About the opportunity
This position is located at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. The Medical Readiness Specialist plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Medical Readiness Program, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements. The role serves as the Medical Readiness Manager and technical advisor to the Military Treatment Facility Commander, developing plans for medical contingency response, training, and equipment for real-world events and deployments. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates, and salary negotiation may be available for those new to Federal service.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $83,935 – $109,122 per annum
- Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates
- Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service
- Federal employee benefits package
Who can apply?
- Must meet one of the specific employment authority categories (e.g., 30% or more disabled veterans, current permanent DoD civilian employees, military spouses, etc.)
- Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the federal service
- Alternatively, must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a relevant field
- A combination of education and experience may be used to meet the 100% requirement
- Applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must meet the 52-week time-in-grade requirement at the GS-9 level
- Must be a U.S. citizen
Required documents
- Resume (maximum two pages, including specific work details)
- Responses to the online questionnaire
- Proof of eligibility to apply (varies by authority)
- SF-50 (if applicable for time-in-grade documentation)
- Transcripts (if qualifying based on education)
- Cover letter (optional)
- Most recent performance appraisal (if applicable)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 2026-09-24
How to apply
- Log into your USAJOBS account
- Complete the online questionnaire
- Submit the required documentation through the USAJOBS portal
- Verify that the application package is complete and accurate before the closing date
Additional information
- This position requires a 1-year probationary period
- Direct deposit of pay is required
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Background in medical readiness or contingency planning
- Experience equivalent to GS-09 federal service or an advanced doctoral degree
- Ability to serve as a technical advisor in a military medical environment
What should you think carefully about?
- Must meet specific employment authority categories such as veteran status or military spouse preference
- Relocation expenses are not authorized, so applicants should be prepared to manage their own move to Tacoma
- Requires a one-year probationary period
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a strategic move for a professional looking to apply their expertise in medical program management within a high-stakes military treatment facility. It provides a platform to influence contingency response and facility operations, making it a great fit for someone aiming to build a career in federal health administration.
Our take
Professionals with a strong background in medical readiness who meet the specific federal hiring authorities should apply. Those who do not meet the eligibility categories or who are not prepared for a permanent on-site role in Washington state should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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