Staff Analyst

This position is being re-advertised to solicit additional applications. Applicants who applied previously need not re-apply unless submitting updated and/or missing information. This position is located within the Indian Health Service, Headquarters, Rockville, MD, in the Office of the Director for the Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (OEHE). A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Incumbent provides administrative, analytical and clerical support as a Staff Analyst to all OEHE staff.Analyzes office operations and recommends changes and improvements as needed. Duties: Evaluates and manages the flow of office work for the Director and staff. Maintains calendars, schedules appointments, and manages the suspense and pending task list using Microsoft Outlook. Assists in making necessary arrangements for conferences, meetings and conference calls. Tracks controlled correspondence using an automated tracking system. Serves as the purchasing agent for the Office using the authorized Government credit card and following all policies associated with the use of this card. Ensures requisitions are submitted properly and monitors progress within the automated purchase system. Supports the Director and staff in performing special projects and preparing reports. Performs analytical duties including assisting staff with their duties as necessary. Serves as timekeeper for the Office staff. Serves customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, satisfy expectations, and answer questions. Receives visitors for the Office and escorts to the appropriate destination or staff member. Responds to complex inquiries for information and/or answers questions of substantive nature. Provides professional assistance to the staff as needed. Prepares and processes human resources actions. Supports the OEHE staff in performing special projects and preparing reports. Inputs personnel actions into Capital HR as a backup to Executive Officer. To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07) in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Experience providing administrative and program support to an office or organization; analyzing administrative processes and recommending improvements to increase efficiency; coordinating correspondence, calendars, travel, timekeeping, meetings, and office operations; tracking personnel, procurement, budget, or other administrative actions using HHS/IHS automated systems; and preparing reports, presentations, and other written products while ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Experience also includes providing customer service to internal and external stakeholders, resolving administrative issues, and supporting special projects through research, data collection, and analysis. Experience prioritizing multiple assignments, maintain confidential information, and communicate effectively with managers and staff. OR Completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years (36 semester hours) of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work or LL.B. or J.D., if related. OR Combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-09 grade level. Must submit transcripts. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant. This position has an education requirement. If you are substituting education for experience; You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.