Summary
The VISN 10 Prosthetic Integrated Service is recruiting for a Supervisory Prosthetic Representative (Project Manager) to serve at the Northern Indiana Health Care System. The incumbent will serve as a Project Manager (Supervisory) for the Central Fabrication Unit. They will supervise staff and perform both supervisory and non-supervisory programmatic assignments concerned with rendering manufacturing services for all prosthetic and sensory aids services to Veterans throughout the VHA.
Duties
VA Careers - Prosthetics: https://youtube.com/embed/3NUvF5jjErQ Duties: The incumbent manages and provides oversight to facility manufacturing programs to achieve mission goals. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates and assigns work based on priorities. Evaluates work performed by employees; interviews candidates for positions and makes selections; hears and resolves employee complaints and grievances; counsels employees and initiates disciplinary actions. Recommends promotions, and special advancements for performance and advancements for achievements. Adjusts workloads and projects and forecast future work. Ensures all supervisory functions are carried out in accordance with VA Human Resources rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Manages and provides oversight for multiple programs at the local level and interacts with other government agencies and standards organizations. Implements new, local, and national programs, guidelines, policies and directives. Oversees the operation of the Central Fabrication Unit Laboratories including restorations. The Supervisor is a member of the senior leadership team providing advice for integrated care programs for a diverse Veteran population with multiple diagnoses, and other needs. Plans and prepares budget estimates. Represents VA with other agencies on issues regarding prosthetic and sensory aids services. Serves as a technical advisor and subject matter expert in fabrication and manufacturing of products produced and serviced. Maintains continuous liaison with manufacturers and dealers of prosthetic supplies. Inspects their facilities and services and participates in the award of prosthetic appliance contracts. Determines eligibility for prosthetic services/items for veterans. Develops Statement of Work or performance work statements for contracts. The incumbent reports to the supervisor who defines objectives, priorities, and deadlines. The employee has responsibility for carrying out the program assignments and coordinating the work with others as necessary. The supervisor is kept informed of potentially controversial issues, and the work is reviewed in terms of meeting expected results. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m.- 4:30p.m Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized Telework: May be authorized Ad-Hoc - as determined by the agency policy. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92058-0
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education
IMPORTANT: 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/.
How you will be evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. 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. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.