2026.02.15

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Acquisition & Utilization Specialist position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Acquisition & Utilization Specialist, and it’s located in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $75,897 to $98,671.

Dr.Job

What are the main responsibilities of the Acquisition & Utilization Specialist?

Ms.Smith

As the Acquisition Utilization Specialist, you’ll act as the medical center liaison and advisor on contract-related services, focusing on critical clinical and healthcare services, product acquisition, and support services for project managers, program managers, upper management, and stakeholders.

Dr.Job

What are the qualifications needed to apply for this position?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, you need to meet all requirements by the closing date of February 4, 2026, and if you’re a current Federal employee, you must meet time-in-grade requirements. For a GS-11 position, you need to have served 52 weeks at the GS-9 level in the Federal service.

Dr.Job

Is there any preferred experience for applicants?

Ms.Smith

Yes, having a current COR I certification or previous experience as a COR managing a government contract is preferred.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith