Where Do We Go From Here Fellowship Programs and Other Opportunities for the Recently Graduated

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Where Do We Go From Here?Fellowship Programs and
Other Opportunities for the Recently Graduated

• Presented By Tiffany M. Pertillar
• September 17, 2007

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Outline

• The Presidents Management Fellowship
• The Emerging Leaders Program
• The HRSA Scholars Program
• The Commissioned Corps
• Interview Tips
• Recap
• QA!

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The Presidents Management Fellowship

• The purpose of the Program is to attract to the
  Federal service outstanding men and women from a
  variety of academic disciplines and career paths
  who have a clear interest in, and commitment to,
  excellence in the leadership and management of
  public policies and programs.
• President George W.
  Bush                

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The Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF)

• Established in 1977
• Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
• An Extension of the PMI
• Apply Theory to Practice
• Possibilities are Endless

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The Presidents Management Fellowship (PMI)

• Variety of Academic Disciplines and Career Paths
• Interest in the Public Policies and Program
  Management
• Commitment to Excellence and Leadership

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Eligibility

• Advanced Degree Graduate Student from a
  Qualifying University
• Accomplishment
• Leadership
• Commitment to Excellence
• Citizenship
• Non-US citizens limited opportunity

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Nomination Process

• Competitive Nomination Process
• MUST be Nominated by the Schools Nominating
  Official
• Competitive Screening Process
• Check with School on the Deadlines

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Assessment Process

• NO Letters of Recommendation
• Rigorous Assessment
• Analytical Problem Solving
• OPM Leadership Competencies
• Written Communication
• Objectively Scored Assessment in January
• Notified as Finalist in February

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Appointment

• Official Announcement of Selection as Finalist
• Completion of all Graduate Degree Requirements
• Completion of Background Investigation
• One year (12 months) to become Appointed

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Appointment

• Initial Period is 2 years
• May be approved for an extension of 120 days OR
  an extension of 1 year
• Initial Appointments at levels GS-9, GS-11, or
  GS-12
• Minimum Step 1 rate
• Promotion to GS-13 is possible

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The Perks

• Federal Benefits
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Federal Employees Retirement System
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Development

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How to Apply

• Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS www.USAJOBS.gov
• How to Apply\PMF Application
• https//www.pmf.opm.gov/index.aspx
• The PMF website https//www.pmf.opm.gov/

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The Emerging Leaders Program
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The Emerging Leaders Program Overview

• Established in 2000 (President Clinton)
• Department of Health and Human Services
• Various Academic Backgrounds
• Combat Emerging Public Health Challenges

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The Emerging Leaders Program Overview

• Variety of Academic Disciplines and Career Paths
• Interest in the Public Policies and Program
  Management
• Commitment to Excellence and Leadership

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Eligibility

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have a Professional Degree
• Professional Fields Include
• Public Health
• Social Sciences
• IT
• Scientific
• Administrative

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Application Process

• Online Application November 2007
• Include a Resume and/or CV
• Outline paid and unpaid work experience
• Honors Received
• Extra Curricular Experience
• Special Skills and Leadership Roles
• Include a Short Cover Letter
• Summarize Qualifications

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Application Process

• Include Two Letters of Recommendation
• One Academic and One Professional
• Analytical Ability, Communication Skills,
  Leadership Potential
• Business Letterhead w/ signatures
• Include a Self-Addressed Stamped Postcard
• Must be postmarked
• Transcripts will be requested

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Career Tracks

• Public Health Educator
• Public Health Program Advisor/Specialist
• Social Science Analyst
• Civil Rights Analyst
• Health Insurance Administration

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The Emerging Leaders Program

• Two year commitment
• First year 60-90 Day Rotations within the
  Operating Divisions within the HHS
  http//www.hhs.gov/about/index.htmlagencies
• Second year Work specifically within the OD you
  were hired
• Mentor for Guidance and Career
• Development

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The Emerging Leaders Program

• Initial Period is 2 years
• May be approved for an extension of 1 year
• Initial Appointments at level GS-9
• Minimum Step 1 rate
• Opportunity to Advance to GS-11
• Completion of program GS-12

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The Perks

• Federal Benefits
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Federal Employees Retirement System
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Development

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How to Apply

• Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS www.USAJOBS.gov
• Choose a Career Path from https//www.hhs.gov/jobs
  /elp
• Email Questions to emerging.leaders_at_hhs.gov

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The Health Resources and Services Administration
Scholarship Program
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The HRSA Scholars Program

• Established in 2001
• Department of Health and Human Services
• HRSA
• Various Academic Backgrounds
• Combat Future Challenges in
• Public Health

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The HRSA Scholars Program

• Variety of Academic Disciplines and Career Paths
  (Public Health, Administrative)
• Interest in the Public Policies and Program
  Management
• Commitment to Excellence and Leadership

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The HRSA Scholars Program

• Designed to enhance HRSAs ability to
• Recruit
• Train
• Develop
• Retain
• quality individuals for professional positions

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The HRSA Scholars Program

• Highly Structured
• Individualized
• 12-month commitment to the Training and
  Development Curriculum

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Eligibility

• One year of specialized experience
• Masters or Equivalent Graduate Degree
• LL.B or J.D., if related
• Combination of graduate education and specialized
  experience

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What is Expected of You as a Scholar

• Proactive
• Independent
• Resourceful
• Innovative
• Complete all Program Requirements within 12 months

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What You Should Expect as a Scholar

• Orientation to HRSA Programs
• Presentations by Key Bureau Officials
• Basic Project Officer Training
• Grants Management
• Federal Budget Process
• Legislative Process
• Appropriations Law

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The HRSA Scholars Program

• Initial Period is one year
• Upon completion Scholars are assigned a permanent
  position
• Initial Appointments at level GS-9
• Minimum Step 1 rate
• Upon completion Scholars MAY be
• promoted to the next grade level

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The Perks

• Federal Benefits
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Federal Employees Retirement System
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Development

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How to Apply

• Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS www.USAJOBS.gov
• HRSA Job Opportunities www.hrsa.gov
• For More Information
• www.hrsa.gov/about/scholars.html

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The Commissioned Corps

• More than 200 years of Service
• An Elite Team of 6,000 highly qualified public
  health professionals
• Dedicated to the Nation's public health
• Promotion
• Disease Prevention
• Advancing Public Health Science

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The Commissioned Corps The Role of Social
Workers

• Wide range of professions within three primary
  subcategories
• Clinical specialties
• Health education and administration specialties
• Basic and applied sciences.
• Work throughout HHS and other
• Federal agencies and programs

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The Commissioned Corps The Role of Social
Workers

• Treat patients in underserved and disadvantaged
  areas
• Respond to public health emergencies and natural
  disasters
• Educate communities about health
• Work in science or health administration
• Concentrate on areas within your specialty

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The Commissioned Corps

• Starting base pay and potential bonuses vary
• Base pay increases with promotions and years of
  service
• Tax-free compensation is provided for housing and
  meals

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The Perks

• Thirty days of paid vacation per yearbeginning
  the first year
• Paid sick and maternity leave
• Paid Federal holidays
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• A retirement plan
• Thrift Savings Plan
• Low-cost life and health insurance

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The Perks

• Loan Repayment Program
• Paid moving expenses and relocation expenses
• Access to military bases and space-available
  flights on military aircraft
• Veterans Affairs benefits

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Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Less than 44 years of age
• Pass a physical examination.
• Health Services Officers also need
• A qualifying degree from an accredited program
• A current, unrestricted, and valid
• license

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How to Apply

• Call 1-800-2791605 or
• Apply online http//www.usphs.gov/applynow/ecad.as
  px
• For More Information, visit http//www.usphs.gov/d
  efault.aspx

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The Interview What Search Committees Want

• Reread your application
• Know your essays, activities, transcripts, and
  academic plan thoroughly
• Reread the description of the fellowship provided
  in the application packet
• Think about how you fit in with the goals of the
  program

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The Interview What Search Committees Want

• Outline a general strategy
• Things about yourself youd like to emphasize
• Practice!
• Do a Mock Interview with faculty
• Brainstorm a list of potential questions

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A Few Tips for the Interview

• Keep a Sense Humor and be Energetic
• Share your Thoughts and Convictions
• Body Languages is Key
• Breathe
• Smile and Keep Eye Contact
• Sit Tall
• Take your Time
• Be Honest
• Take Pride in your Accomplishments
• Dont be Afraid to say I Dont Know or ask
• questions

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Conclusion

• Congratulations on your accomplishments
• A review of the 3 Fellowship Programs and the
  Commissioned Corps
• Make Sure Youre ready!

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References

• For Job Vacancies www.USAJOBS.gov
• For the Presidential Management Fellowship
  https//www.pmf.opm.gov
• For Salaries and Pay Scales http//www.opm.gov
• For list of HHS Agencies and Operating Divisions
  http//www.hhs.gov/about/index.htmlagencies
• For the Emerging Leaders Program
• https//www.hhs.gov/jobs/elp
• http//www.hhs.gov/careers/elp.html
• http//hhsu.learning.hhs.gov/elp/
• For the HRSA Scholars Program
• www.hrsa.gov
• www.hrsa.gov/about/scholars.html
• For the Commissioned Corps http//www.usphs.gov/
  applynow/ecad.aspx
• http//www.usphs.gov/default.aspx
• For Interview Tips http//www.career.cornell.edu
  /fellowships/interview.html
• http//www.grad.uiuc.edu/careerservices/academic/i
  nterviews/intvw_quest.html

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