Assistant Director Healthcare Administration

Assistant Director Healthcare Administration

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Falls Church, Virginia

Salary Range: $184363 - $225700 Per Year

Job Summary: About the Position: You will serve as the Assistant Director, Healthcare Administration located in the Defense Health Agency (DHA) in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Health Affairs (OASW(HA)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (OUSW(P&R)). This is a Tier 3 level position and reports directly to the Director, Defense Health Agency.

Major Duties:

• Set priorities for healthcare administration/management, including the formulation/ implementation of major organizational operating policies/plans for effective health care administration/management of an interdependent healthcare delivery system.
• Develop and update DHA-enterprise-wide 1, 2, and 5-year health care delivery strategic plans to achieve short-term and long-term goals consistent with Military Health System (MHS) policy, priorities and goals.
• Establish policies/procedures/direction for oversight of operations of the Defense Health Networks (DHNs) and military treatment facilities (MTFs) and priorities for budgeting matters with respect to the provision of direct care at such facilities.
• Establish policies, procedures, and direction for clinic management and operations at MTFs and establish priorities for information technology (IT) at and between the DHA, DHNs, and the MTFs.
• Provide guidance for overall Agency annual business plans for DHNs and MTFs to advance short- and long-range DHA strategies.
• Develop and achieve objectives in quality of services and programs across the MHS, as evaluated by internal indicators, regulatory/accreditation reviews, and patient satisfaction data.
• Develop/formulate new programs and the evaluate existing programs with emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure greatest probability of success with emphasis on commitment of staffing, financial, and other resources.
• Advise on financial trends and patterns associated with DHA-support programs and assures that these trends are recognized in the DHA’s legislative and communications initiatives.
• Lead/direct development of policies/instructions for central services budget preparation/presentation; allocation of funds and management of a system of fund/budgetary controls; and development/maintenance of a DHA Management Account Structure.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of systems and procedures and development of policies and procedures pertaining to audit readiness of the Agency.
• Provide advice and assistance to the DHA Director, on information technology (IT) acquisition and Information Resources Management based on the Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996 and the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act of 2015.
• Ensure MTF IT performance measurements are not only utilized for acquisition purposes, but they are also used to measure how well IT supports agency programs and strategic priorities.
• Formulate policy, plans, goals, objectives, and standards to support the military medical readiness mission of providing quality health care services to Active-Duty forces, family members, and other beneficiaries.
• Oversee execution of the IT Program to include program analysis, evaluation, and oversight of the IT portfolio, development and defense of the IT portion of the Defense Health Program and the Program Objectives Memorandum.
• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate and control medical, administrative, and supportive operations of the DHNs and MTFs.
• Provide program/managerial oversight for the TRICARE Health Plan, a multi-billion dollar centralized purchased care contract. Oversee a subordinate SES leader responsible for TRICARE contract execution globally.
• Oversee DHA’s Healthcare Operations and advise DHA Headquarters, DHN and MTF Directors on clinical/administrative policies, priorities and procedures to ensure smooth/efficient integrated primary, specialty and tertiary healthcare operations.
• Oversee the MHS public health, ensuring force health protection across the Joint Force and DoW worldwide. Oversee a Flag Officer/General Officer responsible for leading the MHS public health mission.

Qualifications: 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume. Your Resume must be no more than 2-pages using no less than 10-point font with no less than 1-inch margins all around to describe your qualifications. If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations stated herein, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the legal, regulatory and fiscal environments of the United States healthcare industry, with the ability to establish policies, procedures, and direction for the provision of care for beneficiaries. TQ 2: Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, policies, procedures, and direction that balance clinical management, operations, and financial stewardship for a large multi-hospital healthcare system with worldwide operations. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect the demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. Sub-Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government: Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the American system of government, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, separation of powers, federalism, and the historical development of the American Nation. Commitment to the Rule of Law: Upholds the principles of the American Founding, including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently. Civic-Mindedness: Stays up-to-date on important developments in American government and aligns organizational objectives and practices with presidential and public interests. Demonstrates a commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Sub-Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility: Strategically manages, allocates and monitors financial resources. Aligns priorities and initiatives to justify budget proposals. Monitors expenditures, cuts unnecessary costs, and uses cost-benefit analysis to set priorities. Managing Resources: Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals, skills, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Leveraging Technology: Explores emerging technology and potential applications. Incorporates technology to enhance efficiency and achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Sub-Competencies: Technical Skill: Possesses the requisite technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to consistently produce timely, high-quality work. Is considered a strong contributor in his or her domain. Problem Solving: Engages in critical and data-driven thinking when diagnosing root causes and evaluating options. Identifies and promptly addresses the most pressing, high-priority problems. Agility and Resilience: Anticipates and adapts to change, new ideas, new information, and new conditions. Is committed to continuous improvement. Deals effectively with pressure and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. Sub-Competencies: Accountability: Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, trained, and retained. Takes swift action to address performance- or conduct-based deficiencies in employees supervised. Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Developing Others: Recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement in others. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Cultivates a dynamic environment in which employees are not afraid to make mistakes. Executive Judgement: Makes well-reasoned, timely, and effective decisions and considers short- and long-term implications. Communicates effectively with stakeholders across all organizational levels, sharing and guarding information where appropriate. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Sub-Competencies: Operational Mindset: Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation. Innovation: Applies creativity to improving products and processes, challenges convention, takes measured risks, and considers ways to simplify and remove unnecessary requirements. Strategic Thinking: Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization by evaluating conditions, resources, capabilities, constraints, and organizational goals and values. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/07/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12842043). Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-07