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IT Specialist (DATAMGT)
Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Inspector General
Office of Management and Policy
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This position is being filled using Direct Hire Authority and is open to all U.S. Citizens. All applicants who meet basic requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis at each cut-off date listed below. Qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official for consideration after the announcement closes:
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Summary
This position is being filled using Direct Hire Authority and is open to all U.S. Citizens. All applicants who meet basic requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis at each cut-off date listed below. Qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official for consideration after the announcement closes:
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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 08/26/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 26, 2026
Location
2 vacancies in the following locations:
Los Angeles, CA
San Francisco, CA
District of Columbia, DC
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Woodlawn, MD
Kansas City, MO
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Dallas, TX
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $147,945 - $197,200 per year
Salary will be adjusted based on the duty location.
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number HHS-OIG-26-13002103-DH Control number 877763600
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
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All U.S. Citizens, No Prior Federal Experience is Required
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This announcement will be used to fill at least two Technical Product Owner positions (IT Specialist (DATAMGT), GS-15) in the Chief Data Office. Duties include but are not limited to:
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Qualifications
Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements and any selective placement factors described below within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Applicants for the Information Technology Management series, 2210 at the GS-15 grade level must have Information Technology (IT) related experience which demonstrates proficiency in the following competencies:
In addition to the experience above applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Specialized Experience (GS-15): Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level at the GS-14 in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following (1) hands on experience designing and delivering complex data systems design and applications while navigating technical and regulatory constraints; (2) defining and leading the implementation of modern delivery standards and capabilities, including Continuous Integration/ Continuous Delivery, test automation, monitoring, and Infrastructure-as-Code for a platform or enterprise; (3) leading the design and implementation of scalable cloud-based modern application and data architectures via Agile product delivery; and(4) working with partner organizations to drive successful delivery outcomes.
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. Your resume should include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
Education
Education is not qualifying for this position.
Additional information
Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses is not authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus will not be offered. Repayment of student loans will not be offered. Private sector work experience will not be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual.
Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.
E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.
Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences.
Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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.
Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume .
Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate possession of any specialized experience.
Your resume will be evaluated by a subject matter expert to determine if you meet the qualifications for the position and will serve as a basis for an initial rating.
Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or for changing your scored responses to questions youve answered, which may affect your overall final score.
Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the "Required Documents" section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application).
To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13002103
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 interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar across HHS.
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Required Documents
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All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
SF-50 must show competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have/had promotion potential in your current position, you must provide proof (i.e. appointment SF-50 with full performance level in remarks).
Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
Financial Disclosure: This position may be subject to financial disclosure requirements and must be filed within 30 days of the appointment. For more information about Financial Disclosure and OGE Form 450, you may visit U.S. OGE Completing a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (New Filers). You can obtain a fillable OGE Form 450 from: Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (accessible PDF).
Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the month and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJobs Resource Center.
For additional résumé and application tips:
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 pm (EASTERN TIME) ON 08/26/2026.
How to Apply
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To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Resume must be limited to two-pages to receive consideration.
A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/26/2026 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted.
Note: For information on how to edit your application, visit: USA Jobs Help: Updating your submitted application
Questions regarding this vacancy or the application process should be directed to the HR Specialist.
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
Agency contact information
Akira Grace
Phone (301) 807-3740 Email akira.grace@oig.hhs.gov Address OIG Office of Management and Policy
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act ("Fair Chance Act"): The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (FCA) prohibits federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history record prior to extending a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the FCA. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the FCA may submit a written complaint to the Department by email at FairChanceAct@hhs.gov
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
SF-50 must show competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have/had promotion potential in your current position, you must provide proof (i.e. appointment SF-50 with full performance level in remarks).
Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
Financial Disclosure: This position may be subject to financial disclosure requirements and must be filed within 30 days of the appointment. For more information about Financial Disclosure and OGE Form 450, you may visit U.S. OGE Completing a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (New Filers). You can obtain a fillable OGE Form 450 from: Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (accessible PDF).
Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the month and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJobs Resource Center.
For additional résumé and application tips:
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 pm (EASTERN TIME) ON 08/26/2026.
How to Apply
Help
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Resume must be limited to two-pages to receive consideration.
A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/26/2026 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted.
Note: For information on how to edit your application, visit: USA Jobs Help: Updating your submitted application
Questions regarding this vacancy or the application process should be directed to the HR Specialist.
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
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Agency contact information
Akira Grace
Phone (301) 807-3740 Email akira.grace@oig.hhs.gov Address OIG Office of Management and Policy
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act ("Fair Chance Act"): The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (FCA) prohibits federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history record prior to extending a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the FCA. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the FCA may submit a written complaint to the Department by email at FairChanceAct@hhs.gov
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Additional locations
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Woodlawn, MD
Kansas City, MO
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Dallas, TX
Office of Inspector General
The Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General has been at the forefront of the nations efforts to fight waste, fraud and abuse and to improving the efficiency of more than 100 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs. Our vision is to drive positive change in HHS programs and in the lives of the people served by these programs.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for HHS fights fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs including Medicare, Medicaid, Healthcare Marketplaces, NIH, FDA, CDC and more. OIG HHS is the largest Federal inspector generals office, employing a nationwide network of auditors, investigators, attorneys, and evaluators to provide program recommendations to decision-makers, distribute educational resources to the industry and public, and investigate cases to root out fraud.
OIG is ranked as the #1 agency in HHS in the Partnership for Public Services "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" 2024 ratings and has held this top position every year since 2015. OIG also ranked #2 out of 154 midsize agency subcomponents.
For more information about the HHS Office of Inspector General, go to http://oig.hhs.gov/.
Agency contact information
Akira Grace
Phone (301) 807-3740 Email akira.grace@oig.hhs.gov Address OIG Office of Management and Policy
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
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Summary
This position is being filled using Direct Hire Authority and is open to all U.S. Citizens. All applicants who meet basic requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis at each cut-off date listed below. Qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official for consideration after the announcement closes:
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 08/26/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 26, 2026
Location
2 vacancies in the following locations:
Los Angeles, CA
San Francisco, CA
District of Columbia, DC
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Woodlawn, MD
Kansas City, MO
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Dallas, TX
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $147,945 - $197,200 per year
Salary will be adjusted based on the duty location.
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number HHS-OIG-26-13002103-DH Control number 877763600
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