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***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-08. At the GS-07 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-08. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds.

The Secretary (OA) is responsible for carrying out and coordinating all the clerical and day-to-day administrative support activities which are typically required to accomplish the work of the organization. Major duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Performing secretarial and clerical support work, such as program or office planning, correspondence control, serving as a liaison between administrative services and the Nurse Executive/ADPCS or the Health Systems Specialist
• Directing contact with officials of the VA Central Office, Regional Office, University of California, San Francisco and local military officials, VSO's, Congressional Offices and community leaders
• Working with Service Leadership, Chief of Staff's Secretary, Director's Secretary, and Associate Chief Leadership Office Administrative Assistants in providing necessary information to the Nurse Executive/ ADPCS and the Health Systems Specialist
• Screening calls and visitors to the Executive Leadership Office, primarily as it pertains to business for the Office of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS and the Health Systems Specialist
• Exercising exclusive control of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS's calendar and the Health Systems Specialist for the Nurse Executive/ADPCS, with complete authority for notifying appropriate staff of needed information and recommendations necessary for the meetings
• Gathering materials for use in reports, presentations, and speeches; maintaining a file of visual aids for use in the presentations; and making the arrangements for the presentations
• Accumulating and organizing information for the Office of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS required for evaluating programs and their requirements
• Reviewing all incoming correspondence for the Nurse Executive/ADPCS and the Health Systems Specialist, determining proper disposition and refers to appropriate staff as necessary
• Reviewing all documents, forms, proposals and travel requests before submitting them to the Health Systems Specialist or the Nurse Executive/ADPCS
• Making necessary arrangements for routine and professional staff meetings, which may include coordinating agendas, background information, hotel and travel arrangements, luncheons, speakers, correspondence, and transportation
• Providing support to Office of the Nurse Executive/ ADPCS for key committee and staff meetings
• Arranging events, planning conferences and meetings to include obtaining a venue while ensuring that the venue meets the needs of the event, conference and/or meeting and follows all VA guidelines
• Ensuring maintenance of timecards and personnel records for assigned staff, as well as necessary performance records for those under the supervision of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS and the Health Systems Specialist
• Entering and tracking work orders and requisitions all necessary supplies and office equipment
• Coordinating monthly Nurse Executive/ADPCS's Administrative Operations Council, working closely with the Nurse Executive/ADPCS to identify agenda items and preparing for the meetings in advance
• Operating office equipment, including all PC based (MS Office) computer programs, LCD projector, laptop computer, typewriter, calculator, copying machine, fax machine, printers, and dictation. Equipment
• Performing the duties of Automatic Database Processing Coordinator (ADPAC) for the Office of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS
• Working closely with the Secretary to the Chief of Staff, Secretary to the Associate Director and the Secretary to the Director, providing coverage in his/her absence and assisting the Chief of Staff, Associate Director and/or Directo
• Serving as a back-up timekeeper to Services that fall under the Office of the Chief of Staff, Associate Director and/or Director
• Serving as a backup for the maintenance of the suspense tracking system, which assigns action to services and staff for needed responses to the Network, VA Central Office, Congressional inquiries, and other interested stakeholders/parties
• Completing special projects at the direction of the Nurse Executive/ADPCS as needed.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  IMPORTANT: Please ensure your resume include up-to-date contact information (phone number(s), email address(s), etc.)
  
  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  

  • Resume

  
  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • OF-306
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  
  Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/12/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11990835.

  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

  • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

  To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

  Agency contact information

  VHA National Recruitment Center

  Phone

  (844)456-5208

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Fresno VA Medical Center
  2615 East Clinton Avenue
  Fresno, CA 93703
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications per Category Rating procedures to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  
  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents