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This position is located in the Office of Program Review, Monitoring and Investigation (OPRMI), Office of the Chief (OC). The OPRMI is responsible for preventing fraud, waste and abuse in the administration of social service programs, and to ensure compliance and accountability with Federal and District statutes, regulations, and procedures governing DHS programs.
This job announcement may be used to fill any future vacancies throughout the DC Government, Department of Human Services (DHS). The starting salary for this position is negotiable up to $75,509.00 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.
About DHS
It is the mission of DHS is to empower every District resident to reach their full potential by providing meaningful connections to work opportunities, economic assistance, and supportive services. Our approach to preventing homelessness and supporting individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness is focused both on systems-level reforms and on the quality of the programs and supports within that system. These efforts include creating economic opportunity, making our neighborhoods safer, and providing more effective and efficient government services.
Duties and responsibilities
Incumbent will conduct analytical studies based on examination of management needs. Identify, research and analyze program issues or problems; and present results. Perform special assignments to coordinate and resolve general management matters, and other appropriate issues and projects related to the functional responsibilities of the programs. Evaluate current procedures to improve operational efficiency and makes recommendations to improve program(s) activities and services. Recommend administrative strategies or changes in internal operating procedures to incorporate new requirements, and to improve, expedite and eliminate management problems.
Develop procedures and guidelines, in order to satisfy the goals of the program. Devise means of improvement and consolidates and/or standardizes administrative forms and procedures. Coordinate and monitor practices and procedures utilized by program staff to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and procedures. Provide continuing support to supervisor in improving effectiveness in meeting schedules, deadline, priorities and production goals.
Qualifications and Education
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression in the District of Columbia government services, or equivalent public or private sector. Specialized experience is experience directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience for this position include: Experience in applying relevant bodies of laws, regulations and/or policies to social service programs.
Licenses and Certifications
None
Working Conditions/Environment
The work environment includes an office setting and the work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:15am to 4:45pm (This position may require working on weekends as needed.)
Promotion Potential: None
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME 2401 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-1810-11
Vaccination Requirement
The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes all eligible booster shots, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs in violation of EEO laws. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to your initial HR representative, or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with the Government of the District of Columbia.
Current Employees
Unless granted an accommodation for a medical or religious exemption, all current District government employees must have received an initial course of vaccination (two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one dose of Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine). Unless medically or religiously exempted, employees must also receive any available booster within six weeks of becoming eligible to do so.
Position Designation: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.
Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency. Employees occupying positions designated as Emergency are required to:
- Provide advice, recommendations, and/or specific functional support necessary for the continuity of operations during a declared emergency.
- Remain at their duty station, or alternate work location (approved by their supervisor), if activated, when a situation or condition occurs and results in early dismissal for nonessential/non-emergency employees.
- Report to their duty station, when activated, on time and as scheduled when a situation or condition occurs during non-work hours, and results in the late arrival or closing of District government offices for non-essential/non-emergency employees.
- Telework during a declared emergency, instead of remaining or reporting to his or her duty station, if directed by the agency head (or designee), supervisor or manager.
- Carry or wear their official District government ID card during the period of the declared emergency, if not teleworking.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.