The Technical Career Field (TCF) is a national workforce development program within VHA that was designed to replenish technical staff in critically identified positions. This position serves as an Inventory Management Specialist in the Supply Chain Management Department at the Iowa City Veterans Affairs Health Care System responsible for the inventory and management of all expendable supplies and durable medical equipment in the assigned area(s).

Duties

The TCF career fields represent those technical fields where VA-specific knowledge and experience is desirable for success in the field. Individuals selected follow a formal training plan for two years during which they are trained, coached, and supervised by a preceptor. Preceptors are selected annually, through an extensive application process, for their technical expertise, their commitment to training and the suitability of their facility as a training location. *Selectees will be required to sign Mobility, Training, and Continued Service Agreements. This is a developmental position leading to a GS-09, performing assignments intended to broaden skills and provide practical experience leading to progressively more complex assignments performed under progressively less supervision. The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Major Duties include, but are not limited to: Evaluating requirements for assigned inventory items. Knowledge on concepts and tools used to evaluate fluctuations in usage rates, cost, and availability for established suppliers, alternative sources of supply and other similar conditions. Awareness of practices and procedures for procurement of equipment and material. Comprehend what data/information is needed to conduct analysis for acquisition planning associated with expendable supplies/materials and/or capital equipment. Familiarity with methodologies used by acquisition/purchasing personnel in developing requirements, utilizing mandatory sources and standardization of sources. Analyzing stock levels and usage history to determine calculation of funding levels to develop budget plans for assigned inventory. Adjusting account records to reflect routine interventions required by changes in usage rate, pricing, additional vendors and other similar activities. Recognizing well established and commonly applied supply methods to and associated systems and databases that are employed for records maintenance for personal property. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Available 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 Ad Hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description Title/PD#: Inventory Management Specialist (Intern) TCF/PD50330T, PD50329T, and PD50328T Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a bargaining unit. 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

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/30/2024. 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-07 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05. 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. Note: Time-in Grade restrictions do not apply to the GS-05 level. You may qualify based on education and/or experience as described below: GS-05: General Experience: You must have 3 years of progressively responsible experience,1 year of which was equivalent to at least the next lower grade of (GS-04) that demonstrates the ability to: analyzes problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plans and organizes work; communicates effectively orally and in writing. Such experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work may be qualifying as long as it provided evidence of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) necessary to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Experience of a general clerical nature (typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, or other nonspecialized tasks) is not creditable. Trades or crafts experience appropriate to the position to be filled may be creditable for some positions. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed four (4) years of education above the high school level in any related field leading to a bachelor's degree in an accredited college or university. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an equivalent combination of post-high school education (beyond the second year) and general experience as described above. GS-07: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include: Managing a variety of expendable items and durable medical equipment; Developing and supporting the creation of acquisition strategies to acquire and purchase durable medical equipment; Implementing federal and agency programs for the return and reutilization of medical supplies; Utilizing best practices, principles and tools, concepts and methodologies to determine and evaluate supply system performance; Communication skill, both orally and verbally to serve as a point of contact for the coordination of material support and the resolution of logistics problems. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the experience required. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed one (1) year of graduate education or Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) with a bachelor's degree in one of the following: class standing, grade point average and/or membership in a national honor society that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond a bachelor's degree. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Attention to DetailCustomer Service (Clerical/Technical)ReasoningTechnical CompetenceTechnology Application 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. 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/. 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. Physical Demands: Heavy lifting; Heavy carrying; Straight pulling ; Pushing; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking; Standing; Repeated bending; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously is required. However, the work is primarily sedentary and usually accomplished while seated at a desk. Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, and private or commercial vehicles. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

Education

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/.

Contacts

• Address Iowa City VA Health Care System 601 Highway 6 West Iowa City, IA 52246 US
• Name: Kenneth Kelly
• Phone: 701-232-3241 X3683
• Email: [email protected]