Staff Analyst

Summary

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).

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

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.

Education

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/.