Assists the Chief, Dental Service to manage financial and human resources, personnel actions, internal control, logistics, budget, strategic planning, and general administration related to the dental service functions. Functions as the primary administrative point of contact for the service with New Orleans VAMC and VISN executive leadership.
Accountability Holds self and others to high personal and professional standards by producing high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Accepts responsibility for individual and team successes and failures. Performs work in a thorough and conscientious manner. Double-checks the accuracy of information and products to provide consistently accurate and high-quality work.
Manages and resolves conflicts, confrontations, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact. Assesses the needs of clients and customers and provides information or assistance to resolve their problems and satisfy their expectations. Uses knowledge of available products and services to deliver high-quality support. Adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
Gathers, organizes, maintains, and delivers relevant information for a specified need or requirement. Determines the importance and accuracy of information and works to ensure its completeness. Aids with civilian personnel actions, allocations, and utilization.
Advises and provides information to supervisors and employees on matters related to civilian personnel administration, disciplinary problems, counseling, leave abuse history, evaluation requirements and procedures, etc. Maintains close liaison with Human Resources Management Service. Planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
Works and communicates with clients and customers (e.g., any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit provides, including individuals who work in your agency or in other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to satisfy their expectations. Committed to quality services. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday; 07:30am- 04:00pm; subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Administrative Officer/PD076540 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
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aleatrice.thomas@va.gov · 769-226-0441
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $61722 – $80243/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-18.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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