This position is located within the Mental Health Service at the Hershel "Woody" Williams VA Medical Center. The incumbent serves as a Program Analyst responsible for performing analytical, evaluative, and administrative functions that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of Mental Health operations. The position provides data analysis, workload evaluation, performance monitoring, and office management support to leadership and program managers across the service.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collects, compiles, and validates data from VA systems to ensure the accuracy and reliability of operational, clinical, and administrative information. Utilizes advanced data collection techniques to maintain comprehensive coverage of critical data elements and supports data integrity through routine review, reconciliation, error correction, and advanced verification procedures to ensure data quality.
Conducts analytical studies to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of Mental Health program components. Applies sophisticated analytical methods and tools to identify trends, workload patterns, utilization rates, and operational barriers. Monitors program performance indicators, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory requirements. Prepares recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, charts, and data summaries.
Collaborates with clinical and administrative leaders to resolve issues, and support improvement initiatives. Assists with personnel actions, onboarding coordination, and timekeeping support. Coordinates purchase requests and ensures adherence to VA purchasing policies, including conducting cost-benefit analyses to support procurement decisions.
Supports the Administrative Officer in budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and cost analysis by preparing detailed financial reports and recommendations for budget adjustments. All other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: FT, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:40pm Telework: This position may be authorized for ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Program Analyst - Mental Health/PD581-2601860 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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jennifer.darling@va.gov · 423-979-1412
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $61722 – $80243/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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