Program Analyst
What you'd do
These positions are located in the Contracts Management Directorate of Integrated External Networks (IEN) in Washington, DC and Denver, CO. These Program Analysts provide a wide variety of technical and administrative responsibilities to support a full range of contract administration responsibilities for community care or ancillary contracts.
Major duties
Performs a variety of critical contract functions/tasks as delegated by Contracting Officers, serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR); Serves as an integral point of contact for contracts, associated functions, and required terms and conditions, including those for contracted services needed to support organizational mission activities, including those impacting Veteran access to healthcare. Contract sizes can range between large to multiple small/medium level contracts and may vary in complexity; Assigned to multiple contracts, depending on the level of complexity and time required; Provides evidence-based input on contract-related tasks, items, and functions from contract modifications/change orders to related reports, briefings, and other aspects of internal administrative contract support; Monitors contractor performance to ensure compliance with technical requirements and schedules of contracts; Functions include such actions as inspecting, testing, and accepting contract line items, monitoring contractor performance, and reviewing and/or recommending approval/disapproval of vouchers/invoices to the contracting officer, etc.; Project scheduling, developing and administering risk management plans, to include defining the scope of the risk and any associated mitigation plans, supporting execution of communication plans (to include leadership briefings), supporting training delivery, and creating/supporting project documentation (charters, scopes, resource plans, etc.); Defines scope of procedural gaps and provides recommendations on desk procedure updates to account for changes in programs, contracts, or internal procedures; Participates in quarterly Performance Management Reviews (PMR) to discuss contractual performance among the non-VA Third-Party Administrators, Program Management Officials, Program Managers, and other Key Stakeholders; Composes, types, and prepares for signature responses to inquiries in cases where written replies are required. Responds to contract administration questions from VA stakeholders, management officials, and business owners; Performs related duties as required. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized.
What you need to qualify
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS One year specialized experience that equipped you with the 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. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include: reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, and applying administrative laws, regulations, and operating policies related to healthcare operations/programs; managing projects/programs by planning, scheduling, organizing, and monitoring work performance and meeting established target dates; managing contracts and modifications; communicate issues surrounding contract performance and mitigation activities; knowledge of healthcare industry practices to process medical claims and reimbursements; and using automated systems and office software applications to analyze data, conduct research, and prepare reports. This experience must be detailed in your resume to receive credit. `OR~ A Ph.D., equivalent doctoral degree, 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. in a related field from an accredited institution that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. Transcripts required. ~OR~ An equivalent combination of specialized experience and progressively higher level graduate education, as described, that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience must be detailed in your resume and transcripts required. 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. 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/.
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