Office of Management Services
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Office of Management Services (OMS), within the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, is responsible for the administrative backbone that supports the agency's research and operational activities.
Mission
The mission of OMS is to provide comprehensive management support to AHRQ, ensuring that administrative services like financial management, human resources, and contract administration are conducted with efficiency and effectiveness. This office aims to support AHRQ's mission by managing resources wisely and maintaining operational excellence.
Parent organization
OMS is a part of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), which is housed under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Legislation
The office does not have its own establishing legislation but is integral to AHRQ, which was authorized by the Healthcare Research and Quality Act of 1999.
Partners
While not explicitly listing partners, OMS works closely with:
- Other AHRQ offices and centers
- Federal and state agencies for administrative coordination
- Contractors and grantees for operational support
Number of employees
The number of employees specifically within OMS is not publicly detailed.
Organization structure
- Division of Financial Management, Performance, and Evaluation oversees budgeting and financial oversight.
- Division of Grants Management manages the administration of grants.
- Division of Human Capital and Resources Management deals with personnel and HR issues.
List of programs
- Budget Formulation and Execution
- Grants Management Services
- Human Resources Management
- Administrative and Operational Support Services
Last total enacted budget
The budget for OMS is not separately listed from AHRQ's overall budget.
Leader
OMS is led by a Director who also serves as the AHRQ Chief Operating Officer.
Services provided
OMS provides crucial administrative services to AHRQ, including financial management, grants and contracts administration, human resources management, and operational support. This includes oversight of budget processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, managing employee training and development, and supporting the physical and logistical needs of the agency.
Regulations overseen
OMS does not directly oversee regulations but ensures AHRQ's compliance with federal administrative regulations concerning finance, human resources, and procurement.
Headquarters address
5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857 (AHRQ's main headquarters)
Website
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Office of Management Services; for related information, see wikipedia:Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.