About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located in the Dental Program at the Pine Ridge Service Unit, Indian Health Service, Pine Ridge, South Dakota. The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and administer a comprehensive dental health services program for the Pine Ridge Service Unit (PRSU), including clinical and administrative oversight of the Dental Clinics at Kyle Health Center and Wanblee Health Center A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Dentistry Series 0680 In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Plans, assigns, and directs the work of subordinate supervisors and a multi-tiered dental workforce; Performs the full range of complex and advanced general dental procedures, including diagnosis and treatment of difficult cases involving severe oral disease; Provides leadership, oversight, and direction to subordinate supervisors in the administration of dental services; Develops, implements, and evaluates the Dental Quality Assessment Program, including Peer Review, Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation, and Focused Professional Practice Evaluation activities Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Major DutiesPlans, assigns, and directs the work of subordinate supervisors and a multi-tiered dental workforce, establishing priorities and ensuring accomplishment of program objectives and patient care requirements. Evaluates employee and supervisory performance, establishes performance expectations, provides feedback Plans, organizes, and administers the comprehensive dental health services program Performs the full range of complex and advanced general dental procedures, including diagnosis and treatment of difficult cases involving severe oral disease, medically and mentally compromised patients, and serious genetic or systemic conditions, applying the latest techniques to achieve optimal clinical outcomesRequirementsSelectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. 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.