Supervisory Information Technology Specialist

This position is located in the Nashville Area Office of the Indian Health Service in Nashville, Tennessee. The primary purpose of the position is to direct, coordinate, and evaluate information technology services and resources supporting the Nashville Area Office and Service Unit clinical, administrative, financial, and operational programs. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Major duties: Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: IT Specialist Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Direct the Area's information technology program, setting priorities for systems, healthcare applications, telecommunications, technical support, and service delivery across the Area Office and Service Units. Oversee the operation, security, reliability, and improvement of information systems; coordinate responses to major outages, cybersecurity events, and other service disruptions. Develop IT resource and budget requirements, support technology acquisitions, and coordinate contractor and vendor services. Supervise IT staff, including a subordinate supervisor; assign work, evaluate performance, develop employees, and advise senior leadership on technology needs, risks, and priorities. Requirements: 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 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.