Supervisory Program Analyst

The Supervisory Program Analyst (SPA) position is located in the Office of Medicine Service at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System and serves as the coordinator, advisor, analyst, and planner for the delivery of health care services. Major duties: This position will report to the Medicine Business Manager and is responsible for the direct supervision of 2-4 GS-7 Program Support Assistants and the administrative oversight for the Internal Medicine Hospitalist Section as well as the Infectious Disease section. The SPA assists in the design, implementation, modification, and maintenance of quality management and risk management programs within Medicine Service by applying specialized knowledge of health care operations to the planning, organization, and evaluation of the delivery of services. The SPA exercises discretion and judgment in determining the priority of projects to complete, coordinate and delegate administrative functions. The responsibilities and span of control of the SPA are quite complex, extensive and varied. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Maintains and improves systems of delivering health care by developing better programs and policies, and improving utilization of resources. Develops goals and objectives for Medicine Service and translates these into specific actions and policies. Analyzes the need for and facilitates the purchase of equipment and expendable supplies, overseeing the use of funds allocated to the control points. Assists in budget projections for his/her assigned Sections and submits staffing requests to Executive Resource Board for approval to hire additional FTEE and fill vacancies. Submits requests for classification of position descriptions and functional statements, recruitment requests, and ER/LR actions. Acts as a subject matter expert and facilitates resolution of issues involving Human Resources, EEO, Privacy, Police, and local labor organizations for the Section Chiefs and their assigned personnel. Evaluates work performance and develops performance standards. Advises top management of elements considered unacceptable from the standpoint of quality and utilization of resources. Meet the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Recommends approval of internal review findings along with corrective measures for noted deficiencies to Medicine Service leadership. 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: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Program Analyst/PD118810 and PD149050 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements: 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. 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 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.