Deputy Director

National Institutes of Health · Montgomery County, Maryland, US

Posted July 30, 2026

Business & ManagementGeneral

USD 169,279 – 197,200

About this role

In order to qualify for a Supervisory Technical Information Specialist, GS-1412 position, you must have: A full 4-year course of study that meets all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with major study in the subject-matter field of the position to be filled; OR Four (4) years of experience that provided a knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, and terminology of a discipline or subject-matter field; an understanding of the standard methods, procedures, and techniques of research and analysis in the subject-matter field; and where appropriate, ability to read and comprehend nontechnical material in one or more foreign languages. Such experience is equivalent to that which would have been gained through a 4-year college curriculum; OR A combination of education and experience as described above. In addition, in order to qualify for a Supervisory Technical Information Specialist, GS-1412 position at the GS-15 level, you must have: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) managing the operations of a program including formulating, establishing and interpreting policies and developing and implementing long term and operational plans; 2) recommending changes to policies, programs, allocation of resources and organizational structures as required; 3) serving as an authority and spokesperson on services and resources for library and information science professionals, health professionals, researchers, clinicians and the general public; and 4) overseeing the performance of subordinate staff and provide counseling, advice, and instruction concerning both technical and administrative matters. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12970910

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