Health Systems Administrator (Associate Director)

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/18/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-15 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-14. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Specialized Experience For GS-15 level: You must possess at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal Service, that is directly related to the work of the position and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties as a Health System Administrator-Associate Director. Qualifying specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the health care field. This work may have been performed in an operating health care facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following: (1) Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of health care delivery systems; (2) Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and (3) Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement. Applicants must also possess: (1) Management ability to delegate authority, evaluate and oversee people and programs, recognize, and adapt to changing priorities; and (2) Knowledge of the interrelationships and interdependencies among various medical and administrative services and programs. At this level, applicants would identify and resolve problems which may inhibit accomplishing patient care mission and public policy objectives; exercise fiscal management responsibility by assisting in the preparation of the overall facility budget, in monitoring expenditures, and in recommending reallocation of funds based on shifting program needs; establish and maintain public relations with a variety of institutions and groups; apply performance standards to measure program performance and health care activities are meeting established goals and objectives; and develop, evaluate, and adjust organizational structures and management systems for the administrative and allied health services managed. Preferred Qualifications: We are seeking an exceptional, mission-driven leader to join our organization as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). This role is instrumental in advancing our commitment to delivering the highest quality care, service, and experience to our Veterans. The ideal candidate will demonstrate authentic servant leadership, consistently placing the needs of Veterans, employees, and the organization at the center of decision-making while fostering a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, respect, trust, and excellence. In this highly visible leadership role, the selected candidate will represent the organization with professionalism, integrity, humility, and sound judgment while effectively engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. As a trusted member of the ELT, you will help shape strategic direction, lead meaningful organizational initiatives, and strengthen operational and cultural performance in support of exceptional Veteran outcomes. We are seeking a leader who brings emotional intelligence, resilience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a collaborative mindset. The successful candidate will inspire others through positive leadership, cultivate trust-based relationships, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to an environment where employees feel valued, empowered, supported, and connected to the mission. The ideal candidate will embrace innovation, continuous improvement, and thoughtful change management while maintaining a strong commitment to employee engagement and organizational health. We value leaders who create psychologically safe environments where employees are encouraged to collaborate openly, share ideas, solve problems proactively, and grow professionally in service to Veterans. This opportunity is ideal for a principled and service-oriented leader who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans and those who serve them. If you are committed to leading with integrity, fostering a people-centered culture, and delivering lasting impact through collaboration, compassion, and excellence, we encourage you to apply. Note: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hour worked per week. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Administration and Management Decision Making Financial Management Human Capital Management Organizational Awareness Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Work is sedentary. There are no special physical demands. The work environment includes everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of offices and meeting and training rooms. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. This opportunity is for a Temporary Promotion or Detail Not to Exceed 1 year (please read entire announcement for clarification). The position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Integrated Service Network, Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System Office of the Medical Center Director. This position serves as the Associate Medical Center Director and exercises line authority for multiple administrative and allied health services and sections.