The Supervisory Healthcare Engineer (Deputy), Assistant Chief Engineer serves as the full alter ego to the Chief Engineer within the Facilities Management Service at the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System.
This Supervisory Healthcare Engineer (Deputy), Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing professional engineering programs, including Maintenance and Repair, Utility Plant Operations, Energy Management, Safety, Fire Prevention, Industrial Hygiene, Emergency Preparedness, Green Environmental Management, Vehicle Fleet, Grounds, Capital Planning, and Construction Project Management.
The position covers both the main medical center and outlying Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Major Duties and Responsibilities Engineering Program Management & Administration Acts as the key managerial advisor and full authority in the absence of the Chief Engineer. Participates in management planning, policy, and decision-making for the Medical Center.
Provides technical guidance and direction across multiple engineering disciplines (civil, electrical, mechanical, structural, environmental, fire safety). Develops policies, procedures, and resource allocations for assigned programs. Human Resources Management Oversees personnel management, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
Implements succession and workforce plans, ensures compliance with EEO policies, and maintains labor/management relations. Capital & Energy Program Administration Supports VISN Capital and Energy Engineers, interfaces with facility, VISN, and VA Central Office. Provides technical advice on capital investment planning, asset inventory, deferred maintenance, and project management.
Safety & Life Safety Management Implements and monitors comprehensive safety programs, ensuring compliance with VA and Joint Commission standards. Identifies and manages risks associated with utility systems, medical equipment, and physical environment. Budgeting & Financial Management Formulates, justifies, and executes budgets for Engineering Service.
Advises management on financial issues, manages budget for major programs, and participates in defending budgets before senior leadership. Research & Analysis Provides expert analysis and advice on complex program issues. Researches and recommends solutions for compliance with national codes and standards (NFPA, OSHA, EPA, CDC, NIOSH). Construction Administration Develops and implements capital improvement programs, coordinates renovations and leases.
Oversees scheduling, inspection, and surveillance of construction projects, ensures compliance with VA and industry standards. Professional Engineering/Architectural Advice Mentors newer engineers, provides technical advice to peers and subordinates. Reviews plans, specifications, and analyses, directs necessary changes, and establishes maintenance standards.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, accrediting bodies, and VA requirements. Develops policies to minimize adverse impact to patient care while meeting conflicting requirements. Special Projects & Training Plans and manages special projects, conducts analyses, and develops training programs. Provides classroom or group-setting instruction as needed.
Customer Service & Patient Needs Consistently communicates and treats customers with respect, prioritizes patient care, and considers age, development, and cultural needs in project planning. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm (Ad-hoc availability) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 42069F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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.
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Paula.Velez@va.gov · 813-816-7155 X100173
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $120021 – $156029/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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