VCS Region Director- Sacramento CA

Veterans Health Administration • Sacramento, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The VCS Region Director leads operations across a designated region of VA medical centers and outpatient clinics. The director oversees mission delivery, financial planning and performance, and initiatives to improve efficiency and service. The role also sets short- and long-term strategies aligned with VHA goals and VCS priorities and provides supervisory and technical guidance to promote consistent performance across the region.

Requirements

• ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained within 90 days of hire)
• Will be required to obtain and maintain a Tier 4-level background investigation.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Retail Management, Food Service Management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience in food service or retail management.
• Minimum of five (5) years of multi-unit management experience in food service, hardline or soft line retail, such as experience with big box or national chain retailers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of operational policies, procedures, and programs within a structured retail or restaurant organization.
• Proven ability to analyze operating budgets and financial statements, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.
• Experience planning, developing, and executing retail, food service, or vending programs and initiatives across multiple locations.
• Effective leadership skills, including experience managing teams across multiple or remote locations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with a minimum of two (2) years of regular professional use.
• ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained within 90 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage canteen budgets to achieve sales goals and maintain financial sustainability.
• Analyze financial reports to identify trends and implement solutions to address operational and financial challenges.
• Provide regional oversight and leadership for Human Resources activities, including staffing, recruitment, employee relations, workforce planning, and personnel actions.
• Support effective staffing strategies, employee engagement, and workforce development across the region.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess canteen operations, ensuring compliance with policies and performance standards.
• Implement corrective actions to resolve deficiencies and improve effectiveness.
• Train and develop Canteen Managers.
• Evaluate Canteen Manager performance, identify development opportunities, and support career progression decisions.
• Lead recruitment and hiring for key positions, including Assistant Canteen Chiefs and Canteen Chief roles.
• Lead initiatives to enhance customer service, ensuring high-quality food offerings and adherence to established retail and food service standards.
• Maintain strong partnerships with Medical Center leadership and VA officials.
• Communicate key operational issues to executive leadership to ensure awareness and alignment.
• Oversee allocation of personnel, equipment, and supplies to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure proper inventory control, asset protection, and coordination of equipment procurement and evaluation.
• Analyze financial and staffing data to optimize workforce planning.
• Contribute to marketing strategies, deliver briefings and training, and lead special projects to drive growth and improve operations.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager