Summary This position is located within the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System (VATVCBHCS), working under the general supervision of the Administrative Officer, Primary Care. The primary function of this position is to provide administrative and operational support, project management, and supervisory oversight for employing Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) to improve access for Veterans to high-quality health care in accordance with Joint Commission and VHA policies and procedures. Responsibilities THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION Duties include but are not limited to: Serves as a key member of the facility's emergency management team, contributing to disaster preparedness planning and response coordination. Leads initiatives to develop new programs and integrate national directives into existing operational frameworks, ensuring full compliance with legislative mandates and alignment with organizational priorities. Independently plans project timelines, sets deadlines, and determines tasks to be completed. Advises leadership on operational efficiencies, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices for mobile healthcare delivery. Designs and manages training programs to ensure staff readiness and adherence to Joint Commission standards and VA healthcare practices. Maintains effective communication and fosters a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensures staff are appropriately trained and licensed, safety and security protocols are followed, and contingency plans are in place for emergencies. Manages the Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) operational budget, equipment inventory, and supply chain logistics to ensure readiness and sustainability. Collaborates with fleet management and environmental services to maintain MMU vehicles and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Ensures Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) services are targeted to underserved populations and contribute to the facility's outreach and emergency response capabilities. Develops and revises local policies and procedures to ensure compliance with national standards and enhance Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) effectiveness. Prepares comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership and external stakeholders to inform decision-making and support funding requests. Coordinates with external partners such as federal agencies (e.g., FEMA, HHS), state and local government entities, and community organizations to facilitate Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) operations, emergency preparedness, and outreach initiatives. Prepares and delivers high-level briefings, reports, and correspondence to executive leadership, articulating Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) program goals, challenges, and outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 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) - See "Required Documents" below for details. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary 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, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) has been identified for this position. Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factor for this position is: A current, valid state issued Commercial Driver's License (CDL). NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current and valid state issued commercial driver's license. In addition to meeting the Selective Placement Factor (SPF) above, you must meet the following: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal Service, that is directly related to the work of the position and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties as a Supervisory Program Specialist. Specialized experience includes: providing leadership, coordination, and oversight of mobile healthcare services; managing operational budget, equipment inventory and supply chain logistics; preparing comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations; designing and managing training programs; and developing and revising local policies and procedures to ensure compliance. NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED): Successfully completed a masters or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., in a related field of the position to be filled. Education at the graduate level must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED): Equivalent combination of successfully completed graduate level education (beyond the first year) and specialized experience as described above, to meet the total experience requirements. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do to the work of this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. Experience must be clearly indicated in your resume. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Physical Requirements: Work is performed primarily sitting at a desk. Some standing, walking, bending, and lifting are required. During training, the incumbent may function in a field environment where working conditions are often rigorous and may involve extensive physical activity and lifting. The incumbent may be required to drive supportive vehicle(s). Education IMPORTANT: 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/. Additional Information Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 80 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
