- Position Title
- Interdisciplinary
- Agency
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Announcement Number
- HHS-SAMHSA-DE-23-12128006 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 22, 2023 to Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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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/)
4.
In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment.
Preferences
1.
Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
2.
Are you an HHS employee in a Bargaining Unit (such as the National Treasury Employees Union)
Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these requirements you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents.
This is a multidisciplinary position that can be filled by any of the three series listed below. Applicants must meet the basic positive education/experience requirements for at least one of the series. Unofficial transcripts are required as part of a complete application package.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for an Interdisciplinary, GS-0405-14 (Pharmacology series).
2.
From the descriptions below, select the one response which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for an Interdisciplinary, GS-0415-14 (Toxicology series).
3.
From the descriptions below, select the one response which best describes your education and/or experience that meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for an Interdisciplinary, GS-1320-14 (Chemistry series).
4.
In addition to meeting at least one of the basic education/experience requirements above, in order to qualify for this GS-14 Interdisciplinary position, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the federal service in ALL of the following:
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that most accurately describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answers to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Develop policies and procedures for Drug-Free Workplace Program and drug testing.
6.
Evaluate policies and procedures for drug testing certification programs.
7.
Provide technical advice on implementing Drug-Free Workplace Program.
8.
Provide direction in the planning, development and/or execution of Drug-Free Workplace Programs.
9.
Ensure that management of drug testing programs comply with the organization's goals and objectives.
10.
Review draft documents related to the administration of regulatory and policy.
11.
Compare current and/or proposed policies to understand the impact on workplace drug testing programs.
12.
Determine policy concerning programs directly associated with certification of drug testing to ensure alignment with program requirements.
13.
Develop legislation or policy proposals to address program needs.
14.
Develop policies and guidelines to address problem areas identified by program data.
15.
Ensure that program activities and procedures comply with legislation, regulations, and policies requirements.
16.
Conduct analyses of the quality and performance of policies relevant to substance use programs.
17.
Write scientific or technical reports for use by others.
18.
Write briefings on substance use prevention policies or programs.
19.
Prepare written materials, briefings and presentations for a variety of audiences.
20.
Develop and present briefings to stakeholders on findings or issues relevant to substance use prevention and initiatives.
21.
Conduct briefing or presentations on substance use prevention programs to help keep program participants and stakeholders abreast of current information.
22.
Conduct briefings on substance use prevention policies or programs.
23.
Develop and maintain partnerships with state, local or non-governmental organizations relevant to workplace drug testing programs.
24.
Develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective exchange of ideas, suggestions, or information.
25.
Represent an agency or organization at meetings involving prescription drug use.
26.
Coordinate and facilitate collaborations across various federal, state or local entities to implement and manage strategies and initiatives.