This position is in the Office of the Chief of the Mental Health Service line at the VA Health Care System in Roseburg, Oregon. The primary purpose of the position is to provide program and administrative support to the Administrative Officer and the Chief of Mental Health Services to the following program areas: Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, Addiction Treatment, Recreation Service Residential Care Coordination.
Summary
This position is in the Office of the Chief of the Mental Health Service line at the VA Health Care System in Roseburg, Oregon. The primary purpose of the position is to provide program and administrative support to the Administrative Officer and the Chief of Mental Health Services to the following program areas: Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, Addiction Treatment, Recreation Service Residential Care Coordination.
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.
Major Duties:
Assist with personnel management functions in recruitment and staffing, incentive awards, employee relations, and training.
Prepare various personnel action and recruitment forms to be submitted to human resources, to include official word documents and forms for incentive award and/or recommendations going to the Awards Committee.
Prepares written documents for Title 38 pay recommendations, e.g., SAA (Special Advancement for Achievement) and SAP (Special Advancement for Performance) and submits package to the Professional Standards Board.
Performs necessary research related to human resources management issues.
Assists the AO in the preparation of SF-182 (Request for Training) and other related training documentation and serves as TMS (Talent Management System) administrator in assisting with coordinating TMS or other training activities for the mental health staff.
Calls to attention problems that require agency HR office intervention and/or correction.
Makes recommendation to the AO in projecting staffing plans, appraisals, and training requests.
The incumbent initiates and manages personnel activities, i.e., writing position descriptions, recruitment requests, managing employee access, and coordination of annual proficiencies and evaluations.
Assists the AO in anticipating vacancies for a 100+ FTEE Service and prepares required documents to Submit requests to HRMS and position management with justification for recruitment.
Maintains service organizational chart and functional statements/position descriptions.
Assists in coordinating the mid-cycle and annual performance evaluation process for the Service.
Prepares and monitors various workload and cost reports for use within the service, submits to facility and VISN management as required.
Analyzes each cost item pertaining to labor, training, travel, space requirements, equipment, pay estimates for contractors, supplies, purchases, etc., to determine proper sequence required for each action.
Ensures funds are available to cover charges for all items related to expenses of the organization. If funds are not sufficient to cover charges, the incumbent works with organization personnel to obtain the funds.
Incumbent participates in reviewing office needs, plans, and goals to develop budget data and justification for review and approval.
Develops monthly variance reports and submits to the Administrative Officer for review and approval.
Develops budget correspondence, reviews requests for new or revised reports to determine if they are needed, whether they can be simplified or consolidated with existing reports and improvements in preparation instructions as needed.
Coordinates the submission of reports of survey, budgets, management briefing, and other similar reports from the subunits.
Monitors fiscal resources of the organization, assisting the Administrative Officer in projection.
Provides projections for upcoming travel, equipment, supplies, etc. Utilizes IFCAP and FCP processes and assists in planning/control responsibilities to resolve funding problems and maintains fund control points.
Work Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday Position Description Title/PD#: Administrative Support Assistant (OA)/PD306610 and PD306630 Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; or driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
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.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
GS-06 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the federal service) that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: extract information from various sources to analyze and apply standard interviewing or surveying techniques to resolve issues; use word processing and various software programs to create, modify, and retrieve various types of documents, written correspondence and reports; maintain assigned vehicles and their maintenance requirements; assists in development of informational handouts, brochures, and guideline materials; manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Note: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position AND the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
GS-07 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service) that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: establishes protocols for incoming data and organizes computerized data sets; extract information from various sources to analyze and apply standard interviewing or surveying techniques to resolve issues; use word processing and various software programs to create, modify, and retrieve various types of documents, written correspondence and reports; maintain assigned vehicles and their maintenance requirements; assists in development of informational handouts, brochures, and guideline materials; manage multiple assignments simultaneously; interprets administrative policies, assists in developing or implementing local policies, defines administrative requirements and/or provides advice to management on related issues. Note: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position AND the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Typing Proficiency: In addition to meeting the experience requirements, you must be able to type at least 40 words per minute.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
A 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.
Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/30/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12625784.
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2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
Note: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Roseburg VA Medical Center
913 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
Roseburg, OR 97471
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/30/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12625784.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
Note: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Roseburg VA Medical Center
913 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard
Roseburg, OR 97471
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
