Program Specialist

The position is in the Office of the Director of the under the direct supervision of the Medical Center Director. The purpose of the position is to plan, coordinate, execute and evaluate as well as direct and perform all administrative functions that include administration, budget, finance and programanalysis, logistics, and a variety of related administrative matters in support of the medical facility while maintaining the operations of the Office of the Medical Center Director's programs.

Major duties include, but not limited to: Performs program analysis and administrative studies to evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity of Medical Center operations. Analyzes policies, procedures, and workflow processes to identify issues and recommend improvements to leadership. Develops, maintains, and evaluates reporting systems, dashboards, and tracking tools to support management oversight. Reviews and validates data, reports, and other management products for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements. Prepares written summaries, presentations, and briefing materials for the Medical Center Director and senior leaders. Coordinates with service chiefs, supervisors, and staff to obtain information, resolve problems, and support facility initiatives. Monitors assigned projects and ensures milestones, suspense dates, and deliverables are met. Assists in developing local procedures, directives, and process improvements to strengthen operations. Interprets VA policies, directives, and operational guidance to support program administration and decision-making. Communicates findings, options, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders in a clear and professional manner. Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm (Subject to change based on the needs of the agency.) Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Specialist/PD048460 and PD048470 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortable to do the work. However, theremay be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.