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Position Title
Interdisciplinary
Agency
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Announcement Number
HHS-SAMHSA-MP-23-12128007 Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, September 22, 2023 to Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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 veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you:
  • have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more OR
  • retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more
If eligible, 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 your service which includes character of service. Please also provide the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans) (limit characters)
3. 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/). (limit characters)
4. I am eligible for a non-competitive appointment based on my status as a military spouse.
  
 **Please note that you must submit documentation to support your eligibility.**
 
For more information, review the following link:

Certain Military Spouse Eligibility: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/military-spouses/ (limit characters)
5. Are you a current or former DoD employee who is/was employed at an Industrial Base Facility or the Major Range and Test Facilities Bases who:
 
  • Is/Was appointed initially under open competitive examination under subchapter I of chapter 33 of such title to the time-limited appointment;
  • Served under one or more time-limited appointments by a defense industrial base facility or the Major Range and Test Facilities Base for a period or periods totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years; and
  • Performance has been at an acceptable level of performance throughout the period(s), referred to in (2) above.
 
Are you a Former DoD employees may also apply for a position within two years after the most recent date of separation, and their most recent separation was for reasons other than misconduct or performance. 
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6. I meet one or more of the following requirements for a competitive appointment:
  1. Current or former Federal employee working in a permanent competitive service position;
  2. I am a preference eligible veteran or veteran separated from the armed forces after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions eligible under Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA).
 **Please note that you must submit documentation to support your eligibility.**
 
For more information, review the following link:
Veterans Resources: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans (limit characters)
7. 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. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/) (limit characters)
8. Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
  • was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; AND,
  • served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; AND,
  • performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; AND,
  • if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) and performance appraisal that demonstrates you meet the requirements outlined in the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act. (limit characters)
9. I meet one or more of the following requirements for a noncompetitive appointment:
  1. Current or former Federal employee who currently hold or previously held a Federal competitive position with promotion potential at or above the full performance level listed for this position;
  2. Peace Corps Volunteer or Vista member;
  3. Current Federal employee working in an excepted service position covered by an OPM Interchange Agreement;
  4. Foreign Service Employee
  5. Certain Former Overseas Employees
  6. Current Pathways student within the 120 day non-competitive conversion period.
 
 **Please note that you must submit documentation to support your eligibility.**
 
For more information, review the following links: (limit characters)
10. 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. (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/) (limit characters)
11. Are you a current United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Officer or a United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Officer candidate?

If yes:
  • For current active duty USPHS Commissioned Corps officers, submit a copy of your most recent personnel orders.
OR
  • For USPHS Commissioned Corps candidates, submit documentation from the Division of Commissioned Corps Personnel and Readiness (DCCPR) stating you have successfully completed the professional boarding process.
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12. 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. (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series. (limit characters)
2. Are you an HHS employee in a Bargaining Unit (such as the National Treasury Employees Union) (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
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).
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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).
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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).
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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:
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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. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Develop policies and procedures for Drug-Free Workplace Program and drug testing.
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6. Evaluate policies and procedures for drug testing certification programs.
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7. Provide technical advice on implementing Drug-Free Workplace Program.
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8. Provide direction in the planning, development and/or execution of Drug-Free Workplace Programs.
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9. Ensure that management of drug testing programs comply with the organization's goals and objectives.
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10. Review draft documents related to the administration of regulatory and policy.
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11. Compare current and/or proposed policies to understand the impact on workplace drug testing programs.
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12. Determine policy concerning programs directly associated with certification of drug testing to ensure alignment with program requirements.
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13. Develop legislation or policy proposals to address program needs.
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14. Develop policies and guidelines to address problem areas identified by program data.
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15. Ensure that program activities and procedures comply with legislation, regulations, and policies requirements.
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16. Conduct analyses of the quality and performance of policies relevant to substance use programs.
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17. Write scientific or technical reports for use by others.
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18. Write briefings on substance use prevention policies or programs.
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19. Prepare written materials, briefings and presentations for a variety of audiences.
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20. Develop and present briefings to stakeholders on findings or issues relevant to substance use prevention and initiatives.
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21. Conduct briefing or presentations on substance use prevention programs to help keep program participants and stakeholders abreast of current information.
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22. Conduct briefings on substance use prevention policies or programs.
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23. Develop and maintain partnerships with state, local or non-governmental organizations relevant to workplace drug testing programs.
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24. Develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective exchange of ideas, suggestions, or information.
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25. Represent an agency or organization at meetings involving prescription drug use.
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26. Coordinate and facilitate collaborations across various federal, state or local entities to implement and manage strategies and initiatives.
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