Program Specialist

The primary purpose of the position is performs a diversity of complex tasks and operational functions associated with the provision of direct patient care. Provides operational management, resource supervision and monitoring, and program oversight, in support of the access and delivery of emergency patient care.

Major duties will include but not be limited: Manages, reviews, and coordinates procurement activities in the Emergency Service. Responsible for verifying accuracy and responds to all suspenses that come to the Emergency Department. Functions as the primary timekeeper for the Emergency Service Develops, promotes and maintains good relationships with a variety of groups. Gathers, assembles and analyzes facts and presents oral and written reports if compiled data to the Service Chief. Responsible for formulation and execution of annual budgets including salaries, overtime, travel, education, supplies, equipment, contracting, and all other general operating expenses Responsible for the administration of FTEE management to include maintaining service organizational chart, entering FTEE requests, position classification, developing and maintaining service Position Descriptions & Functional Statements. Work Schedule: Monday Through Friday 07:00am - 3:30pm Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. 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/PD01878-O Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.