Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor

Indian Health Service; Sisseton (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service in Sisseton, South Dakota is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor at the Sisseton Service Unit. The role includes supervising housekeeping and vehicle staff, coordinating transportation operations, and managing supplies and safety programs.

Applicants must meet security requirements, present two valid IDs, and comply with REAL ID rules. The posted pay range is $27.70–$32.41/hr under the Fed Transition hiring path.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision - Supervises housekeeping staff and Motor Vehicle Operators, including scheduling, assigning work, training, performance evaluations, and personnel actions.
• Housekeeping Operations - Oversees cleaning and sanitation services, conducts inspections, and ensures compliance with safety and infection-control standards.
• Transportation Operations - Supervises vehicle operators, schedules and dispatches vehicles, and ensures GSA vehicles are maintained, inspected, and properly documented.
• Supplies & Equipment - Manages housekeeping supplies, equipment, laundry, and waste-handling activities and ensures proper inventory and safe use.
• Program Administration & Safety - Plans staffing, budget, equipment, and supply needs; maintains required records and training; and identifies and reports safety hazards.

Job description

• Department: Department of Health and Human Services

This position is a Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor with duty station located at the Sisseton Service Unit, Sisseton, South Dakota. This position reports to the Administrative Officer or Designee. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Key Responsibilities

Staff Supervision - Supervises housekeeping staff and Motor Vehicle Operators, including scheduling, assigning work, training, performance evaluations, and personnel actions. Housekeeping Operations - Oversees cleaning and sanitation services, conducts inspections, and ensures compliance with safety and infection-control standards.

Transportation Operations - Supervises vehicle operators, schedules and dispatches vehicles, and ensures GSA vehicles are maintained, inspected, and properly documented. Supplies & Equipment - Manages housekeeping supplies, equipment, laundry, and waste-handling activities and ensures proper inventory and safe use.

Program Administration & Safety - Plans staffing, budget, equipment, and supply needs; maintains required records and training; and identifies and reports safety hazards. Physical Demands: The work involves walking, sitting, standing, reaching and bending in the assessment and treatment of patients. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.

Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $27.7 – $32.41/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.