Senior Health Systems Specialist - Disability Evaluation & Policy

U.S. Army; Texas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army is seeking a senior technical authority to advise on Disability Evaluation System (DES), MEB processing, reserve medical retention, and VA transition. You will influence policy, oversee compliance, and provide executive-level briefings to support mission operations.

The role includes directing PEBLO training, managing disability tracking systems, and ensuring program quality. Expect 25% travel and a designation as Mission Essential to sustain critical operations.

Qualifications

• Suitability/background investigation may be required.
• Mission Essential designation; security and emergency reporting when needed.
• Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel of 25%.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical authority and consultant to PAD, OTSG, and MEDCOM on DES, MEB processing, Reserve Component medical retention, and VA transition.
• Establish Healthcare Administration Policies.
• Represent the Army in Inter-Service and Veterans Affairs Joint Working Groups.
• Adjudicate complex or precedent-setting case issues.
• Execute Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) and Compliance Inspections.
• Deliver executive briefings and decision support.
• Direct PEBLO training and certification programs.
• Administer eMEB and APDES disability tracking systems.
• Perform program evaluation and quality assurance.

Job description

U.S. Army is seeking a senior technical authority to advise on Disability Evaluation System (DES), MEB processing, reserve medical retention, and VA transition. You will influence policy, oversee compliance, and provide executive-level briefings to support mission operations.

The role includes directing PEBLO training, managing disability tracking systems, and ensuring program quality. Expect 25% travel and a designation as Mission Essential to sustain critical operations.