Total 296 job vacancies in Springfield, Illinois

• Participates with the Forest Engineer/Staff Officer in the formulation of policies, objectives, work programs, and plans by providing authoritative input on Engineering activities of the National Forest.
• Implements and executes project plans for the engineering program area(s) assigned. Responsible for the quality, quantity, and coordination of all work performed in the assigned program area(s).
• Provides recommendations on development and execution of Forest engineering programs to ensure their accomplishment within applicable guidelines and available manpower and funds.
• Is responsible for final evaluation reporting and recommendations on all administrative aspects of the assigned program of work.
• Participates in the development of strategic plans involving program, project, budget and organizational elements in a multi-year context to achieve resource management objectives as established in the Forest Land Management plan.
• May serve as a liaison between the Forest and Regional Office Directors on matters involving the scope of the program.
• Supervision 25% or more of the time - Plans and directs the overall work of the unit performed through subordinate supervisors, team leaders, or comparable personnel.

This SUPERVISORY HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST position is located in the Human Capital Modernization Center, Human Capital, Enterprise Support, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Functions as the Branch Manager for the QPE Branch, overseeing allocated resources such as budget and personnel in compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Tasked with enhancing the agency's overall capacity for human resource management by tackling extensive, performance-oriented systemic challenges, particularly in recruitment and hiring, classification, position management, organizational design, restructuring, personnel, payroll and benefits processing, HR data analytics, and process enhancements.
• Exercises a full range of supervisory and personnel management authorities and responsibilities in directing work of subordinate staff.
• Conducts briefings, participates in conferences/meetings, and presents information to employees, managers, and executives regarding a myriad of HR and organization development topics.

• Develops plans to meet personnel requirements (e.g., recruitment, organizational design, position management, reshape, reorganization, classification/pay impacts, regulatory changes, etc).
• Uses a high degree of technical competence/insight in developing courses of action on policy/program reform.
• Conducts studies/projects to develop solutions to problems with potential impact on the Command's personnel program.
• Mentors team members to provide career development of technical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Manages and directs the HAS programs in the Health Benefits section, promoting a positive, efficient, Veteran-focused environment that supports VA mission.
• Interprets laws, regulations, VACO directives, and local policies governing Veteran's health care benefits, providing advisory and technical assistance to medical center staff, top management, patients, and others.
• Works with the Assistant Chief, HAS and other HAS managers to develop and administer the annual HAS budget.
• Prepares budget requests, estimates, and narrative justifications for planning purposes.
• Participates in the analysis and interpretation of workload and other data used in resource planning.
• Manages the budgetary allocation for all assigned Fund Control Points.
• Provides for maintenance of data related to budget and expenditure estimates.
• Provides for the best patient care without exceeding allotted budget.
• Works in coordination with upper management to provide workload statistics.
• Advises on fund shortages and recommendations regarding funding or program adjustments and promotes cost consciousness and identifies areas in which savings are possible.
• Conducts internal review systems to assure that HAS activities comply with VA laws, rules and regulations, Joint Commission, and local policies and procedures.
• Works with and provides recommendations in support of corrective action plans.
• Assists in formulating plans and coordinating data validation activities within HAS area of responsibility.
• Prepares recurring and non-recurring statistical reports for presentation to top management and other Services.
• Participates in and assists with strategic long- and short-term goals and objectives relating to HAS needs and priorities.
• Develops, evaluates, and modifies organizational structure and systems to achieve program goals.
• Participates in the analysis and interpretation of workload and other data used in resource planning.
• Prepares written correspondence in the form of letters, memorandums, policies, procedures, statistical reports, etc. for HAS.
• Prepares and conducts public speaking presentations to Veteran service organization members regarding Veterans' health administration benefits.
• Coordinates the preparation and submission of recurring monthly, quarterly and annual reports, management briefings, summaries and a wide variety of non-recurring reports.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Develop the annual Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA), in accordance with published guidance.
• Perform research analysis to correct full time equivalent financial project funding
• Submit program changes as required for Command Plans
• Lead the annual Allocation Process for leadership
• Responsible for Manpower Position Management functions
• Resolve work issues, concerning manpower reporting and position discrepancies, and coordinate with leadership for a solution.

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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assigned to Occupational Health are held accountable for delivering direct patient care to adult through Veterans for both acute and chronic diseases in an outpatient clinic setting. This position is primarily assigned in our Primary Care at the Danville VA Illana Health Care System.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Observes and reports changes in patients' physical and emotional conditions utilizing elements of the nursing process of signs and symptoms identification, observation, perception, clinical measurements, screening protocols, and prescribed history taking. Reporting mechanisms include standardized electronic and manual documentation, with a major emphasis on computer data entry, as well as telephone, fax, and oral communication with community and VA providers and their support Services.
• Performs health history screenings per pre-formatted documentation, e.g. ambulatory care 10- 10, prevention notes, and clinical reminders.
• Screens, intervenes, and follows through for acute/chronic medical and emotional conditions for adult through geriatric populations with minimal supervision of a registered nurse/provider. Implements basic and advanced LPN procedures as defined by policies and procedures of the Illiana Health Care System.
• Performs patient education and documentation for prevention, healthier lifestyle, functionality, and disease management factors.
• Effectively demonstrates ability to gather data and observations, assist in planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating the care of patients seen in the outpatient care setting.
• Distinguishes between normal changes that accompany the aging process vs. pathological changes
• Recognizes priorities and adjusts patient care accordingly
• Demonstrates ability to vary the order and sequence of assigned procedures based on the patient's condition.
• Delivers patient care in a timely manner and according to approved policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and intervenes appropriately for urgent and emergency patient needs
• Demonstrates ongoing improvement as an experienced LPN in recognizing, assessing, and intervening in both acute and chronic medical conditions, and minor surgical.
• Covering other PACT clinics.
• Any other duties assigned.

• Serve as the technical authority providing technical support, advice and guidance to the HHD Commander on all facets of military life cycle management which includes various phases of personnel management/actions.
• Provide specialized knowledge and expertise of all military personnel practices and programs in support of the Command's worldwide personnel management and mission requirement for Active Duty and Reserve Component.
• Provide advice and assistance in the preparation of endorsements, short note replies, and memorandums in response to requests for personnel actions.
• Provide advisory services, action officer support and customer service to Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen.
• Provide on-site assistance and recommendations in the areas of program and processes improvements.
• Identify and examine problems or operating issues that may impact staff sections.

• Disassembles Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) and determines the correct cleaning method, such as, but not limited to: ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washer-disinfectors, cart washer and chemical cleaning decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions.
• Inspects, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization, such as, but not limited to steam, Sterrad, Steris, and high-level disinfecting scope reprocessors.
• Rotates, restocks outdated sterile supplies & instruments, and maintains stock levels of surgical instruments and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room.
• Receives a full range of reusable medical equipment (RME), instruments and supplies from hospital wards, clinics, operating rooms, and CBOCs.
• Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procures including the operating room.
• Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application).
• Cleans and maintains a wide variety of medical equipment; cleans interiors and exteriors of sterilizers and aerators, loading carts, delivery carts, specialty carts, isolation cart, crash cart, work area, storage shelves; using chemical solutions, detergents and alcohol according to written procedure to prevent cross contamination.

WHAT IS THE TS- TAXPAYER SERVICES DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: TS - CARE-Customer Assistance, Relationship and Education; OPERATIONS SECT-BLOOMINGTON.

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.

• Identifies potential and actual problems, probable causes; researches specific issues, gathers pertinent statistics or information, reports findings and may recommend corrective action for the full scope of a program or function.
• Monitors, reviews, and evaluates operations and interrelationships with other functions regarding workflow, work redundancy, or systemic problems.
• Randomly verifies completeness of specific sets of controls, accuracy of procedures, and timeliness and effectiveness of actions.
• Revises procedures, controls, etc., as indicated by studies or assigned by analyst.
• Prepares memoranda, reports, and charts showing findings or recommendations.

• You will monitor the inventory of general consumables and order supplies to maintain adequate onboard stock at all times.
• You will ensure all required quotes and vendor information are included with the respective requests
• You will promptly ensure receipts for supplies are submitted to the respective authorized purchaser.
• You will work closely with commands Professional Development Officer with regard to expenditure of training funds.
• You will perform Navy pay, personnel, and travel transactions at the appropriate level per policies, procedures, and system capabilities.
• You will review the PCS travel claim for all required entries, accuracy and ensure all required receipts and documentation are included for prompt processing.

• Leads a team that is the single point of contact for all acquisitions in support of SDDC, providing guidance and recommendations to the Command Leadership, Subordinate Commands, Army Service Component Command, team members, and Contracting Agencies.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets priorities, and ensures performance is timely, efficient, and of acceptable quality.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative environment with requirement owners to develop acquisition strategies, provide support on requirement package generation and management of acquisitions.
• Creates a positive and welcoming culture where empowerment and creativity thrive.
• Fosters the development of others by providing guidance, sharing expertise, and perspective to build future leaders and maximize employees' full potential
• Evaluates the effectiveness of operations supervised in terms of mission accomplishment, quality and quantity standards, procedural, policy, and regulatory compliance
• Provides technical advice on contractual matters based on in-depth knowledge of acquisition regulations and policies
• Directs and coordinates plans for development and refinement of new and diverse acquisition management strategies to accomplish short-, mid-, and long-term organizational goals and objectives

The primary purpose of this position is to function as an Acquisition Project Manager responsible for matters related to the planning and implementation of comprehensive acquisition programs delivering capabilities that are critical to the success of the Federal Protective Service's (FPS) operations.

Duties performed:

• Leads the preparation and implementation of project plans and acquisition strategies related to the development, testing, and deployment of FPS IT and Communications systems and capabilities supporting business and law enforcement operations.
• Executes project plans in accordance with acquisition policy, including the Acquisition Lifecycle Framework.
• Establishes program performance metrics and manages project execution within the approved cost, schedule, and technical performance baseline.
• Identifies and manages programmatic and technical risks, reporting status and adverse trends to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Leads and participates in cross-functional Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) responsible for the acquisition, development, and deployment of FPS IT or Communications systems and capabilities.

• You will lead cost analysis efforts for portfolio of complex defense weapon systems programs, including life cycle cost estimating.
• You will conduct data collection, research and analysis of acquisition programs.
• You will train cost analysts to conduct cost estimating and price analysis.
• You will communicate with senior acquisition staff, technical engineering teams, and defense contractors to understand cost risk of programs.
• You will deliver oral and written presentations of findings to senior leaders
• You will advise senior executive acquisition official on the cost of programs and acquisition approaches that are the most affordable.

• The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Schedules and completes all pre-licensing inspections, routine periodic inspections, deficiency follow-up inspections, and special investigations needed in response to leads received on violations.
• Provides a broad professional assessment of the overall treatment of animals at inspected facilities, consistent with the spirit of the Animal Welfare Act.
• Evaluates the qualifications of research facility professionals to assure that they have the experience to deal with the management and care of animals located in their facility.
• Assures that unnecessary pain and distress in research animals is prevented by the proper use of anesthetics, analgesics, tranquilizers, and euthanasia.
• Reviews structural and living conditions of research facilities, and reminds facility officials of their authority and responsibilities.
• Enforces the Horse Protection Act, following uniform procedures when inspecting horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions.
• Evaluates the Animal Care and Horse Protection programs to determine their effectiveness, and advise management, in the form of veterinary medical or program procedural modifications.
• Represents the Agency at meetings of industry and other concerned public and private groups and individuals to promote the Animal Welfare and Horse Protection programs.
• Provides technical guidance on inspection related matters such as veterinary care, husbandry, and handling to Animal Care Inspectors.

As a SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST at the GS-0346-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Logistics Sustainment Division, Automatic Identification Technology (AIT)/In Transit Visibility (ITV) Implementation Branch ensuring branch personnel comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
• Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules.
• Identify employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance.
• Establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with TCC's, Unified Commands, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Military Services, Defense Logistics Agency, General Services Administration, other DOD and Federal level agencies, and commercial transportation organizations.
• Provide deployment, distribution and logistics expertise for joint capabilities development policy, issues, and processes.