ASTP, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is helping to transform the nation’s healthcare system through policies, programs, and investments. Our vision is “better health enabled by data,” which means all our work helps to advance the use and sharing of electronic health information to improve healthcare outcomes.
Created by executive order in 2004, we have made big strides in improving health care through market-shifting policies and initiatives that have dramatically changed how we share and use health information.
To help make an impact on health care through technology, come work at ASTP! We seek to attract and develop skilled professionals in the standards, technology, policy, and healthcare fields. As a relatively young agency, we value a flexible and high-performing culture that welcomes new ideas and perspectives. Our strength is our willingness to take on big challenges through innovation and resourcefulness.
ASTP Career Opportunities
Senior Legislative Analyst
As a Senior Legislative Analyst, you will be serving as an expert to the Agency in matters relating to the comprehensive and continual coordination of legislative proposals for ASTP/ONC. Providing leadership on complex, sensitive, diverse and unique legislative and political matters on pending health care and Health Information Technology (HIT) reform issues. Performing in-depth analyses of problems and issues of interest to Congress. Interpreting congressional intent on proposed legislative actions and proposes a policy position based on said legislation for the Agency.
Announcement Number: HHS-ASTP-DE-25-12587429
Position Title: Senior Legislative Analyst
Pay Plan-Series-Grade: GS-0301-15
Area of Consideration: Delegated Examining (DE)
Open Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Close Date: Friday, November 22, 2024
Announcement Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/817138300
Artificial Intelligence Technology Expert
As an Artificial Intelligence Technology Expert, you will plan, organize, and direct AI programs and projects. Serve as an agency advisor in AI application development. Develop guidelines and policies, and standards to meet the organization's requirements that may have an impact on bargaining unit employees. Design and develop AI models and algorithms. Manage the product development process, alongside the development teams to ensure timely delivery of features while maintaining high-quality standards. Collaborate with colleagues on cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams, such as engineering, design, data science, and product to ensure seamless development and execution of AI-powered products or features. Provide technical advice and support on solutions to critical AI problems, which require creativity in generating new approaches, and standards to be used by internal and external stakeholders. Develop procurement support materials, such as acquisition plans, procurement strategies, cost estimates, statements of objectives, and schedules of deliverables. Conduct training sessions for agency employees as well as outside parties to share information, promote the use of AI, and assures coordination of all activities related to assigned areas of responsibility. Assure effective operations and achievement of contractual requirements and program objectives.
Announcement Number: HHS-IOS-DH-25-12596331
Position Title: Artificial Intelligence Technology Expert
Pay Plan-Series-Grade: GS-2210-13
Area of Consideration: Direct Hire (DH)
Open Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Close Date: Monday, November 25, 2024
Applicant Limit: This announcement has a 200 applicant limit. It is strongly encouraged that any interested candidates apply the first day (Tuesday, November 12, 2024). This announcement is open for 13 days or until the first 200 applications have been received, whichever comes first.
Announcement Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/817676400
Supervisory Health Information Program Analyst
As a Supervisory Health Information Program Analyst, you will be developing the most cost effective and fiscally responsible methods to conduct program segment(s) and to solve problems. Developing and implementing program policies and plans, making critical decisions, and providing expert advice and counsel concerning approaches and options that are sound and feasible in relation to program goals, objectives and Federal budgetary and economic realities. Coordinating health information technology (HIT) policies and programs internally and with other relevant executive branch agencies.
Announcement Numbers: HHS-ASTP-DE-25-12571911 and HHS-ASTP-MP-25-12571662
Position Title: Supervisory Health Information Program Analyst
Pay Plan-Series-Grade: GS-0301-14
Area of Consideration: DE/MP
Open Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Close Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Announcement Links:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/819483200 (External Applicants)
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/819384800 (Federal Employees)
Get to Know Us
Get a feel for our ONC staff members and the work they do in our ‘Inside ASTP’ blog series. The ‘Inside ASTP’ blog series introduces you to members of the ASTP team with each new blog post and highlights an inclusive landscape of ASTP staff members, a variety of positions, and the diverse backgrounds of those working within ASTP.
How to Apply?
To view ASTP’s open positions, please see USAJOBS.gov. Before you can start applying through USAJOBS, you will first need to complete the following steps:
- Create a login.gov account
- Create a USAJOBS profile
- Create or upload a resume
Once you have found a job you are interested in:
- Prepare your job application
- Submit your application
- Check your USAJOBS account for status updates
For more information about the application process, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/Get-Started/.
Hiring Resources
- Federal Pathways Program for Students and Recent Graduates
- Schedule A Hiring Authority for Individuals with Disabilities
- Hiring Authorities for Veteran Job Seekers
Pathways to Public Service
In partnership with other HHS agencies, in 2019, ASTP initiated the Pathways to Public Service (PTPS) program to equip students of minority-serving institutions (MSIs) with the knowledge and skills needed to be viable candidates in their pursuit of careers in public service through internships and entry-level positions.
Through virtual fairs and professional development workshops, students are educated on the mission of HHS, the Federal Government’s Pathways Programs, and the federal hiring process.
Visit the PTPS program page for more specific opportunities and information for students of MSIs
Read about our Pathways to Public Service program [PDF - 265 KB]
Eligibility
The federal government uses a system for categorizing and defining jobs. A 'grade' refers to the General Schedule (GS) pay scale. It indicates the pay level for the job/position. If you haven't worked for the federal government yet, you may not be sure what grade you fall into. The table below will provide some guidance.
Grade
Level of Education Required
1 academic year above high school
2 academic years above high school OR an Associate's degree
4 academic years of post high school education leading to a bachelorʼs degree or equivalent degree
1 full academic year of graduate level education OR eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision of bachelorʼs degree
2 full academic years of graduate level education, OR a masterʼs degree or equivalent graduate degree
PhD or equivalent degree
For specific salaries by grade and locality, please visit OPM’s website and view their GS Pay Tables for the applicable year.