Supervisory Child Care Program Specialist (Regional Program Manager)

Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, located in Dallas, Texas. This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 50 applications have been received.

Duties

• As a Supervisory Child Care Program Specialist, (Regional Program Manager), you will: Provide leadership, direction and technical guidance on all aspects of the CCDF program at the regional level.
• Promote efficient and effective management and administration of the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program in the assigned geographical area.
• Lead and coordinates multi-agency partnerships with Federal, State, Tribal, and local entities to implement child care initiatives and ensure program alignment and compliance.
• Direct the collection and analysis of child care program data to identify trends and inform policy decisions, technical assistance strategies, and program improvements.

Education

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov. Note: Applications can be accepted from students who expect to complete qualifying education within 9 months from the date of application. Education was completed successfully before the applicant can be appointed.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this announcement. Evaluation will be based on your application materials (such as your resume and supporting documents), your responses to the application questionnaire, and the results of all required assessments. Resume Requirement Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages in length. Basic Qualification Question As part of the application process, you must answer a question addressing whether you meet the Basic Requirement for this position, as described in this announcement.

Minimum Qualification Question As part of the application process, you must answer a minimum qualification question addressing whether you meet the Specialized Experience required for this position, as described in this announcement. Your response must be supported by the experience documented in your resume. If your resume does not demonstrate the required Specialized Experience, you may be found not qualified. Assessment Process USA Hire Assessment You are required to complete a USA Hire assessment for this position.

HR Resume Review Human Resource (HR) Specialists will review your resume to determine whether you meet the required Specialized Experience. Applicants who successfully pass all of the assessment(s) may be referred to the Hiring Manager for consideration. You must complete all required steps in the process, including submitting an application and resume and participating in the assessments, to be considered for this position. Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement.

By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS. 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 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.

PHS Commissioned Corps (CC) Officers: PHS Commissioned Corps (CC) Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps may apply online to this announcement. Candidates will be referred as CC personnel and not as candidates for conversion to a permanent career or career-conditional appointment. For Competitive Merit Promotion and Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) Applicants: The highest rated candidates will be referred to the hiring agency. For Noncompetitive Applicants: All qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring agency.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Data Analysis Leadership Oral Communication Program Management To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12973672

Required Documents

• Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application.
• You must provide a complete online Application Package which includes: Resume must not exceed two (2) pages and must support responses to the online application.
• Failure to submit a resume and all required documentation identified in this announcement may result in removal from further consideration.
• Use of the USAJOBS Resume Builder is encouraged to ensure all required information is included.
• Resumes must include duties, accomplishments, related skills, and start and end dates (month/day/year) for each position.
• Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise indicated; part-time experience will be prorated.
• Incomplete information may affect eligibility or rating.
• A complete online application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12973672) SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) – documentation supporting eligibility.
• If submitting a copy of your SF-50, or equivalent, submit one that shows the effective date of current position, the full performance level, career or career conditional tenure and status in the competitive service.
• Other Supporting Documents, as applicable: College transcripts, if qualifying all or in part based on education CTAP/ICTAP RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate, notice of disability annuity termination, or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement SF-50, showing positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to be placed through RPL, etc.
• Latest performance appraisal including rating Documentation from your agency showing current promotion potential PHS Commissioned Corps Personnel: You must provide a copy of your current personnel orders and/or other supporting documentation to be referred as CC.
• Official documents are not required at this time; copies are sufficient; may be requested upon selection.