This position is located in Facilities Management within the VA Central Iowa Health Care System. The incumbent will work with the Chief of Engineering and provide work for both the Des Moines, Iowa and Knoxville, Iowa divisions.

Duties

Major duties listed but not limited to: Receives and issues work requests, receives and processes completed work orders for maintenance and repair work. Issuing work orders to the appropriate sections or units for both the Des Moines and Knoxville Divisions. Answering telephone calls for emergency work requests, determining the exact nature of the telephone request, and notifying the appropriate section or unit for immediate attention to the situation. Inputs the information into the computer system on all new equipment and consults with the Maintenance and Operations Manager and shop supervisors when establishing preventive maintenance inspection schedules and maintenance requirements. Entry of financial data into the automated systems to produce purchase orders for goods and services. Examines Vouchers for Payment: Examines vouchers, invoices, claims, and other requests or payment for goods and services provided to or by the government or for reimbursement of expenditures for accuracy. Maintains accounts & accounting data. Distributing funds to the proper fund control points, shifting funds among control points to reflect adjustments and ceiling increases, recording each transaction, reconciling records of ceilings on a recurring basis, audits fund control point records, providing suggestions to supervisors, reconciling accounts as needed, and responding to routine budget inquiries. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm (Work hours may be further discussed during interview) Telework: This position is not telework eligible. Position Description Title/PD#: Program Support Assistant/PD301860 Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required Bargaining Unit Status: Yes, AFGE Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-06 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes but is not limited to: inputting and retrieving data from a centralized computer storage system, and be able to organize this data; assemble, review, and maintain complex accounting, budget, or other fiscal transactions; provide administrative support and collaborate with different departments and service lines; utilize office automation programs such as MS Office, excel, MS Outlooks, etc.; and prepare written correspondence for a broad spectrum of complex inquiries from internal and external customers. 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.

Education

There is no educational substitution for the GS-06 level.

Contacts

• Address VA Central Iowa Health Care System 3600 30th St Des Moines, IA 50310 US
• Name: Erica Aleman
• Phone: 612-467-5705
• Email: [email protected]