The Program Specialist Business Manager serves as a key administrative leader within the Health Administration Service (HAS) at the Atlanta VA Health Care System. The role functions as the service line's expert in business operations, resource management, and organizational effectiveness. This role also manages administrative staff, develops policies and procedures, and leads strategic planning initiatives.
Major duties include, but are not limited to: Identify budget needs, develop budget proposals, and negotiate funding levels. Forecast, plan, allocate, and monitor financial resources across HAS departments. Analyze actual vs. planned expenditures and recommend adjustments. Oversee reimbursable agreements and ensure funds are collected properly. Conduct cost-benefit and economic analyses to support decision-making.
Serve as Contract Officer Representative (COR) for complex contracts. Assist with solicitation development, participate on Technical Evaluation Panels (TEP). Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contract terms. Lead department procurement actions and guide staff in acquisition processes. Oversee staffing policies, utilization plans, and workforce alignment. Support HR processes for staff working within HAS service lines.
Oversee development of SOPs, administrative policies, and regulatory compliance. Promote VA core values and ensure positive interactions with staff and Veterans. Maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners (clinicians, academic affiliates, community organizations) Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency need. Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Program Specialist/PD115670 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): 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/.
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/.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $78972 – $102669/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-14.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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