Serves as a Program Analyst in Network Development (ND), Acquisition (ACQ) office. The position conducts analysis in support of acquisition activities and contract modifications. Performs process improvement, workflow assessment, and other activities supporting contract acquisitions and modifications that support contracts for Integrated Veteran Care (IVC).
Applicant Count: This job announcement will close 10/26/2026. Applications received up to 11:59pm EST on the date in which 50 applications is reached will receive first consideration (initial cutoff). Applications received after 11:59pm EST on the date in which 50 applications are received may not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by management. Additional applications will be reviewed in one-day increments at management request.
Note: Submitting multiple applications will change the order in which your application is reviewed. Provides advice and insight regarding contract acquisition and contract modification activities such as market research, requirement development, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection activities, contract performance, quality, and program evaluation. Assists with planning, direction, coordination, set-up, and reporting for contract projects.
Conducts analyses of automated systems (e.g., workflow management portals, administrative contract software) to facilitate determination of requirements, and logical work and information flows, as well as tracking execution of program objectives for short- and long-range administrative contracting plans. Serves on acquisition integrated product and source selection teams as a subject matter authority, source selection evaluation chair, or technical evaluation team chair.
Serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on acquisitions and other supporting contracts. Provides technical advice, coaching, and direction to other team members to accomplish source selection activities and periodic (e.g., daily) organizationally assigned tasks. Responsible for operational communications, including Congressional responses, requests for information, and related processes that support Directorate program administration and management.
Conducts research on changes to contracts and guidelines (e.g., laws, regulations) to compose correspondence, ensuring documentation is accurate, concise, clear, and easy to read and understand.
Coordinates internal controls functions both internal to the Directorate and externally (e.g., other Program Office Directorates) and provides authoritative advice regarding contractor, VISN, medical center) performance, quality, and program evaluation and measurement through comprehensive functions and measures to support the Program Office quality program.
Works closely with various stakeholders (e.g., contractors, Program Office staff, field personnel) to respond to inquiries and monitor administrative contract support special project, internal controls, and associated activities. Informs management and other staff of issues, trends, and developments concerning the operations of the Directorate.
Conducts continuous process improvement projects and other structured process-improvement methodologies to facilitate timely, proactive development of strategies and plans and makes recommendations for adoption of ideas and best practices.
Serves as a COR on existing program operation management, Federally Funded Research and Development Center, and other contracts supporting acquisition program management and other designated contracts as required to support the wider organization. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Mon- Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: May be available at management's discretion. Telework: This position may be authorized for telework.
Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to the in-person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA-owned or leased space.
Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in-person work unless they are approved for an exception or an exemption. Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer. Position Description/PD#: Program Analyst/PD10433A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
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/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $89508 – $145468/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 Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-21 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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