Ethics Program Analyst

Job Family:

Office Services (Digital)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for an Ethics Program Analyst to support the NIH Ethics Program.This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

• Conduct initial technical and/or conflict reviews on the ethics documents and requests.

• Review documents for completeness and accuracy of submission.

• Review submission for ethics compliance with governing statutes and regulations.

• Work with staff to review other ethics actions to include, but not limited to, financial disclosures, outside activity requests, through the NIH Enterprise Ethics System (NEES).

• Adhere to internal process for receipt and proper routing of forms.

• Compose standard email notices and responses.

• Communicate with employees to explain Ethics information to employees and respond to Ethics questions and issues.

• Maintain the Ethics Management Information System (EMIS) and NIH Enterprise Ethics System (NEES) for employees.

• Use various tracking systems, e. g., EMIS and NEES, to routinely track ethics actions and to provide reports.

• Maintain current knowledge of ethics statutes, regulations, legal decisions, policies and procedures and their relationship to the functions of the Office.

• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions for ethics specialists.

• Develop and update presentation and training materials.

• Conduct analyses and prepare reports on ethics considerations; recommend policy or procedural changes as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate records of phone and e-mail communications with employees and office staff in resolving issues and problems.

• Work with staff to organize and maintain shared drive to maintain resources, SOPs, templates, and final documentation.

• Work with staff to update and develop materials and resources for the office intranet website.

• Maintain the internal Ethics Branch tracking system.

• Develop, implement, and maintain accessible administrative filing systems.

• Answer inquiries and questions pertinent to submissions as well as general information regarding these matters.

• Identify potential conflicts of interest; determine resolution of conflicts of interest.

• Analyze background information; communicate with staff and/or employee to obtain background information.

• Review submitted documents (request package) for completeness and accuracy.

• Conduct first level review and analysis of all requests for outside and official duty activities, and other actions submitted for ethics review and clearance.

• Schedule Ethics training sessions for employees.

• Provide guidance and assistance in drafting administrative policies and procedures.

• Work with staff to translate requirements and directives to draft standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Communicate with employees regarding explanation of Ethics information to staff; respond to Ethics questions and issues.

• Ensure the timely distribution of new or revised guidelines or explanations of ambiguous requirements.

• Disseminate information to staff summarizing regulations and information from the Office of Government Ethics or the HHS Office of the General Counsel, Ethics Division.

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What You Will Need:

• Associates degree

• At least three (3) years of experience working in general business setting.

• Knowledge of basic ethical procedures

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Attention to detail.

• MS Office

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Previous experience working on ethics documents and/or in an ethics office.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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