Program Analyst

The primary purpose of the position is for the incumbent to provide continuous business oversight for a variety of software programs integral to the overall administration operations of the business and effects programmatic changes at the facility level. The incumbent coordinates ongoing data collection and analysis and management support to the Supervisory Administrative Officer and Associate Chief of Staff, MH&BSS through evaluating various reports and designing mechanisms to capture data.

Major Duties Include but are not limited to: Serve as a technical expert and consultant to MH&BSS leadership on data management, data mining, and data representation techniques that inform the monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of programs. Works to translate data, including telehealth and my HealtheVet related data into meaningful information for healthcare groups and management. Undergo training to become a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the MH&BSS. Prepares the procurement request packages for submission to the Regional VISN Contracting Office. Manages short-term and long-term complex contracts. Serve as the lead for purchase card holders Responsible for development, implementation and execution of the records management program for MH&BSS Service Line. Supports ad hoc request for data from MH&BSS leadership, end-users who may be unfamiliar with data analysis techniques. Assure that information on reports and dashboards is accurate, precise, reliable, actionable and used to improve quality and/or efficiency of patient care. Conducts focused monitors and audits of records created and maintained by service lines. Develops and disseminates policies and procedures, as needed, to support and supplement the VA-wide policies and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned. 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: 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Analyst/PD149510

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) 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.