About the opportunity
The Supervisory Medical Administration Specialist is located in the Health Administration Service (HAS) of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC. The primary reason for this position is to provide managerial leadership, monitoring, and expert technical health administration guidance, as well as other consultative and support services. Duties include overseeing scheduling functions for the southern region of the Charleston VA medical center, coordinating quality assurance programs, conducting special projects, maintaining resource awareness, and establishing cost management and cost reduction measures.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $74,678 to $97,087 per annum
- Comprehensive federal benefits package available through VA Careers
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must meet all qualification and time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement
- Current federal employees with a GS grade in the past 52 weeks must meet 52 weeks at the GS-09 level for this GS-11 position
- Specialized experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-09) in the normal line of progression
- Alternatively, qualifications may be met through education (Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education, or related LL.M.) or a combination of education and experience
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel
Required documents
- Resume (maximum two pages)
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (most recent, plus additional if needed to demonstrate time-in-grade eligibility)
- Transcript (if basing qualifications on education)
- Other applicable documents such as performance appraisals, separation notices, or veterans preference documentation
When to apply
- Opening Date: September 3, 2026
- Closing Date: September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create or log into a USAJOBS account
- Prepare a resume adhering to the two-page limit
- Complete the initial online application questionnaire
- Upload all required supporting documentation such as your resume, SF-50, and transcripts
- Submit the complete application package by the closing date
- Complete any required online USA Hire Assessments when notified via email and application screen
Additional information
- This position requires serving a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period
- Telework (ad-hoc) may be authorized and will be discussed during the interview process
- This is not a virtual position
- Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting criminal history prior to a tentative job offer
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…
- Current federal employees with GS-09 experience seeking a supervisory promotion
- Professionals with a strong background in health administration, scheduling, and quality assurance
- Candidates who thrive in a structured, policy-driven medical center environment
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is strictly on-site in Charleston, SC, with only ad-hoc telework possibilities
- Requires a 1-year probationary or 2-year trial period upon appointment
- Applicants must meet strict time-in-grade requirements by the closing date
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a strategic move for an administrative professional aiming to step into a leadership capacity within the VA. It offers the chance to influence regional scheduling and cost-management policies, making it a strong stepping stone for those pursuing a career in federal health systems management.
Our take
This is a strong opportunity for experienced federal health administrators ready for a supervisory role. Those seeking remote work or who lack the required GS-09 time-in-grade will find this role unsuitable.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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