Overview
Program Specialist Jobs in Bronx, NY at US Veterans Health Administration
Duties
***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***
Providing administrative, clerical, and technical work in support of management and program analysis for MIRECC;
Evaluating and improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity of the organization;
Ensuring support to the organizational unit specializing in mental illness treatment and education of patients, families, and providers;
Serving as a program liaison to the various administrative and clinical services in helping the MIRECC Director and Administrative Officer maintain effective relationships, meet program objectives, and resolve problems or issues that occur;
Maintaining working relationships with academic affiliates through which grants are funded and administered;
Analyzing the program and structures, functions, processes, objectives, products, services, resource requirements, personnel management, etc.;
Preparing budget and financial reports;
Monitoring program compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and oversight bodies;
Tracking contract deadlines;
Overseeing credit card purchases and reconciling accounts;
Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence;
Answering and directing phone calls, assisting visitors to the office;
Setting up meetings and conference calls;
Performing related duties as required.
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives:
Not authorized.
Telework:
VA 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.
Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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.
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to background/security investigation
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) – See “Required Documents” below for details.
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
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Title: Program Specialist
Company: US Veterans Health Administration
Location: Bronx, NY
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