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Position Title
Supervisory Public Health Analyst
Agency
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Announcement Number
HHS-SAMHSA-MP-24-12140399 Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, October 2, 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. 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)
6. 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)
7. 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)
8. 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)
9. 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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10. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you:
  • recently separated (within the past 3 years)
  • are a disabled veteran
  • served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition OR
  • received an Armed Forces Service Medal
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. If claiming disability preference, 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)
Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and meets the minimum qualification requirements for Public Health Analyst GS-0685-15 grade level.
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For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best 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)
2. Develop strategic and other long-term plans for substance abuse treatment and prevention programs.
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3. Write substance abuse prevention and treatment policies for program development.
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4. Supervise and resource management involving major decisions and actions which have a direct and substantial effect on the organizations and programs managed.
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5. Defend highly controversial decisions in determining the assignment of programs and allocation of resources among components and in the development of policies, plans and program initiatives.
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6. Provide consultation and advice to senior leadership on a broad range of issues related to strategic planning in public health.
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7. Planning of programs, the development and implementation of programs and policies, and the analysis of legislative and policy issues.
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8. Implementation of substance abuse treatment and prevention programs.
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9. Manage effect of all segments of a substance abuse prevention and treatment community as part of a public health system.
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10. Develop policy justifications encompassing complex multi-faceted issues.
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11. Prepare written materials (e.g. speeches, talking points, papers, website information) for use in publications for the public.
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12. Prepare briefing memos or reports on specific public health programs based on requests from management.
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13. Collaborate with senior staff to prepare issue papers, briefing documents, and program proposals.
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14. Analyze financial data for organizational components to ensure they are within budgetary plans and limits.
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15. Interpret and assess the impact of new and revised legislation on budget execution or budget formulation activities.
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16. Develop budget policies and procedures for an organization.
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17. Assist in budget planning for a public health program.
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18. Plan, direct, and supervise the work of professional support staff within the public health field.
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19. Plan, schedule, and coordinate work operations, balance workload among subordinate staff, and initiating requests to justify the purchase of necessary supplies and equipment.
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20. Review completed work to ensure adequacy, accuracy, and completeness of work, and fulfillment of overall objectives.
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21. Support Equal employment Opportunity programs by taking supervisory and administrative actions that ensure the equal treatment of employees and facilities and enhances the recruitment, career development, and advancement opportunities of minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
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