Acting Director, Division of Viral Diseases, NCIRD

Summary
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This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency
This detail opportunity is open to current CDC/ATSDR Title 42 Distinguished Consultants, employees at the GS-15 grade level, and Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Officers at or above the O-6 grade level. This detail is intended for employees in the in the 0601 and 0602 occupational series.
Contractors are not eligible to apply.
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Duties
Unclassified Set of Duties:

• Provide executive leadership in managing, directing, coordinating, overseeing, and evaluating all Division of Viral Diseases scientific and programmatic work. This includes providing leadership and vision to conceive, organize, and direct applied and basic research for viral vaccine preventable diseases, other enteric viruses, and cytomegalovirus and support for programs to prevent and control these viruses domestic and international.
• Represent the Division of Viral Diseases in dealing with and negotiating with individuals representing other components of CDC, HHS, other federal agencies, state and local public health departments, foreign ministries of health, national and international health organizations, non-profit organizations, public interest groups and industry.
• Responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight for the work of, and staff assigned to, the Division of Viral Diseases through subordinate supervisors and evaluating their performance. Advises staff about policies, procedures, and directives from higher level management. Ensures equity among unit performance standards and ratings completed by subordinate supervisors.
• Provide support to the NCIRD Director, CDC Director, HHS Secretary, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness, National Security Council, and other federal agencies related to detection, diagnosis and prevention issues of the diseases and viruses for which the Division of Viral Diseases has responsibility, including polio, measles, mumps, rubella, rotavirus, varicella, zoster, and norovirus. Serves as a principal national spokesperson on viral disease issues.
• Oversee technical and financial support provided to viral disease control programs domestic and abroad, epidemiology and surveillance activities, laboratory operations, policy coordination, communications, and business operations.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Background and/or Security Investigation required.

Qualifications
Desired Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position to include providing leadership in developing and executing a national program to prevent, detect and respond to viral enteric infections, viral vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks, and outbreaks of unknown origin in the United States and abroad.
Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies governing federal human resources, financial, procurement, and operational practices
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate goals and objectives to a range of audiences
• Experience providing support and guidance to senior leaders
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Supervisory experience

Education
Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
Agency education requirements: An MD or Ph.D. in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position is required.
Additional information
This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement.
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If you are unable to apply online, please contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.

• Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applications will be reviewed. Interviews will be conducted at the discretion of the Hiring Manager/Supervisor of the position.
Conditions of Employment:

• US Citizenship is required.
• Background Investigation may be required.
• Travel, transportation, and moving expenses will be paid: No
• Bargaining Unit Position: No
• Drug Screening Required: Yes
• Research position: Yes
• Promotion potential: No
• Supervisory position: Yes
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
• Medical Requirements: No
• Work locations (i.e., BSL-3 laboratory): No
• Language requirements (i.e., bilingual): No
• In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 14, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The Federal government, as the largest employer in the Nation, can and should show the way towards achieving drug-free workplaces through programs designed to offer drug users a helping hand, and at the same time demonstrating to drug users and potential drug users that drugs will not be tolerated in the Federal workplace. The use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust placed in such employees as servants of the public. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. Appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative applicant drug test result.

• Benefits
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  Review our benefits
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  1. Résumé - You are encouraged to use the USAJOBS online resume builder to ensure that all required information is in your resume. If you use your own résumé, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed.
  Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:
  
  • Classified or government sensitive information
  • Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Photos of yourself
  • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  • Encrypted and digitally signed documents
  
  2. Most recent SF 50
  3. Transcripts and Licensure (if applicable)
  4. USPHS/Commissioned Corps Billet (if applicable)
  5. Written concurrence from supervisor - Supervisory approval is required in advance of resume submission for consideration.
  6. Submit a statement (<2>
  Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
  For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.
  The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/05/2023
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/05/2023 of this announcement to receive consideration.
  
  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  If you cannot apply online:
  You are encouraged to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, please use the Alternate Application link listed in the Additional Information section of this vacancy announcement. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online if at all possible. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application and you will not receive status updates.
  Agency contact information
  CDC HELPDESK
  Phone
  (770) 488-1725
  Email
  HRCS@CDC.GOV
  Address
  NCIRD-DIVISION OF VIRAL DISEASES-OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR 1600 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA, GA 30333 US
  Next steps
  The program offices (losing and gaining), in coordination with HRO, will notify the selectee and negotiate the effective date of the detail between the losing and gaining CIOs. HRO will process the paperwork based upon the terms of the Statement of Understanding.
• Fair and Transparent
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
1. Résumé -