Supervisory Program Specialist

Summary

This position is located within the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System (VATVCBHCS), working under the general supervision of the Administrative Officer, Primary Care. The primary function of this position is to provide administrative and operational support, project management, and supervisory oversight for employing Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) to improve access for Veterans to high-quality health care in accordance with Joint Commission and VHA policies and procedures.

Duties

• THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Duties include but are not limited to: Serves as a key member of the facility's.
• Emergency management team, contributing to disaster preparedness planning and response coordination.
• Leads initiatives to develop new programs and integrate national directives into existing operational frameworks, ensuring full compliance with legislative mandates and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Independently plans project timelines, sets deadlines, and determines tasks to be completed.
• Advises leadership on operational efficiencies, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices for mobile healthcare delivery.
• Designs and manages training programs to ensure staff readiness and adherence to Joint Commission standards and VA healthcare practices.
• Maintains effective communication and fosters a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensures staff are appropriately trained and licensed, safety and security protocols are followed, and contingency plans are in place for emergencies.
• Manages the Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) operational budget, equipment inventory, and supply chain logistics to ensure readiness and sustainability.
• Collaborates with fleet management and environmental services to maintain MMU vehicles and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensures Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) services are targeted to underserved populations and contribute to the facility's outreach and emergency response capabilities.
• Develops and revises local policies and procedures to ensure compliance with national standards and enhance Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) effectiveness.
• Prepares comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership and external stakeholders to inform decision-making and support funding requests.
• Coordinates with external partners such as federal agencies (e.g., FEMA, HHS), state and local government entities, and community organizations to facilitate Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) operations, emergency preparedness, and outreach initiatives.
• Prepares and delivers high-level briefings, reports, and correspondence to executive leadership, articulating Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) program goals, challenges, and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work Schedule: Full time, Monday.
• Thursday, 7:00 am.
• 5:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved.

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.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: Work is performed primarily sitting at a desk.
• Some standing, walking, bending, and lifting are required.
• During training, the incumbent may function in a field environment where working conditions are often rigorous and may involve extensive physical activity and lifting.
• The incumbent may be required to drive supportive vehicle(s).
• 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).
• See "Required Documents" below for details.
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary 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.
• Upon completion of your probationary, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Education

IMPORTANT: 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/.

Required Documents

• Please ensure your resume include up-to-date contact information (phone number(s), email address(s), etc.) To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
• The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former.
• Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans.
• Preference claims, or.
• ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced.
• Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Cover Letter.
• DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) Other (1) Other (2) Resume Separation Notice (RIF).
• SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript.
• Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible.
• Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor.
• Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your.
• DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.).
• If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable,.
• General, etc.), and dates of impending separation.
• Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible.
• Veterans) must also submit an.
• SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran.
• Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on.
• Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets.
• 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.
• It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and 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.
• Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u),.
• Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities (i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities), and/or disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
• For more information on how to apply using this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator within the office, contact the facility Human Resources Department at (956) 291-9000.