Supervisory Health System Specialist

Indian Health Service

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 106,000 - 138,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Indian Health Service in Alaska seeks a Supervisory Health System Specialist to lead the Branch of Purchased/Referred Care Services. The role involves directing staff, negotiating contracts, and advising on policy development related to purchased and referred care.

A strong background in health administration and federal procurement is required. Applicants should be prepared for a full-time federal position in the Department of Health and Human Services, with a pay range cited and a deadline

Qualifications

Education requirement; transcripts encouraged.
Foreign educational credentials may require a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency.

Responsibilities

Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities and capabilities; evaluates work performance.
Lead negotiator on contracts with vendors for PRC Services.
Responds to highly complex inquiries regarding purchased/referral care services; conducts fund expenditure analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Performance evaluation

Counseling

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department: Department of Health and Human Services

The position of Supervisory Health System Specialist is located in the Branch of Purchased/Referred Care Services Division, Office of Administrative Support Programs. *Not all locations may have immediate vacancies. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Key Responsibilities

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Health System Specialist Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities and capabilities of employees; evaluates work performance of subordinates; advises or counsels employees on work and administrative matters Serves as principal advisor on the PRC Services Program on policy development, interpretation, and implementation to Area and Service Unit staff and professional staff in the private health care sector Serve as lead negotiator on contracts with vendors.

Respond to inquiries and requests which are highly complex, extensive or congressional sensitive regarding purchased and referred care services; conduct fund expenditure analysis to ensure equitable distribution and management of purchased and referred care funds allocation.

Requirements & Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.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/.

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 $106437 – $138370/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

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