VA Hudson Valley is looking to fill the position of a Government Information Specialist at it's Montrose or Castle Point and must travel to both campuses as needed. The position provides comprehensive support in the execution, oversight, and continuous advancement of Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability ACT (HIPAA), Privacy, and Records Management operations across VA Hudson Valley Health Care System (VAHVHCS).
The position functions as a critical extension of the Privacy/FOIA Program, contributing to the planning, coordination, and administration of all program components. The work supports the implementation of statutory and regulatory requirements, including the Privacy Act, FOIA, HIPAA, and Title 38 confidentiality statues, ensuring the organization's compliance with federal law, VA policy, and VHA directives.
This includes active participation in the development of policies, safeguards, and internal processes that maintain consistency, mitigate privacy risks, and strengthen information governance practices across all service lines.
The duties of the position may include but, are not limited to: The role involves supporting facility-level determinations on disclosures, redactions, denials, release authorizations, and records management requirements, ensuring that decisions are well-informed, defensible, and aligned with federal guidance and agency precedent. Central to the position is the Responsible for collaborating and engaging frequently with internal stakeholders and external partners.
This includes working with Veteran Service Organizations, Congressional offices, community leaders, attorneys, affiliate academic institutions, commercial organizations, and members of the public. Assists in advancing strategic initiatives that strengthen the Health Care System's control of sensitive information.
This includes contributing to the development, revision, and maintenance of local privacy practices; reviewing and recommending improvements to business workflows including but not limited to data disclosure workflow, consent and authorization, privacy investigation and breach response and FOIA and record management workflow; and promoting the adoption of sound data governance practices across clinical, administrative, and operational settings.
Maintaining program sustainability. Supports internal and external communication strategies designed to enhance awareness, reinforce compliance expectations, and promote a strong culture of privacy within the organization. Provides technical and analytical assistance in areas involving data governance, partnering with senior leadership, law enforcement, the Office of Chief Counsel, VISN leadership, and VHA program offices to resolve complex issues.
Contributes to the analysis of intricate policy questions involving the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information throughout the facility. Advanced legal and regulatory research, including review of federal and state laws, case law, and decisions by oversight bodies. Provides support for privacy investigation responsibilities, assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of investigative activities tied to the organization's data governance goals.
Collaborates with the Office of Chief Counsel, Human Resources, executive leadership, and labor partners is essential for reviewing complex cases involving the mishandling, unauthorized disclosure, or impermissible access of sensitive information. Supports evidence collection, case analysis, briefings, and the development of recommended actions for leadership when violations occur.
Supports incident response functions, including documentation and remediation activities for impermissible access, unauthorized disclosures, and breaches involving PHI or PII. Designing and delivering training, providing targeted guidance to service areas that exhibit compliance deficiencies, and supporting staff education regarding legal and regulatory requirements governing information handling, access, and disclosure.
Performs assessments of privacy related risks associated with business activities that involve the processing of personal and sensitive data. Independently investigates privacy related noncompliance matters occurring within the organization and involving external partners when VHA information may be affected.
Contributes to the development and execution of strategic management initiatives that strengthen the facility's control of information and ensure consistency across service lines. Identifies policy gaps, assessing staff knowledge, and supporting program improvements as privacy and FOIA requirements evolve. Assists in training employees on general data protection principles and service specific privacy practices essential to their daily responsibilities.
Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Government Information Specialist/PD143840 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
christina.morel1@va.gov · 845-831-2000 X215041
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $72737 – $94563/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-16 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
Apply on official site →