Administrative Officer

This position is located at the Yankton Service Unit, Wagner, SD, a freestanding ambulatory health care center that provides outpatient primary care, dental, ophthalmology, behavioral health, and community health services to the people of the Yankton Sioux reservation. The purpose of the position is to serve as the Administrative Officer to conduct and supervise daily administrative and management duties. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Participates in the overall planning, development and implementation of health service standards and quality control, including the review and evaluation of existing health programs, operational activities and establishing standards for the clinic and other services to assure a high-quality health care system which meets program objectives and accrediting standards, such as IHS, CMS, GPRA, and AAAHC. Provides routine management activities and shares in the responsibility of complying with all requests for reports within the specified submission dates. Participates as a member of the executive management team in the planning, interpretation and implementation of policies, guidelines, statutes, and directives from all levels of the department. Oversees personnel management activities including position management, recruitment, staffing, and employee relations. Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job:

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.