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 is to provide administrative and operational support—project management—and supervisory oversight for Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) to improve access for Veterans to high-quality health care in accordance with Joint Commission and VHA policies and procedures.

Selective Placement Factor: A current, valid, state‑issued Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Applicants without a current CDL are ineligible. If an interview is requested, you must provide proof of a valid CDL.

Specialized

Experience:

One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS‑7) in the Federal Service directly related to the work of the position. Experience must be fully documented on your resume and include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates, and hours worked per week.

Key experience includes: managing or coordinating a fleet of commercial motor vehicles or mobile units—scheduling, deployment, compliance, and maintaining vehicle records; planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance requirements for commercial motor vehicles; tracking vehicle readiness and safety compliance; managing operational budget, equipment inventory, and supply‑chain logistics; preparing comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations; and developing and revising local policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

Substitution of education for experience (transcript required): Successfully completed a master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D. in a related field. Transcripts must be submitted; education cannot be credited without documentation.

Combination of experience and education (transcript required): Equivalent combination of graduate education beyond the first year and specialized experience as described above to meet total experience requirements. Transcripts must be submitted; education cannot be credited without documentation.

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• THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION – YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION.
• 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 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 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 MMU operations, emergency preparedness, and outreach initiatives.
• Prepares and delivers high‑level briefings, reports, and correspondence to executive leadership, articulating 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.