IT Project Manager

Summary This position is in the Electronic Health Record Modernization Integration Office (EHRM-IO), under the Office of the Deputy Secretary of VA (DEPSECVA) where the incumbent serves as an IT Project Manager. Learn more about this agency Duties Duties include but are not limited to: The incumbent manages IT projects relating to maintaining, creating, and implementing an efficient EHR to meet mission requirements of EHRM-IO's multi-million-dollar long range mission products and services. He/She collaborates with internal and external VA stakeholders, Department of Defense (DoD), Cerner and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and private sector consultants to account for and ensure efficient completion of projects of high-level responsibility and autonomy. The incumbent evaluates, analyzes, and develops functional specifications which impact current system architecture and future system operations. IT Project Manager initiates and manages IT projects as well as special technical studies related to executing the EHRM-IO mission. Projects cover a wide area of scope within EHRM workstreams including but not limited to deployments, new/enhanced solutions and capabilities/integrations, transition to sustainment projects, technical operations, domain operations, infrastructure. Conducts program and project research and performance analysis, delivers guidance for process improvement, and manages the implementation of that guidance. Provides guidance to EHRM-IO staff on critical enterprise initiatives impacting all Veterans Health Administration (VHA) employees and the Veterans they serve. Provides expertise and guidance on IT and organizational management concepts, practices, and procedures. Coordinates and/or conducts presentations in long range and annual work planning and IT capabilities to advise on the proposed formulation, management and execution of program resources (personnel and funding) and other management matters through an understanding of requirements and policies based on capabilities and resources. Collaborates with Schedule and Risks SMEs to manage risk and issues in accordance with the EHRM-IO Risk and Issue Management guidelines. Develops detailed risk and issue resolution or mitigation plans. Actively manages mitigation plan activities. Evaluates, monitors, or ensures compliance with Federal, VA laws and regulations, policies, standards, or procedures; Identifies standards or requirements for infrastructure, technical configuration or technical change management, Section 508 Accessibility compliance. Monitors changes in Federal legislation and regulations, as well as agency-level guidance, policy, regulations, and directives for potential impact on EHRM-IO policies. Makes recommendations to address trends and new technologies within the context of Agency policies, plans, and management strategies. Resolves IT management and operational issues directly with senior level managers throughout EHRM-IO, VA and across federal agencies. Serves as an advisor to EHRM-IO leadership communicating efforts and ensuring qualitative fulfillment of objectives of the EHR program supporting technical transition from existing VA supported applications to the new applications. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Travel: This position will be physically located in a VA owned or leased office/space and require up to 75% official travel. Position Description/PD#: IT Project Manager/PD20982A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. 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 dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary 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 probationary period period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/13/2026. 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-12 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Demonstrates proficiency in initiating and managing IT projects, conducting technical studies, and managing the preparation of project documentation, including evaluating, analyzing, and developing functional specifications impacting current systems architecture and future operations. Demonstrates experience adapting new concepts, policies, processes, and best practices related to EHR project management. Experience providing guidance on IT and organizational management concepts, monitoring performance metrics, and managing risk and compliance. Experience in project integration, reporting, and providing strategic IT assessments to leadership. Experience demonstrating thorough understanding of federal laws, policies, and guidelines to ensure compliance and effective management of IT operations and project initiatives. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. 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