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Administrative Officer

Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Health Administration
Veterans Health Administration

Summary

The incumbent serves as a liaison between the Social Work Chief/Social Work Service and Medical Center Leadership, as well as other Services, Social Work Service staff, and representatives of agencies and institutions outside of the Medical Center. The incumbent prepares for the Social Work Chief, the annual Management Briefing, budget forecast, and all performance improvement reports to Leadership.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/22/2026 to 02/02/2026
Salary
$77,460 to - $100,703 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Dayton, OH
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
CBSR-12871018-26-KMG
Control number
855298500

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Duties

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The incumbent provides for and assists the Social Work Service (SWS) Chief with the financial and personnel management of the Social Work Service's programs and resources. Responsible for directing, planning, and managing the administrative program, and effectively utilizing resources for all the varied areas within SWSs. The primary functions of this position include planning, developing, and working with the SWS and Medical Center Leadership with reviews of initiatives, workload projections, and implementation plans (budget/resource needs). The incumbent monitors progress in line with the strategic plan, mission, and vision. The Administrative Officer performs a variety of interrelated, nonstandard duties involving a wide range of processes. These may include identification and interpretation as well as the implementation of policy and procedural regulations and may involve revising or assisting in the revision of statements or policies regarding such matters. This requires extensive knowledge of managing contracts, and a comprehensive understanding of the specific program goals, criteria, limitations, etc. The incumbent will review new or proposed regulations and report to the Social Work Chief and Leadership on the impact on the program before implementation. The incumbent coordinates with appropriate authorities (contracting officers, contract holders, etc.) to provide guidance to help assure optimal programmatic operation and compliance with guidelines. The incumbent serves as an internal consultant (serving on continuous readiness teams, ad hoc committees, board of investigation, etc.) to the professional and administrative staff in the development of initiatives consistent with these guidelines and directives. The most frequently encountered areas in which the incumbent must carry out these functions are: data analysis and validation; information security; business integrity; resource allocation recommendations; cost reduction and work simplification; purchase of major equipment; development of contracts; sharing agreements; hold a FAC COR ll certification, and performance improvement plans.

Creates reports and communicates strategic planning needs to Social Work Service leadership and, facilitates annual Management Briefing requests. Prepares annual reports and assures that all staff education is recorded in the employee's OPF and Competency Folder. Assists Chief, SWS, and Section Supervisors in capturing and assessing Service workload. Ensures that deadlines are met and that any deviations in productivity are reported to the Chief, SWS. Prepares and submits reports and studies for inclusion in the Social Work Service report of the Director. Develops a meaningful quarterly Management Briefing. Reviews new and proposed regulations for impact on the Service. Participates in identifying problems, and appraises programs and situations, providing resolutions and recommendations for improvement. Represents the Service on various Facility-level committees as assigned. Oversees and updates competency
folders for review by the JCAHO.

Responsible for the execution of the HR administrative management responsibilities related to the accomplishment of the mission. Provides recommendation, information, and/or guidance to staff on basic procedural, policy, and/or regulatory requirements related to HR such as Staffing, Classification, Benefits, Awards, and Employee and Labor Relations (ER/LR). With prior communication and approval of the Chief, the AO acts as a facilitator on individual ER/LR issues such as discipline, counseling, leave abuse, etc.; informs the Chief of potential problems and status of individual cases. In concert with the Chief, works with management and union representatives to review, investigate and recommend solutions to labor-related issues. Maintains close liaison with HR staff and refers complex requests to the appropriate HR department with prior approval of the Chief.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Administrative Officer/PD915700
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not authorized

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • 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 dentification 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)

Two-Page Resume Requirement

"Your resume may not exceed two pages in length. Any information beyond the two-page limit will not be considered in the evaluation process. Be concise and focus on your most relevant experience and accomplishments. Ensure that your resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the qualifications for the position."

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 or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 02/02/2026.

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.

You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:

  • Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-9 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: gathering information, identifying, and analyzing issues related to the service, and developing recommendations to resolve substantive problems of effectiveness and efficiency of operations in a patient administration program setting. OR,
  • Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR,
  • Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond graduate level.
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:


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.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. 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.

Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, involving sitting at a desk and utilizing a computer terminal. Work may also involve significant walking, bending, standing, and carrying light items such as papers, books, and files.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to Veteran's community. This aligns with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (or the Act) prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from requesting applicant criminal history record information before extending a conditional or tentative offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S.C § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Act, may submit a written complaint within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged non-compliance to VA at vacofairchanceact@va.gov. Applicant written complaints should include the following:

  • Administration name: Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
  • Office name, employee name and contact information or contractor who made contact (if known).
  • Date of contact.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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