Our Mission
At New Leaders, we develop transformational, equity-minded school leaders and advance policies and practices that ensure high academic achievement for all children—especially students of color and students from communities with lower incomes.
Position Details
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will be based out of a home office located anywhere within the contiguous United States (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern time zones) or United States territories that fall within the Atlantic time zone.
Position Overview
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will deliver best-in-class in-person, hybrid, and virtual activations that directly engage a national network of educators to interact with the New Leaders brand, showcasing our reputation for equity and excellence, while leading with a collaborative approach that sets the standard for activations of significance and impact. The Director will analyze and track data to ensure alignment of content, optimize processes, understand patterns, and make better decisions for our alumni. The Director will understand promotional strategies to drive attendance across social and integrated media and form collaborative partnerships to seamlessly and cost-effectively integrate educators into the New Leaders Network. The Director will also be responsible for developing strong relationships and fostering collaboration with other New Leaders teams in the planning and execution of these events. The Director will ensure New Leaders delivers highly engaging, rich and rewarding experiences that amplify the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the organization.
The Director reports to the Executive Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact.
Specific Responsibilities
Alumni Relations
Create ongoing and regular opportunities for community building and support between and among New Leaders and alumni, including the development of both formal and informal supports, to meet leaders where they are and are most likely to seek connection, resources, and development.
Represent the organization at various community and/or organizational meetings, committees, third-party events and conferences, and task forces to promote new and existing programs, policies, and impact data.
Facilitate ongoing professional learning and coaching sessions – including point-in-time learning, series-based workshops, seminars, leadership coaching, and lectures – designed to help educational leaders actively learn how to best address challenges and implement solutions and learn from leaders in the field.
Design and institute a process to match alumni with local mentors to provide support, networking, and guidance around career trajectories.
To increase brand awareness, create and execute the content strategy and vision for the alumni newsletter to improve overall customer perception and satisfaction with New Leaders.
Institute a cadence of regular communication to alumni to encourage participation in upcoming events, highlight opportunities, provide certifications updates and requirements, share new products and services, and celebrate successes within the Alumni community.
Manage content updates, communications and engagement across the alumni network hub, website pages, and social media pages, developing and/or culling those materials as needed.
To increase brand awareness, elevate stories of impact from the alumni audience, identifying specific alum, schools, and school systems that can serve as exemplars of our programming, and working alongside External Relations teammates to identify appropriate distribution channels for impact stories (external and internal conferences, webinars, blogs, case studies).
Design and launch a referral rewards program and alumni-only programmatic pricing to incentivize active ambassadors and direct consumers across the alumni community.
Support alumni career development and placement activities.
Community and Strategic Engagement
Conceptualize, strategize, develop and test new community activation activities, benefits, and partnerships to deliver against the organization’s impact, scale, and sustainability objectives.
Manage cross-functional projects to implement community engagement initiatives.
Assess the impact of community engagement activities on Relationship Quality scores and referral/buying behavior.
Establish and maintain strategic alliances with key partners identifying potential in-roads and connections in service of the organization’s growth, placement opportunities, impact data, and revenue possibilities.
Team Collaboration
Model and inspire excellence, results-orientation, and what it means to be a team player.
Participate in strategic planning sessions; contributing to product ideation and content development processes; informing market research initiatives; and sharing relevant industry data as required.
Collaborate with colleagues on the External Relations Team to support cohesion in the overall team strategy in service of the organization’s goals around scale, impact, and sustainability.
Create and manage systems and tools that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and information within and across teams.
Data
Use data from the alumni survey and other sources, knowledge of local contexts, and insight into New Leaders expertise and priorities to identify the highest value-add possibilities for local alumni events.
Track competitive data, research industry best practices and emerging opportunities, to identify new engagement strategies and maintain competitive insights.
Use/implement a data system to track alumni’s impact, retention, and location data, tracking information from alumni as needed.
Define and evolve 'best-measurement' community engagement KPIs and leverage data-driven insights based on community, client and industry quantitative analysis, behaviors and trends
Manage the set up and execution as well as adjustments of the Relationship Quality Scoring System in HubSpot.
Events
Manage the development of a resource bank associated with events; for example, library of best practices, list of content currently available for alumni programming, communication models, project plan templates, etc.
Curate innovative, thought-provoking content for events that educates, attracts new partners, and engages target audiences.
Develop and implement strategies to elevate the brand profile of New Leaders’ events with key thought leaders, existing customers, and potential customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Experiences, and Competencies
Belief that every student, in every circumstance, can achieve the highest levels of academic excellence, and passionate commitment to New Leaders’ mission and vision.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 7 years of professional experience required.
Equity-driven with demonstrated ability to work well with people from a wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style.
3-5 years of experience leading professional development in an adult leadership setting preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in a school or educational setting preferred.
School leadership experience is a strong plus; principal experience preferred.
Proven record of success improving outcomes for all students by using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; and using a cycle of inquiry and action-research.
Proven record of success supporting adult learning around using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; using a cycle of inquiry and action-research; using data to set and monitor growth against individual and group goals; and leadership development.
Track record of distinguished success in educational and organizational leadership.
Experience teaching, coaching, and leading adults in a school-based setting.
Experience working successfully across geographies in a virtual space.
New Leaders Alumnus/Alumna preferred.
Exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks.
Knowledge and experience with Common Core or similar college-and-career-readiness standards.
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated strong personal leadership capability, including facilitating adult leaders, interpersonal relations, relationship building and management, and coaching, including building trust among adults and giving candid feedback to adults including engaging in difficult conversations.
Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Self-starter/self-manager with a learning orientation and ability to initiate work and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.
Strong leadership content knowledge such as personal leadership, instructional leadership, and school culture leadership.
Technology savvy for web-based instructional techniques and tools, computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Internet tools.
Familiarity with WYSIWYG website update platforms and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms preferred.
Familiarity with and connections to current local, state, and national education reform practices is a strong plus.
Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 40% aligned to New Leaders’ Travel and In-Person Activities policy.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours, as needed.
The salary range for new hires in this position is $83,000 – $99,000. Salaries vary based on geographical location. After submitting an application, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in the New Leaders Health Benefits and Wellness Program, through which New Leaders offers two robust medical plan options, dental care, vision, and other benefits. New Leaders also offers a 401K plan for eligible employees and generous paid-time-off benefits. Employees may be eligible for merit awards, bonuses, and/or commissions depending on the role, organizational guidelines, and individual performance. New Leaders also has a 4 ½ day work week.
New Leaders requires each employee to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination (i.e., at least two weeks have passed since the employee received the dose of a single-dose vaccine or the second dose of a two-dose vaccine with at least the minimum recommended interval between doses) or to obtain an approved exemption or reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources team within six weeks of their start date as a term and condition of employment.
New Leaders is an equal opportunity employer. New Leaders evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law in administration and operation of its Programs and activities, including admission or access thereto, or treatment or employment therein. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such status.
Jan 26, 2024
Full time
Our Mission
At New Leaders, we develop transformational, equity-minded school leaders and advance policies and practices that ensure high academic achievement for all children—especially students of color and students from communities with lower incomes.
Position Details
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will be based out of a home office located anywhere within the contiguous United States (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern time zones) or United States territories that fall within the Atlantic time zone.
Position Overview
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will deliver best-in-class in-person, hybrid, and virtual activations that directly engage a national network of educators to interact with the New Leaders brand, showcasing our reputation for equity and excellence, while leading with a collaborative approach that sets the standard for activations of significance and impact. The Director will analyze and track data to ensure alignment of content, optimize processes, understand patterns, and make better decisions for our alumni. The Director will understand promotional strategies to drive attendance across social and integrated media and form collaborative partnerships to seamlessly and cost-effectively integrate educators into the New Leaders Network. The Director will also be responsible for developing strong relationships and fostering collaboration with other New Leaders teams in the planning and execution of these events. The Director will ensure New Leaders delivers highly engaging, rich and rewarding experiences that amplify the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the organization.
The Director reports to the Executive Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact.
Specific Responsibilities
Alumni Relations
Create ongoing and regular opportunities for community building and support between and among New Leaders and alumni, including the development of both formal and informal supports, to meet leaders where they are and are most likely to seek connection, resources, and development.
Represent the organization at various community and/or organizational meetings, committees, third-party events and conferences, and task forces to promote new and existing programs, policies, and impact data.
Facilitate ongoing professional learning and coaching sessions – including point-in-time learning, series-based workshops, seminars, leadership coaching, and lectures – designed to help educational leaders actively learn how to best address challenges and implement solutions and learn from leaders in the field.
Design and institute a process to match alumni with local mentors to provide support, networking, and guidance around career trajectories.
To increase brand awareness, create and execute the content strategy and vision for the alumni newsletter to improve overall customer perception and satisfaction with New Leaders.
Institute a cadence of regular communication to alumni to encourage participation in upcoming events, highlight opportunities, provide certifications updates and requirements, share new products and services, and celebrate successes within the Alumni community.
Manage content updates, communications and engagement across the alumni network hub, website pages, and social media pages, developing and/or culling those materials as needed.
To increase brand awareness, elevate stories of impact from the alumni audience, identifying specific alum, schools, and school systems that can serve as exemplars of our programming, and working alongside External Relations teammates to identify appropriate distribution channels for impact stories (external and internal conferences, webinars, blogs, case studies).
Design and launch a referral rewards program and alumni-only programmatic pricing to incentivize active ambassadors and direct consumers across the alumni community.
Support alumni career development and placement activities.
Community and Strategic Engagement
Conceptualize, strategize, develop and test new community activation activities, benefits, and partnerships to deliver against the organization’s impact, scale, and sustainability objectives.
Manage cross-functional projects to implement community engagement initiatives.
Assess the impact of community engagement activities on Relationship Quality scores and referral/buying behavior.
Establish and maintain strategic alliances with key partners identifying potential in-roads and connections in service of the organization’s growth, placement opportunities, impact data, and revenue possibilities.
Team Collaboration
Model and inspire excellence, results-orientation, and what it means to be a team player.
Participate in strategic planning sessions; contributing to product ideation and content development processes; informing market research initiatives; and sharing relevant industry data as required.
Collaborate with colleagues on the External Relations Team to support cohesion in the overall team strategy in service of the organization’s goals around scale, impact, and sustainability.
Create and manage systems and tools that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and information within and across teams.
Data
Use data from the alumni survey and other sources, knowledge of local contexts, and insight into New Leaders expertise and priorities to identify the highest value-add possibilities for local alumni events.
Track competitive data, research industry best practices and emerging opportunities, to identify new engagement strategies and maintain competitive insights.
Use/implement a data system to track alumni’s impact, retention, and location data, tracking information from alumni as needed.
Define and evolve 'best-measurement' community engagement KPIs and leverage data-driven insights based on community, client and industry quantitative analysis, behaviors and trends
Manage the set up and execution as well as adjustments of the Relationship Quality Scoring System in HubSpot.
Events
Manage the development of a resource bank associated with events; for example, library of best practices, list of content currently available for alumni programming, communication models, project plan templates, etc.
Curate innovative, thought-provoking content for events that educates, attracts new partners, and engages target audiences.
Develop and implement strategies to elevate the brand profile of New Leaders’ events with key thought leaders, existing customers, and potential customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Experiences, and Competencies
Belief that every student, in every circumstance, can achieve the highest levels of academic excellence, and passionate commitment to New Leaders’ mission and vision.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 7 years of professional experience required.
Equity-driven with demonstrated ability to work well with people from a wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style.
3-5 years of experience leading professional development in an adult leadership setting preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in a school or educational setting preferred.
School leadership experience is a strong plus; principal experience preferred.
Proven record of success improving outcomes for all students by using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; and using a cycle of inquiry and action-research.
Proven record of success supporting adult learning around using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; using a cycle of inquiry and action-research; using data to set and monitor growth against individual and group goals; and leadership development.
Track record of distinguished success in educational and organizational leadership.
Experience teaching, coaching, and leading adults in a school-based setting.
Experience working successfully across geographies in a virtual space.
New Leaders Alumnus/Alumna preferred.
Exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks.
Knowledge and experience with Common Core or similar college-and-career-readiness standards.
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated strong personal leadership capability, including facilitating adult leaders, interpersonal relations, relationship building and management, and coaching, including building trust among adults and giving candid feedback to adults including engaging in difficult conversations.
Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Self-starter/self-manager with a learning orientation and ability to initiate work and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.
Strong leadership content knowledge such as personal leadership, instructional leadership, and school culture leadership.
Technology savvy for web-based instructional techniques and tools, computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Internet tools.
Familiarity with WYSIWYG website update platforms and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms preferred.
Familiarity with and connections to current local, state, and national education reform practices is a strong plus.
Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 40% aligned to New Leaders’ Travel and In-Person Activities policy.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours, as needed.
The salary range for new hires in this position is $83,000 – $99,000. Salaries vary based on geographical location. After submitting an application, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in the New Leaders Health Benefits and Wellness Program, through which New Leaders offers two robust medical plan options, dental care, vision, and other benefits. New Leaders also offers a 401K plan for eligible employees and generous paid-time-off benefits. Employees may be eligible for merit awards, bonuses, and/or commissions depending on the role, organizational guidelines, and individual performance. New Leaders also has a 4 ½ day work week.
New Leaders requires each employee to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination (i.e., at least two weeks have passed since the employee received the dose of a single-dose vaccine or the second dose of a two-dose vaccine with at least the minimum recommended interval between doses) or to obtain an approved exemption or reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources team within six weeks of their start date as a term and condition of employment.
New Leaders is an equal opportunity employer. New Leaders evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law in administration and operation of its Programs and activities, including admission or access thereto, or treatment or employment therein. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such status.
Application Deadline: 07/16/2023
Salary Range: $7,135 - $11,035
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization Program in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for an Immunization Section Manager (Public Health Manager 3) to administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position which is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Immunization Section Manager, you will administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team. In this position, you will set strategies and priorities, provide policy input to high-level state, federal and private policy makers on public health issues related to the population, and serve as an agency spokesperson. You will direct the development of policy papers, needs assessments, grant writing operations, reporting, resource distribution, contract oversight, supervision of a multi-disciplinary team and assures accountability of state/federal programs to the Oregon Health Authority and federal agencies. In addition, you will work with health systems, coalitions, and state agencies to accomplish Oregon State Health Improvement Plan and Key Performance Measures and Healthy People 2030 objectives. This position works on across-center program integration and partnership efforts in close coordination with the Center Administrator and Section Managers.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by visiting: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements: Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following areas:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation
OR ; three (3) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation ;
e) AND 45-48 quarter hours of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills:
Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration or closely related field is preferred.
Experience with public health, program management, community relations and public health administration.
Experience or working knowledge of the roles of public health in state and local government.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, incorporate community input, and implement programs and policies that further health equity.
Considerable leadership experience and demonstrated personnel management experience related to the motivation, management, direction, coordination, and review of the work of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Knowledge of budgeting, contracting, and financial management processes related to public health compliance and efficient use of resources.
Ability to facilitate Public Health’s emerging role in achieving health equity.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Immunization-Section-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-F---Portland--OR--Hybrid-_REQ-123535
Mar 30, 2023
Full time
Application Deadline: 07/16/2023
Salary Range: $7,135 - $11,035
Work Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Immunization Program in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for an Immunization Section Manager (Public Health Manager 3) to administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team.
This is a full-time, permanent, management services position which is not represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
What will you do?
As the Immunization Section Manager, you will administer and direct the Immunization Program in collaboration with the Immunization Management Team. In this position, you will set strategies and priorities, provide policy input to high-level state, federal and private policy makers on public health issues related to the population, and serve as an agency spokesperson. You will direct the development of policy papers, needs assessments, grant writing operations, reporting, resource distribution, contract oversight, supervision of a multi-disciplinary team and assures accountability of state/federal programs to the Oregon Health Authority and federal agencies. In addition, you will work with health systems, coalitions, and state agencies to accomplish Oregon State Health Improvement Plan and Key Performance Measures and Healthy People 2030 objectives. This position works on across-center program integration and partnership efforts in close coordination with the Center Administrator and Section Managers.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by visiting: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and Retirement plans
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements: Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following areas:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation
OR ; three (3) years of management experience in a public or private health environment or related environment, which included responsibility for each of the following:
a) development of program rules and policies,
b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans,
c) program evaluation,
d) budget preparation ;
e) AND 45-48 quarter hours of graduate level coursework in management.
Requested Skills:
Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration or closely related field is preferred.
Experience with public health, program management, community relations and public health administration.
Experience or working knowledge of the roles of public health in state and local government.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, incorporate community input, and implement programs and policies that further health equity.
Considerable leadership experience and demonstrated personnel management experience related to the motivation, management, direction, coordination, and review of the work of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Knowledge of budgeting, contracting, and financial management processes related to public health compliance and efficient use of resources.
Ability to facilitate Public Health’s emerging role in achieving health equity.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
How to Apply
Please apply at the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/Immunization-Section-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-F---Portland--OR--Hybrid-_REQ-123535
MIT Blueprint Labs seeks an Assistant Director to lead its workforce and automation research portfolio. Blueprint Labs is an initiative at MIT that uses data and economics to uncover the consequences of policy decisions and improve society. Our scholars apply their unique expertise to pressing problems in education, healthcare, and the workforce. Our workforce initiatives currently focus on studying labor market inequalities and the impacts of automation on employment, productivity, and innovation (see previous work ). These projects have been covered by The New York Times , NPR Planet Money , The Economist , WGBH , and other national outlets.
The Assistant Director will work with Blueprint Co-director David Autor and Faculty Affiliate Daron Acemoglu to scale activities related to completing research, hiring, fundraising, reporting, and collaborating across MIT and with other universities. The Assistant Director will act as the day-to-day manager to Blueprint’s full-time staff of five research fellows and oversee its part-time undergraduate and graduate student researchers.
This is a highly independent position that works with other Blueprint staff, collaborators across MIT, the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), nonprofit and government organizations, and at affiliated universities.
The Assistant Director will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually (contingent on funding). An employment term of 3 years or longer is strongly preferred. The starting annual salary range is between $79,500-131,000, calculated based on experience.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**) :
1. Hiring, onboarding, and management: (30%)
Recruit and hire for research fellowship and support positions, including graduate RAs and post-docs. Work with Blueprint staff to draft and post new positions. Review resumes and conduct interviews
Onboard and support staff, conduct regular check-ins, provide feedback and resources for professional development
Meet regularly with senior faculty to determine project needs and provide support or new resources
Develop recommendations for operations and process improvements. Implements new systems to increase team efficiency and performance
Contribute to Blueprint’s collaborative and supportive team culture by organizing events and opportunities to recognize employee performance
2. Financial reporting and contracts: (20%)
Manage financial accounts, which includes gifts and grants. Analyze past expenses and forecast future spending. Allocate staff and spending to accounts and ensure funds are properly spent according to MIT and contract guidelines.
Facilitate contracts, data agreements, and memorandums of understanding between MIT or NBER and partners such government organizations and private companies. Duties include drafting agreements and negotiating terms with outside partners in conjunction with contract administrators
Interprets, implements, and ensures compliance with MIT policies and external guidelines around gifts, grants, and data agreements.
Ensure administrative processes run smoothly and effectively, documenting best practices and streamlining as needed
3. Communications: (20%)
Develop and implement a strategic plan for Blueprint’s workforce communications activities, including through events, media, and online presence
Summarize the research conducted and communicate the work to outside parties
Partner with external organizations and universities to organize regular research seminars, webinars, and an annual conference
Work with third parties to create a new website for workforce initiatives. Supervise branding process and web development for timely completion.
4. Physical space (20%)
Oversee the acquisition, renovation, and management of new office space on campus
5. Fundraising: (5%)
Compile, write, and submit financial and narrative reports to funders, including no cost extensions, adhering to reporting guidelines and requirements.
Liaise with stakeholders, including grant sponsors and prospective funders.
Seek new funding and prepare grant proposals in coordination with research team and grant administrators
Contributes to strategic planning and brainstorms new methods of funding
6. Research management (5%)
Maintaining servers in collaboration with MIT IT to ensure adequate storage and processing speed
Obtaining clearance for the use of sensitive data.
Onboarding research fellows to the secure data room at NBER.
Keeping track of DUA contracts and IRB protocols to ensure research compliance.
Other duties as needed or required.
Supervision Received:
This position reports to the Blueprint Executive Director. The Assistant Director will work closely with Faculty Co-Director David Autor and affiliate Daron Acemoglu, and in coordination with administrative leadership at MIT, specifically the Department of Economics, Foundation Relations, Research Administration Services, as well as NBER. This position receives minimal supervision.
Supervision Exercised:
Recruit, mentor and supervise 5 Blueprint fellows; oversee 2-3 graduate-level research assistants and 1-2 part-time undergraduate research assistants.
Qualifications & Skills:
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum four years of administration or operations experience and/or project/program management.
Candidates should have strong analytical, management, leadership, communications, writing, and presentation skills. Demonstrate confidence in communicating with executives and the public and exhibit professionalism and discretion.
Candidates should be strategic thinkers. Should be able to handle multiple projects at once, push forward external stakeholders, meet deadlines, and effectively manage time. Be comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field
Experience in an academic research setting, non-profit financial management, and high-level fundraising.
Experience with organizational operations duties, including hiring, budgeting and data management.
Advanced understanding of MIT practices, policies, and operating norms; as well as experience with SAPgui, Kuali Coeus, and Atlas.
Applications should be submitted via the MIT hiring site . This is job #21369.
Jun 08, 2022
Full time
MIT Blueprint Labs seeks an Assistant Director to lead its workforce and automation research portfolio. Blueprint Labs is an initiative at MIT that uses data and economics to uncover the consequences of policy decisions and improve society. Our scholars apply their unique expertise to pressing problems in education, healthcare, and the workforce. Our workforce initiatives currently focus on studying labor market inequalities and the impacts of automation on employment, productivity, and innovation (see previous work ). These projects have been covered by The New York Times , NPR Planet Money , The Economist , WGBH , and other national outlets.
The Assistant Director will work with Blueprint Co-director David Autor and Faculty Affiliate Daron Acemoglu to scale activities related to completing research, hiring, fundraising, reporting, and collaborating across MIT and with other universities. The Assistant Director will act as the day-to-day manager to Blueprint’s full-time staff of five research fellows and oversee its part-time undergraduate and graduate student researchers.
This is a highly independent position that works with other Blueprint staff, collaborators across MIT, the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), nonprofit and government organizations, and at affiliated universities.
The Assistant Director will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually (contingent on funding). An employment term of 3 years or longer is strongly preferred. The starting annual salary range is between $79,500-131,000, calculated based on experience.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**) :
1. Hiring, onboarding, and management: (30%)
Recruit and hire for research fellowship and support positions, including graduate RAs and post-docs. Work with Blueprint staff to draft and post new positions. Review resumes and conduct interviews
Onboard and support staff, conduct regular check-ins, provide feedback and resources for professional development
Meet regularly with senior faculty to determine project needs and provide support or new resources
Develop recommendations for operations and process improvements. Implements new systems to increase team efficiency and performance
Contribute to Blueprint’s collaborative and supportive team culture by organizing events and opportunities to recognize employee performance
2. Financial reporting and contracts: (20%)
Manage financial accounts, which includes gifts and grants. Analyze past expenses and forecast future spending. Allocate staff and spending to accounts and ensure funds are properly spent according to MIT and contract guidelines.
Facilitate contracts, data agreements, and memorandums of understanding between MIT or NBER and partners such government organizations and private companies. Duties include drafting agreements and negotiating terms with outside partners in conjunction with contract administrators
Interprets, implements, and ensures compliance with MIT policies and external guidelines around gifts, grants, and data agreements.
Ensure administrative processes run smoothly and effectively, documenting best practices and streamlining as needed
3. Communications: (20%)
Develop and implement a strategic plan for Blueprint’s workforce communications activities, including through events, media, and online presence
Summarize the research conducted and communicate the work to outside parties
Partner with external organizations and universities to organize regular research seminars, webinars, and an annual conference
Work with third parties to create a new website for workforce initiatives. Supervise branding process and web development for timely completion.
4. Physical space (20%)
Oversee the acquisition, renovation, and management of new office space on campus
5. Fundraising: (5%)
Compile, write, and submit financial and narrative reports to funders, including no cost extensions, adhering to reporting guidelines and requirements.
Liaise with stakeholders, including grant sponsors and prospective funders.
Seek new funding and prepare grant proposals in coordination with research team and grant administrators
Contributes to strategic planning and brainstorms new methods of funding
6. Research management (5%)
Maintaining servers in collaboration with MIT IT to ensure adequate storage and processing speed
Obtaining clearance for the use of sensitive data.
Onboarding research fellows to the secure data room at NBER.
Keeping track of DUA contracts and IRB protocols to ensure research compliance.
Other duties as needed or required.
Supervision Received:
This position reports to the Blueprint Executive Director. The Assistant Director will work closely with Faculty Co-Director David Autor and affiliate Daron Acemoglu, and in coordination with administrative leadership at MIT, specifically the Department of Economics, Foundation Relations, Research Administration Services, as well as NBER. This position receives minimal supervision.
Supervision Exercised:
Recruit, mentor and supervise 5 Blueprint fellows; oversee 2-3 graduate-level research assistants and 1-2 part-time undergraduate research assistants.
Qualifications & Skills:
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum four years of administration or operations experience and/or project/program management.
Candidates should have strong analytical, management, leadership, communications, writing, and presentation skills. Demonstrate confidence in communicating with executives and the public and exhibit professionalism and discretion.
Candidates should be strategic thinkers. Should be able to handle multiple projects at once, push forward external stakeholders, meet deadlines, and effectively manage time. Be comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field
Experience in an academic research setting, non-profit financial management, and high-level fundraising.
Experience with organizational operations duties, including hiring, budgeting and data management.
Advanced understanding of MIT practices, policies, and operating norms; as well as experience with SAPgui, Kuali Coeus, and Atlas.
Applications should be submitted via the MIT hiring site . This is job #21369.
Blueprint Labs is recruiting an Operations Associate based at MIT in Cambridge, MA. Blueprint Labs is a growing team of professionals devoted to using data and economics to generate insights to uncover the consequences of policy choices and improve society. Based in the Department of Economics at MIT, Blueprint Labs consists of over 18 academic affiliates who represent leading economic thinkers, ten full-time staff members, and six graduate researchers. Blueprint Labs works closely with leading academic, government, and nonprofit institutions across the country to generate pioneering research that informs policy and practice in education, health care, and the workforce.
We are seeking a motivated, independent, and organized Operations Associate to support operations work for the lab, working collaboratively with staff and faculty. The Operations Associate will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually (contingent on funding). The starting hourly pay range for this role $21.72-29.46, calculated based on experience.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**):
Assistance to three Blueprint Faculty members (75% of time):
Maintaining calendars and schedules
Coordinating and organizing meetings and conference calls with both internal and external stakeholders, including scheduling, distributing agendas, note taking, maintaining confidential files
Expense and procurement management, processing reimbursement requests
Arranging travel
Assisting with course, seminar, and event logistics
Managing and supporting faculty committee assignments (e.g., advising, hiring, admissions)
Preparing and maintaining confidential files and documents
Creating and maintaining faculty websites
Submitting letters of recommendation to graduate programs for students
Anticipating and executing various support needs that may arise
General Support for Blueprint Labs (20% of time)
Operations
Managing staff listservs and team calendar
Inventorying and ordering office supplies
Approving timecards for hourly employees
Processing of requisitions and invoices, establishment of service contracts and vendor relationships, and other financial transactions
Assisting with hiring and onboarding for students and staff, including student and temporary appointments
Collaborating with Operations Manager and Executive Director to strategically develop office solutions to make the office run smoothly and efficiently, including suggesting and submitting facilities requests
Events and Communications
Coordinating complex events logistics following MIT event guidance including scheduling, updating event webpages, catering, arranging travel and accommodations for guests, and processing expenses
Updating event content on the Blueprint Labs website
Research and Grants
Submitting proposals in accordance with MIT policies and systems (including KualiCoeus)
Coordinating IRB protocols and amendments for COUHES submission
Assisting with subaward set up and other pre/post award tasks
Other general support tasks as assigned.
Assistance to one Blueprint Executive Director (5% of time):
Maintaining calendars and schedules
Expense and procurement management, processing reimbursement requests
Anticipating and executing various support needs that may arise
Qualifications & Skills:
Education: This position requires a high school diploma, with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience: 3 years’ experience of administrative, office, or related experience required.
Work style: Attention to detail, ability to work on projects independently yet accept supervision, and total reliability is required.
Enthusiasm for work, willingness to pitch in as needed, and a flexible approach to the working environment is essential.
Time Management: Proven ability to handle several different projects/tasks at one time, successfully complete tasks assigned, and meet deadlines. Strong ability to anticipate, plan, prioritize and meet deadlines is essential.
Software proficiency: Experience with computer applications and comfort learning new applications is required.
Supervision Received:
The Operations Associate reports to the Operations Manager, taking ownership of tasks and exercising good judgement in knowing when to ask for more direction from the supervisor, as well as showing initiative by actively seeking to improve process and taking on new projects.
Supervision Exercised:
None directly.
Applications should be submitted via the MIT hiring site . This is job #21368.
Jun 08, 2022
Full time
Blueprint Labs is recruiting an Operations Associate based at MIT in Cambridge, MA. Blueprint Labs is a growing team of professionals devoted to using data and economics to generate insights to uncover the consequences of policy choices and improve society. Based in the Department of Economics at MIT, Blueprint Labs consists of over 18 academic affiliates who represent leading economic thinkers, ten full-time staff members, and six graduate researchers. Blueprint Labs works closely with leading academic, government, and nonprofit institutions across the country to generate pioneering research that informs policy and practice in education, health care, and the workforce.
We are seeking a motivated, independent, and organized Operations Associate to support operations work for the lab, working collaboratively with staff and faculty. The Operations Associate will receive a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually (contingent on funding). The starting hourly pay range for this role $21.72-29.46, calculated based on experience.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**):
Assistance to three Blueprint Faculty members (75% of time):
Maintaining calendars and schedules
Coordinating and organizing meetings and conference calls with both internal and external stakeholders, including scheduling, distributing agendas, note taking, maintaining confidential files
Expense and procurement management, processing reimbursement requests
Arranging travel
Assisting with course, seminar, and event logistics
Managing and supporting faculty committee assignments (e.g., advising, hiring, admissions)
Preparing and maintaining confidential files and documents
Creating and maintaining faculty websites
Submitting letters of recommendation to graduate programs for students
Anticipating and executing various support needs that may arise
General Support for Blueprint Labs (20% of time)
Operations
Managing staff listservs and team calendar
Inventorying and ordering office supplies
Approving timecards for hourly employees
Processing of requisitions and invoices, establishment of service contracts and vendor relationships, and other financial transactions
Assisting with hiring and onboarding for students and staff, including student and temporary appointments
Collaborating with Operations Manager and Executive Director to strategically develop office solutions to make the office run smoothly and efficiently, including suggesting and submitting facilities requests
Events and Communications
Coordinating complex events logistics following MIT event guidance including scheduling, updating event webpages, catering, arranging travel and accommodations for guests, and processing expenses
Updating event content on the Blueprint Labs website
Research and Grants
Submitting proposals in accordance with MIT policies and systems (including KualiCoeus)
Coordinating IRB protocols and amendments for COUHES submission
Assisting with subaward set up and other pre/post award tasks
Other general support tasks as assigned.
Assistance to one Blueprint Executive Director (5% of time):
Maintaining calendars and schedules
Expense and procurement management, processing reimbursement requests
Anticipating and executing various support needs that may arise
Qualifications & Skills:
Education: This position requires a high school diploma, with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience: 3 years’ experience of administrative, office, or related experience required.
Work style: Attention to detail, ability to work on projects independently yet accept supervision, and total reliability is required.
Enthusiasm for work, willingness to pitch in as needed, and a flexible approach to the working environment is essential.
Time Management: Proven ability to handle several different projects/tasks at one time, successfully complete tasks assigned, and meet deadlines. Strong ability to anticipate, plan, prioritize and meet deadlines is essential.
Software proficiency: Experience with computer applications and comfort learning new applications is required.
Supervision Received:
The Operations Associate reports to the Operations Manager, taking ownership of tasks and exercising good judgement in knowing when to ask for more direction from the supervisor, as well as showing initiative by actively seeking to improve process and taking on new projects.
Supervision Exercised:
None directly.
Applications should be submitted via the MIT hiring site . This is job #21368.
Summary
This position is located in the Center for Veterinary Medicine, Office of Research, Division of Animal and Food Microbiology.
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American. At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country, by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere! HHS is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans. The mission of the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is to protect and promote human and animal health. CVM ensures the safety of the American food supply, the safety of animal food and devices, and the safety and effectiveness of animal drugs. Specifically, CVM evaluates new animal drug applications for safety and effectiveness; monitors animal drugs, foods, and devices on the market; evaluates animal food additives for safety and utility; and conducts applied research to further protect human and animal health. As a high-performance organization within the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), CVM strives for excellence, innovation, and leadership across all operations, occupations, and grade levels.
Duties
Serves as an authoritative Microbiologist performing research activities. Plans, develops, and conducts research in molecular biology, genomics, and microbiology to address agency questions around foodborne bacterial pathogens.
Collaborates with and advises others on antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacterial pathogens and other microbiological issues related to animal food and products, laws, regulations, and/or policies.
Evaluates data and information from a variety of sources to determine the safety of animal foods and products. Interprets applicable scientific literature and study results to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this advertisement unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
You must meet ALL requirements by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. Only education, experience, and qualifications attained by this date will be considered. You must continue to meet all requirements through the hiring process.
Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.
Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other organizational elements from within FDA, through shared corporate recruiting activities.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 14043 MANDATING COVID-19 VACCINATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES. See section titled Additional Information for more Conditions of Employment for this position.
Qualifications
The position of Research Microbiologist falls under the 0403 occupational series. To qualify for this position at grade GS- 13, you must meet the following: Basic Requirements A. Degree: microbiology; or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20 semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences combining course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. AND Minimum Qualifications Specialized Experience . Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
You must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service that includes experience: conducting laboratory research in foodborne and/or veterinary pathogens; and assessing antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacterial pathogens and animal food microbiology to assure the safety of animal foods.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the M ore Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Be sure that any uploaded documents you provide in your application are free of document security or compression which might render the document unreadable by our system. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Vaccination Mandate:
In accordance with Executive Order 14043 , Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to exceptions that may be required by law. If selected, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before your entrance on duty if you are selected after the compliance date. Your HR Consultant will provide a list of documents acceptable as proof of vaccination and instructions for how to submit a request for a legally required exception, if needed, to comply with vaccination requirement.
Expanded/Maximum telework Posture:
Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in a maximum telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to telework upon your appointment. As employees are permitted to return to the office, you may be required to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 30 calendar days of receiving notice to do so, even if your home/temporary telework site is located outside the local commuting area. Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy.
Education
TRANSCRIPTS: Positions which are scientific or technical in nature often have very specific educational requirements. You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, see the Foreign Education section below for additional requirements. Pay careful attention to the Qualifications and Education sections to identify vacancies where a transcript is required. Even if you hold a similar position or are a current employee, you are not exempt from transcript requirements. Electronic Transcript Caution: If you have obtained your transcripts electronically, the file might contain security measures that could prevent our application system from reading the file. Therefore, you should consider asking the institution to provide the file in a non-secured electronic format. Alternatively, you could scan or take a photo of the printed copy of the transcript. If your uploaded transcript cannot be read by our system, you may receive consideration and credit for the information we can access. See the Application Manager Documentation for tips on submitting your paper-based documents. FOREIGN EDUCATION Applicants using part, or all of their education completed outside of the U.S. to meet the qualification requirements, must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. We will only accept the completed foreign credential evaluation. To be acceptable, the foreign credential evaluation must include/describe at a minimum, the following information: (1) The type of education received by the applicant; (2) The level of education in relation to the U.S. education system, and state that its comparability recommendations follow the general guidelines of the International Evaluation Standards Council; (3) The content of the applicant's educational program earned abroad, and the standard obtained; (4) The status of the awarding foreign school's recognition and legitimacy in its home country's education system; and (5) Any other information of interest such as what the evaluation service did to obtain this information, the qualifications of the evaluator, and any indications as to other problems such as forgery. Note: Some positions require the completion of specific courses or a specified number of credit hours. Therefore, the foreign credential evaluation should provide information similar to that of an official transcript, to include a list of the courses taken, quarter and/or semester hours awarded, the cumulative grade point average (GPA), honors received, if any, date degree awarded. Applicants can request an evaluation from a member organization of one of the two national associations of credential evaluation services listed below:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE)
Credential evaluations are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Summary
This position is located in the Center for Veterinary Medicine, Office of Research, Division of Animal and Food Microbiology.
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American. At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country, by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere! HHS is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans. The mission of the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is to protect and promote human and animal health. CVM ensures the safety of the American food supply, the safety of animal food and devices, and the safety and effectiveness of animal drugs. Specifically, CVM evaluates new animal drug applications for safety and effectiveness; monitors animal drugs, foods, and devices on the market; evaluates animal food additives for safety and utility; and conducts applied research to further protect human and animal health. As a high-performance organization within the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), CVM strives for excellence, innovation, and leadership across all operations, occupations, and grade levels.
Duties
Serves as an authoritative Microbiologist performing research activities. Plans, develops, and conducts research in molecular biology, genomics, and microbiology to address agency questions around foodborne bacterial pathogens.
Collaborates with and advises others on antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacterial pathogens and other microbiological issues related to animal food and products, laws, regulations, and/or policies.
Evaluates data and information from a variety of sources to determine the safety of animal foods and products. Interprets applicable scientific literature and study results to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this advertisement unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
You must meet ALL requirements by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. Only education, experience, and qualifications attained by this date will be considered. You must continue to meet all requirements through the hiring process.
Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.
Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other organizational elements from within FDA, through shared corporate recruiting activities.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 14043 MANDATING COVID-19 VACCINATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES. See section titled Additional Information for more Conditions of Employment for this position.
Qualifications
The position of Research Microbiologist falls under the 0403 occupational series. To qualify for this position at grade GS- 13, you must meet the following: Basic Requirements A. Degree: microbiology; or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20 semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences combining course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. AND Minimum Qualifications Specialized Experience . Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
You must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service that includes experience: conducting laboratory research in foodborne and/or veterinary pathogens; and assessing antimicrobial resistance in foodborne bacterial pathogens and animal food microbiology to assure the safety of animal foods.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the M ore Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Be sure that any uploaded documents you provide in your application are free of document security or compression which might render the document unreadable by our system. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Vaccination Mandate:
In accordance with Executive Order 14043 , Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to exceptions that may be required by law. If selected, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before your entrance on duty if you are selected after the compliance date. Your HR Consultant will provide a list of documents acceptable as proof of vaccination and instructions for how to submit a request for a legally required exception, if needed, to comply with vaccination requirement.
Expanded/Maximum telework Posture:
Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in a maximum telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to telework upon your appointment. As employees are permitted to return to the office, you may be required to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 30 calendar days of receiving notice to do so, even if your home/temporary telework site is located outside the local commuting area. Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy.
Education
TRANSCRIPTS: Positions which are scientific or technical in nature often have very specific educational requirements. You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, see the Foreign Education section below for additional requirements. Pay careful attention to the Qualifications and Education sections to identify vacancies where a transcript is required. Even if you hold a similar position or are a current employee, you are not exempt from transcript requirements. Electronic Transcript Caution: If you have obtained your transcripts electronically, the file might contain security measures that could prevent our application system from reading the file. Therefore, you should consider asking the institution to provide the file in a non-secured electronic format. Alternatively, you could scan or take a photo of the printed copy of the transcript. If your uploaded transcript cannot be read by our system, you may receive consideration and credit for the information we can access. See the Application Manager Documentation for tips on submitting your paper-based documents. FOREIGN EDUCATION Applicants using part, or all of their education completed outside of the U.S. to meet the qualification requirements, must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. We will only accept the completed foreign credential evaluation. To be acceptable, the foreign credential evaluation must include/describe at a minimum, the following information: (1) The type of education received by the applicant; (2) The level of education in relation to the U.S. education system, and state that its comparability recommendations follow the general guidelines of the International Evaluation Standards Council; (3) The content of the applicant's educational program earned abroad, and the standard obtained; (4) The status of the awarding foreign school's recognition and legitimacy in its home country's education system; and (5) Any other information of interest such as what the evaluation service did to obtain this information, the qualifications of the evaluator, and any indications as to other problems such as forgery. Note: Some positions require the completion of specific courses or a specified number of credit hours. Therefore, the foreign credential evaluation should provide information similar to that of an official transcript, to include a list of the courses taken, quarter and/or semester hours awarded, the cumulative grade point average (GPA), honors received, if any, date degree awarded. Applicants can request an evaluation from a member organization of one of the two national associations of credential evaluation services listed below:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE)
Credential evaluations are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation
Summary
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATE AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. This Direct-Hire position is in the Food and Drug Administration and is located in the Center of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) in Rockville, Maryland.
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American. At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country, by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere! HHS is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.
Agency contact information
Open & closing dates
10/29/2021 to 11/08/2021
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$72,750 - $113,362 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11 - 12
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Rockville, MD
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
0701 Veterinary Medical Science
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number
FDA-CVM-21-11266387ST-DH
Control number
619540400
Duties
Applies veterinary knowledge and experience to the assessment of new or marketed animal drugs, foods, and devices to assure their safety and effectiveness.
Assists with the analysis and interpretation of data to determine the safety and effectiveness of animal drugs, foods, and devices.
Advises on veterinary medical issues related to animal drugs, foods, and devices, associated laws, regulations, and policies as well as on scientific research and industry developments in veterinary medicine, animal nutrition, and related fields.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this advertisement unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 14043 MANDATING COVID-19 VACCINATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
A probationary and/or trial period for initial Federal employment may be required.
If you were born male, after, December 31st 1959, you must be registered with the Selective Service System, or have an approved exemption. Learn more at www.SSS.gov.
You may be asked to provide additional information at a later time. All interview requests and selection decisions are at the full discretion of the hiring office.
Qualifications
Vaccination Mandate : In accordance with Executive Order 14043 , Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to exceptions that may be required by law. If selected, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before your entrance on duty if you are selected after the compliance date. Your HR Consultant will provide a list of documents acceptable as proof of vaccination and instructions for how to submit a request for a legally required exception, if needed, to comply with vaccination requirement. Expanded/Maximum telework Posture: Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in a maximum telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to telework upon your appointment. As employees are permitted to return to the office, you may be required to report to the duty station listed on this announcement, even if your home/temporary telework site is located outside the local commuting area. Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy. The position of Veterinary Medical Officer falls under the 0701 occupational series. To qualify for this position at grade GS - 11/12, you must meet the following: GS-11 and GS-12 Basic Requirements A. Degree: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA). http://www.avma.org OR B. Graduates of foreign veterinary medical schools that are not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education must meet one of the following requirements: 1. Proof of certification of their final transcript by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG). 2. Possession of a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) or its predecessors, the National Board Examination (NBE) and the Clinical Competency Test (CCT). 3. Proof that the education obtained in a foreign veterinary medical program is equivalent to that gained in a veterinary medical program that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. Under this provision, equivalency is established only if an AVMA-accredited veterinary medical school or college accepts the graduate's final transcript from the foreign veterinary medical school at full value for placement into an advanced degree, postgraduate educational program, or training program (e.g. residency or graduate program). Graduates of foreign veterinary medical programs must also provide proof of proficiency in the English language by successfully completing one of the nationally and internationally recognized examinations that incorporate assessments of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Examples of examinations that assess mastery of the English language are shown below: 1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Minimum scores for the TOEFL are 560 for the paper-based version; 220 for the computer-based version; or overall score of 83 for the internet-based version (including 26 or higher in speaking, 26 or higher in listening, and 17 or higher in writing). For the computer-based and paper-based test versions, applicants must also complete the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE). Minimum required scores are 55 for the TSE and 5.5 for the TWE; 2. Academic tests (listening, writing, and speaking) offered by the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 7.0 in speaking, 6.5 in listening, and 6.0 in writing: OR Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL). Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 70, with at least 60 in speaking, 60 in listening, and 50 in writing. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: GS-12 Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one year of progressively responsible professional veterinary experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level: 1. Applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to veterinary medicine. AND 2. Reviewing scientific documents and data related to veterinary medicine. AND 3. Providing scientific or regulatory recommendations on veterinary laws, regulations, laboratory practices, or protocols. OR Education: Master's degree in an area of specialization, including but not limited to, animal science, avian medicine, food safety, infectious diseases, veterinary clinical sciences, pathobiology, biomedical sciences, veterinary anatomy, veterinary preventive medicine, comparative biological sciences, epidemiology, veterinary parasitology, molecular veterinary biosciences, public health, microbiology, pathology, immunology, laboratory animal medicine, toxicology, wildlife, zoological animal medicine, or sciences related to the work of a veterinary medical officer position. OR Residency/Post-Graduate Training Programs: Successful completion of two years of an internship, residency program, or fellowship training program in a discipline related to the position. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 11/08/2021. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your responses when compared to your background information, you may be deemed ineligible or your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your skills and abilities. You must continue to meet all requirements through the hiring process. You may be asked to provide additional information at a later time. All interview requests and selection decisions are at the full discretion of the hiring office. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date . To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications. TRANSCRIPTS: Positions which are scientific or technical in nature often have very specific educational requirements. You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, see the Foreign Education section below for additional requirements. Pay careful attention to the Qualifications and Education sections to identify vacancies where a transcript is required. Even if you hold a similar position or are a current employee, you are not exempt from transcript requirements. Electronic Transcript Caution: If you have obtained your transcripts electronically, the file might contain security measures that could prevent our application system from reading the file. Therefore, you should consider asking the institution to provide the file in a non-secured electronic format. Alternatively, you could scan or take a photo of the printed copy of the transcript. If your uploaded transcript cannot be read by our system, you may receive consideration and credit for the information we can access. See the Application Manager Documentation for tips on submitting your paper-based documents. FOREIGN EDUCATION Applicants using part, or all of their education completed outside of the U.S. to meet the qualification requirements, must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. We will only accept the completed foreign credential evaluation. To be acceptable, the foreign credential evaluation must include/describe at a minimum, the following information: (1) The type of education received by the applicant; (2) The level of education in relation to the U.S. education system, and state that its comparability recommendations follow the general guidelines of the International Evaluation Standards Council; (3) The content of the applicant's educational program earned abroad, and the standard obtained; (4) The status of the awarding foreign school's recognition and legitimacy in its home country's education system; and (5) Any other information of interest such as what the evaluation service did to obtain this information, the qualifications of the evaluator, and any indications as to other problems such as forgery. Note: Some positions require the completion of specific courses or a specified number of credit hours. Therefore, the foreign credential evaluation should provide information similar to that of an official transcript, to include a list of the courses taken, quarter and/or semester hours awarded, the cumulative grade point average (GPA), honors received, if any, date degree awarded. Applicants can request an evaluation from a member organization of one of the two national associations of credential evaluation services listed below:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE)
Credential evaluations are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation
Oct 29, 2021
Full time
Summary
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATE AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. This Direct-Hire position is in the Food and Drug Administration and is located in the Center of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) in Rockville, Maryland.
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American. At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country, by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere! HHS is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.
Agency contact information
Open & closing dates
10/29/2021 to 11/08/2021
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$72,750 - $113,362 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11 - 12
Help
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Rockville, MD
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
0701 Veterinary Medical Science
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number
FDA-CVM-21-11266387ST-DH
Control number
619540400
Duties
Applies veterinary knowledge and experience to the assessment of new or marketed animal drugs, foods, and devices to assure their safety and effectiveness.
Assists with the analysis and interpretation of data to determine the safety and effectiveness of animal drugs, foods, and devices.
Advises on veterinary medical issues related to animal drugs, foods, and devices, associated laws, regulations, and policies as well as on scientific research and industry developments in veterinary medicine, animal nutrition, and related fields.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this advertisement unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 14043 MANDATING COVID-19 VACCINATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
A probationary and/or trial period for initial Federal employment may be required.
If you were born male, after, December 31st 1959, you must be registered with the Selective Service System, or have an approved exemption. Learn more at www.SSS.gov.
You may be asked to provide additional information at a later time. All interview requests and selection decisions are at the full discretion of the hiring office.
Qualifications
Vaccination Mandate : In accordance with Executive Order 14043 , Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to exceptions that may be required by law. If selected, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before your entrance on duty if you are selected after the compliance date. Your HR Consultant will provide a list of documents acceptable as proof of vaccination and instructions for how to submit a request for a legally required exception, if needed, to comply with vaccination requirement. Expanded/Maximum telework Posture: Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in a maximum telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to telework upon your appointment. As employees are permitted to return to the office, you may be required to report to the duty station listed on this announcement, even if your home/temporary telework site is located outside the local commuting area. Your position may be eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy. The position of Veterinary Medical Officer falls under the 0701 occupational series. To qualify for this position at grade GS - 11/12, you must meet the following: GS-11 and GS-12 Basic Requirements A. Degree: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA). http://www.avma.org OR B. Graduates of foreign veterinary medical schools that are not accredited by the AVMA Council on Education must meet one of the following requirements: 1. Proof of certification of their final transcript by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG). 2. Possession of a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) or its predecessors, the National Board Examination (NBE) and the Clinical Competency Test (CCT). 3. Proof that the education obtained in a foreign veterinary medical program is equivalent to that gained in a veterinary medical program that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. Under this provision, equivalency is established only if an AVMA-accredited veterinary medical school or college accepts the graduate's final transcript from the foreign veterinary medical school at full value for placement into an advanced degree, postgraduate educational program, or training program (e.g. residency or graduate program). Graduates of foreign veterinary medical programs must also provide proof of proficiency in the English language by successfully completing one of the nationally and internationally recognized examinations that incorporate assessments of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Examples of examinations that assess mastery of the English language are shown below: 1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Minimum scores for the TOEFL are 560 for the paper-based version; 220 for the computer-based version; or overall score of 83 for the internet-based version (including 26 or higher in speaking, 26 or higher in listening, and 17 or higher in writing). For the computer-based and paper-based test versions, applicants must also complete the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE). Minimum required scores are 55 for the TSE and 5.5 for the TWE; 2. Academic tests (listening, writing, and speaking) offered by the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 7.0 in speaking, 6.5 in listening, and 6.0 in writing: OR Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL). Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 70, with at least 60 in speaking, 60 in listening, and 50 in writing. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: GS-12 Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one year of progressively responsible professional veterinary experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level: 1. Applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to veterinary medicine. AND 2. Reviewing scientific documents and data related to veterinary medicine. AND 3. Providing scientific or regulatory recommendations on veterinary laws, regulations, laboratory practices, or protocols. OR Education: Master's degree in an area of specialization, including but not limited to, animal science, avian medicine, food safety, infectious diseases, veterinary clinical sciences, pathobiology, biomedical sciences, veterinary anatomy, veterinary preventive medicine, comparative biological sciences, epidemiology, veterinary parasitology, molecular veterinary biosciences, public health, microbiology, pathology, immunology, laboratory animal medicine, toxicology, wildlife, zoological animal medicine, or sciences related to the work of a veterinary medical officer position. OR Residency/Post-Graduate Training Programs: Successful completion of two years of an internship, residency program, or fellowship training program in a discipline related to the position. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 11/08/2021. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your responses when compared to your background information, you may be deemed ineligible or your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your skills and abilities. You must continue to meet all requirements through the hiring process. You may be asked to provide additional information at a later time. All interview requests and selection decisions are at the full discretion of the hiring office. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date . To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications. TRANSCRIPTS: Positions which are scientific or technical in nature often have very specific educational requirements. You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, see the Foreign Education section below for additional requirements. Pay careful attention to the Qualifications and Education sections to identify vacancies where a transcript is required. Even if you hold a similar position or are a current employee, you are not exempt from transcript requirements. Electronic Transcript Caution: If you have obtained your transcripts electronically, the file might contain security measures that could prevent our application system from reading the file. Therefore, you should consider asking the institution to provide the file in a non-secured electronic format. Alternatively, you could scan or take a photo of the printed copy of the transcript. If your uploaded transcript cannot be read by our system, you may receive consideration and credit for the information we can access. See the Application Manager Documentation for tips on submitting your paper-based documents. FOREIGN EDUCATION Applicants using part, or all of their education completed outside of the U.S. to meet the qualification requirements, must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. We will only accept the completed foreign credential evaluation. To be acceptable, the foreign credential evaluation must include/describe at a minimum, the following information: (1) The type of education received by the applicant; (2) The level of education in relation to the U.S. education system, and state that its comparability recommendations follow the general guidelines of the International Evaluation Standards Council; (3) The content of the applicant's educational program earned abroad, and the standard obtained; (4) The status of the awarding foreign school's recognition and legitimacy in its home country's education system; and (5) Any other information of interest such as what the evaluation service did to obtain this information, the qualifications of the evaluator, and any indications as to other problems such as forgery. Note: Some positions require the completion of specific courses or a specified number of credit hours. Therefore, the foreign credential evaluation should provide information similar to that of an official transcript, to include a list of the courses taken, quarter and/or semester hours awarded, the cumulative grade point average (GPA), honors received, if any, date degree awarded. Applicants can request an evaluation from a member organization of one of the two national associations of credential evaluation services listed below:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE)
Credential evaluations are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. For more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation
Job number: REQ-44243
Close date: 7-23-2020
NOTE: To be considered for this position you MUST complete an online application at the link provided below.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management service position and is not represented by a union.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for four COVID-19 Epidemiologist Managers to manage the Preparedness Surveillance and Epidemiology Team (PSET), the Informatics Team and the HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) team.
What will you do? As a COVID-19 Epidemiologist Manager , you will provide supervision to a team of epidemiologists and epidemiologist students; coordinate COVID-19 disease surveillance and outbreak response efforts with other OPHD programs; serve as a point person for public health COVID-19 response activities; and coordinate the development of data reporting, analysis, and quality, and submission of progress reports.
What are we looking for?
Requested Skills
Minimum requirements:
Three years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation OR
Two years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management OR
Three years of program/project leader experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation OR
Two years of program/project leader experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
Strong leadership and management skills, with preference given to applicants who have experience in epidemiology.
Experience managing programs, staff and resources in public health settings.
Experience writing grants, reports and interagency agreements.
Experience overseeing budgets, contracts, and financial management processes.
Experience performing epidemiological research.
Experience with communicable disease surveillance and control, which includes infection control, epidemiology and risk communication.
Experience determining evidence-based interventions and control measures in response to epidemiologic findings.
Enforcement of policies that address security, privacy, and legal considerations when communicating epidemiologic information.
Computer proficiency is required, specifically with databases and statistical software applications.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment
How to Apply
To view the announcement and apply, please visit the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/COVID-19-Epidemiologist-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-E-_REQ-44243
Contact Information
Cyndi Phipps-Roman 503-569-0066
Jul 10, 2020
Full time
Job number: REQ-44243
Close date: 7-23-2020
NOTE: To be considered for this position you MUST complete an online application at the link provided below.
This is a full-time, limited duration, management service position and is not represented by a union.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Acute and Communicable Disease Section in Portland, OR is recruiting for four COVID-19 Epidemiologist Managers to manage the Preparedness Surveillance and Epidemiology Team (PSET), the Informatics Team and the HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) team.
What will you do? As a COVID-19 Epidemiologist Manager , you will provide supervision to a team of epidemiologists and epidemiologist students; coordinate COVID-19 disease surveillance and outbreak response efforts with other OPHD programs; serve as a point person for public health COVID-19 response activities; and coordinate the development of data reporting, analysis, and quality, and submission of progress reports.
What are we looking for?
Requested Skills
Minimum requirements:
Three years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation OR
Two years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management OR
Three years of program/project leader experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation OR
Two years of program/project leader experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
Strong leadership and management skills, with preference given to applicants who have experience in epidemiology.
Experience managing programs, staff and resources in public health settings.
Experience writing grants, reports and interagency agreements.
Experience overseeing budgets, contracts, and financial management processes.
Experience performing epidemiological research.
Experience with communicable disease surveillance and control, which includes infection control, epidemiology and risk communication.
Experience determining evidence-based interventions and control measures in response to epidemiologic findings.
Enforcement of policies that address security, privacy, and legal considerations when communicating epidemiologic information.
Computer proficiency is required, specifically with databases and statistical software applications.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment
How to Apply
To view the announcement and apply, please visit the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OHA--Oregon-Street/COVID-19-Epidemiologist-Manager--Principal-Executive-Manager-E-_REQ-44243
Contact Information
Cyndi Phipps-Roman 503-569-0066
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned leader with Clinical and Integration experience to lead an excellent team and work to advance agency operations.
This position falls under the Classification Principal/Executive Manager F.
WHAT YOU WILL DO!
As the Director of Clinical Services and Integration, you will oversee a professional team of managers, policy and program analysts, and compliance specialists who are responsible for developing and supporting key policies and programs related to Oregon’s health care workforce and priority health care delivery areas. Your team will be responsible for analyzing national, state and local health care trends and research related to the health care workforce and health care delivery system to inform strategy development, policy development and program implementation on behalf of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Oregon Health Policy Board.
In this role, you will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Workforce, Clinical Services and Integration Unit within the Office of DSI. You will set priorities and direct work of the unit, facilitate teamwork, promote professional development, oversee work with stakeholders, and review and edit all significant written work products. You will ensure the unit’s work is supportive to committees and workgroups of the Oregon Health Policy Board and coordinated with units and divisions across the agency.
Additionally, you will support and guide staff in coordinating and balancing priority projects and ensure all programs and products reflect a high degree of professionalism. You will ensure the unit’s work supports OHA’s strategic vision goals and the health policy direction of agency leadership.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation. OR (b) Three (3) years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
A clinical degree (i.e., MD, DO, RN, LCSW, other) and/or a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration and/or experience with analyzing health care policy options and making recommendations for improvement.
Experience with health outcomes research, healthcare delivery systems research or experience using healthcare expenditure, utilization and quality assurance data in developing and presenting reports.
Strong working knowledge of Medicaid requirements, Medicaid program delivery models and program quality improvement strategies.
Experience producing written reports.
Familiarity with financial management, budgets, contract management and program management.
Extensive knowledge of management principles including planning, organizing, supervision and decision making.
Experience effectively managing teams.
Leadership-level communication skills and the ability to communicate with diverse groups of stakeholders on complex topics.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
May 26, 2020
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned leader with Clinical and Integration experience to lead an excellent team and work to advance agency operations.
This position falls under the Classification Principal/Executive Manager F.
WHAT YOU WILL DO!
As the Director of Clinical Services and Integration, you will oversee a professional team of managers, policy and program analysts, and compliance specialists who are responsible for developing and supporting key policies and programs related to Oregon’s health care workforce and priority health care delivery areas. Your team will be responsible for analyzing national, state and local health care trends and research related to the health care workforce and health care delivery system to inform strategy development, policy development and program implementation on behalf of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Oregon Health Policy Board.
In this role, you will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Workforce, Clinical Services and Integration Unit within the Office of DSI. You will set priorities and direct work of the unit, facilitate teamwork, promote professional development, oversee work with stakeholders, and review and edit all significant written work products. You will ensure the unit’s work is supportive to committees and workgroups of the Oregon Health Policy Board and coordinated with units and divisions across the agency.
Additionally, you will support and guide staff in coordinating and balancing priority projects and ensure all programs and products reflect a high degree of professionalism. You will ensure the unit’s work supports OHA’s strategic vision goals and the health policy direction of agency leadership.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Four (4) years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation. OR (b) Three (3) years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; AND 45-48 quarter hours (30-32 semester hours) of graduate level coursework in management.
A clinical degree (i.e., MD, DO, RN, LCSW, other) and/or a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration and/or experience with analyzing health care policy options and making recommendations for improvement.
Experience with health outcomes research, healthcare delivery systems research or experience using healthcare expenditure, utilization and quality assurance data in developing and presenting reports.
Strong working knowledge of Medicaid requirements, Medicaid program delivery models and program quality improvement strategies.
Experience producing written reports.
Familiarity with financial management, budgets, contract management and program management.
Extensive knowledge of management principles including planning, organizing, supervision and decision making.
Experience effectively managing teams.
Leadership-level communication skills and the ability to communicate with diverse groups of stakeholders on complex topics.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.