Primary purpose of this position is to serve as a subject matter expert and lead advisor on the development, drafting, coordination, and oversight of VA regulations. The incumbent is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal regulations impacting programs and services administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, including the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), and National Cemetery Administration (NCA).
Duties Include: Develops and drafts regulatory amendments to title 38 Code of Federal Regulations, that comply with the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), Executive Orders, Office of the Federal Register guidelines, and VA internal processes. Independently identifies regulatory needs arising from new legislation, litigation, program changes, or external recommendations.
Provides technical assistance to senior leaders and program managers, translating complex legislative provisions into regulatory language and ensuring the intent of Congress is clearly reflected. Develops briefing materials and, talking points, for regulatory initiatives and ensure that all communications reflect the Department's policy position and legal interpretation.
Coordinates clearance and consultation with legal counsel, program leadership, and policy offices, to manage the preparation of justifications, impact analyses, and responses to public comments. Monitors legal and regulatory trends, court decisions, and Congressional activities that may prompt regulatory action, to proactively plan for regulatory adjustments to mitigate risks and maintain program integrity.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be available Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandate requires selectee to report in person unless an approved exemption is already in place. Telework: May be authorized in accordance with agency policy. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA owned or leased space.
Position Description/PD#: PD00015A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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This position is with Office of the Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-12-31.
There are 3 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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