The primary purpose of the position is to function as the Electronics Program Analyst (Informatics) (EPIA) within the Facility Service Line, Electronics Department to perform work at the VAMC Tomah campus and its Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs).

Duties

The responsibilities of the position involve assigned duties related to the networking of Facility Special Purpose Systems (FSPS), and administrative documentation resulting from system data, operational characteristics, that is collected and maintained to be analyzed for optimization of FSPS services within the facility and remote locations supported by the Electronics Shop. Major duties: Manages, troubleshoots and maintains complete systems of computerized networks, databases and servers including but not limited to camera, temperature monitoring, guest wi-fi/television, door access, patient and staff locating, overhead announcements, duress system, building automation systems, and fire alarms. Conducts tests to analyze usability, sequencing, flow, and drawing on extensive networking, VLAN, WAN, Virtual server cluster, and informatic practices ensuring adaptability of the workflow processes and provides feedback to VA and vendor developers. Collaborates with technical, clinical and administrative staff to develop system requirements, system capabilities and limitations. Develops and oversees databases related to Special Purpose Systems such as; network switches, servers, routers, and all related infrastructure. Facility wide life cycle management of network equipment Facility Special Purpose System (FSPS) including but not limited to network switches, servers, routers and related infrastructure for any and all networked complex FSPS devices and systems Designs, implements and manages network incident response due to out of date/forbidden software, loss of service or regional and local policy changes according to VA guidelines. Maintains knowledge of the state of the art in Facility Special Purpose System (FSPS) Technology including software/hardware advances, network protocols, and vendor changes. Implements and plans for new and emerging technologies including but not limited to diagnostic modalities, network management and storage, and virtual data centers. Leads and manages installation or upgrade projects for Facility Special Purpose System(FSPS) devices and systems. This includes but is not limited to pre-implementation planning and coordination with end users, vendors, and other on-site support staff (OIT, Informatics, SPS, etc.) Maintains functional knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards of regulatory bodies such as (but not limited to): The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Provides technical training and mentoring to peers and end-users. Leads development of disaster recovery procedures for critical systems to be enacted in the event of device/hardware/software/network failure. Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: 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. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Analyst (Informatics)/PD234100Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/07/2023. 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-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11. 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 and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-11) in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying a wide range of advanced practices, theories, and emerging information in Facility Special Purpose System Informatics and applications; experienced knowledge of national databases, analytical techniques and clinical support system applications and development techniques; comprehensive knowledge of the range of analytical and evaluative methods related to knowledge of informatics protocol, regulations, programs and processes related to informatics; skill in optimizing the use of available and emerging health information technologies to improve access to care for patients, and knowledge of emerging state of the art technology; Comprehensive knowledge of the data life cycle including data design, collection, and management in order to input, retrieve, analyze, summarize and present information effectively. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Information Technology Program ManagementPartneringTechnology Management 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: This work requires moderate physical exertion and can involve prolonged periods of pushing, pulling, carrying, bending, stooping, crawling, crouching, reading inside of devices, and negotiating cramped working spaces. Frequently work may be performed inside close enclosures and in awkward positions. Work may also require long periods of standing and walking. Work can entail handling object weighing from 20 to 50 pounds. Some tasks involve climbing and working in high places using ladders or platforms. Adequate eyesight and dexterity is required to perform reading of diagrams and intricate repair operations. Technical, academic, and mental demands can be considerable as work performed will be of a precise nature and may require prolonged concentration. Stressful conditions may occur due to the nature of the medical system mission in support of patients, staff and rapid timelines. 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/.

Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Tomah VA Medical Center 500 East Veterans Street Tomah, WI 54660 US
• Name: Joseph Tourek
• Email: [email protected]