on the best practices to follow when developing partnerships and collaborations.

6. Maintain relationships throughout the lifecycle of a project or activity.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have completed tasks as assigned to facilitate the management of relationships throughout the lifecycle of public health projects and activities.

C. I have familiarized myself with the best practices to follow when managing relationships throughout the lifecycle of a project or activity by reading manuals or training program guides.

D. I have assisted senior staff in managing relationships throughout the lifecycle of assigned public health projects and activities.

E. I have received some education or training on the best practices to follow when managing relationships throughout the lifecycle of a project or activity.

7. Deliver clear, effective communication in an organizational setting.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have kept managers and co-workers informed of the status of projects and activities.

C. I only communicate with others when I am confident in my understanding of the topic.

D. I have gathered information from others to better understand how to communicate.

E. I have communicated with a group of individuals in a public setting to provide information on specific problems, programs, or functions.

8. Communicate with internal and/or external customers to gain an understanding of expectations and needs of an assignment.

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have kept managers and co-workers informed of the status of projects and activities.

C. I only communicate with others when I am confident in my understanding of the topic.

D. I have gathered information from others to better understand how to communicate.

E. I have communicated with a group of individuals in a public setting to provide information on specific problems, programs, or functions.

9. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Minimum Qualification Requirements for the CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates, GS-0685-Grade 7.

A. I have completed 1 full year of graduate level education in a subject area related to the position being filled; within the past 2 years.

B. I have Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.) in one or more of the following: (1) Class Standing - Rank in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university, or major subdivision; (2) Grade-Point Average (GPA) - cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on 4years of education, or courses completed in the last 2 years of the curriculum; (3) GPA 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for all courses in your major field of study, or required courses in your major completed in the last two years of the curriculum; or (4) Membership in a National Honor Society Association of College Honor Societies (other than freshman honor societies).

C. I will have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university by July 31, 2023

D. I do not possess the education requirement described for this position.

10. Which of the following best describes your experience gaining the trust of others by taking responsibility for your own actions and telling the truth?

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have raised unethical conduct issues to supervisors or managers.

C. I have maintained confidentiality regardless of pressure from others.

D. I have contributed to the development of policies or mechanisms designed to prevent or detect unethical behavior.

E. I have asked questions for clarification when dealing with unethical conduct issues.

11. Which of the following best describes your experience delivering clear, effective communication in an organizational setting?

A. I have no experience in this area.

B. I have kept managers and co-workers informed of the status of projects and activities.

C. I only communicate with others when I am confident in my understanding of the topic.

D. I have gathered information from others to better understand how to communicate.

E. I have communicated with a group of individuals in a public setting to provide information on specific problems, programs, or functions.

12. 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.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify/understand the information provided above.

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