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Regional Section Chief, Field Medical Coordination Unit (O-6 Billet) Supervisory

Immigration and Customs Enforcement · Department of Homeland Security

This job in plain English

This is a full-time supervisory job as Regional Section Chief in the Field Medical Coordination Unit of ICE's Immigration Health Service Corps (IHSC). The chief oversees healthcare for people in ICE custody in one region and supervises other medical coordinators. Only current USPHS Commissioned Corps officers can apply, there is 1 vacancy, the work location is negotiable after selection, and the job requires after-hours availability and travel of up to 20%.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only current USPHS Commissioned Corps officers can apply. Civilians and USPHS Call to Active Duty candidates are not eligible. You must be a U.S. citizen.

What you would do

  • Directs Regional Field Medical Coordinators on taskings, operations, and patient case management.
  • Supervises Regional Field Medical Coordinators and oversees Field Medical Coordinators in the region.
  • Rates performance and advises on personnel matters for regional staff.
  • Helps develop training and revise policies and program improvements.
  • Responds to inquiries from Congress, civil rights groups, and the Justice Department.
  • Reviews incidents, sentinel events, and possible litigation and gives guidance.

Do you qualify for CC-6?

With experience: You need a minimum of 6 years of professional experience relevant to your officer category. At least 4 of those years must be in managing, administering, or evaluating public health programs. Two years of case management experience is preferred.

With education: You need a graduate degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Finance, Health Care Management, or a related field. You must also be a licensed Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Provider with extensive direct patient care experience, preferably in a correctional setting. Degrees must come from schools accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting body.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Licensed Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Provider
  • CPR/BLS certification, maintained
  • Basic readiness status, maintained
  • Preferred: Certified Managed Care Nurse, ANCC Board Certified Nurse Case Manager, or Certified Case Manager (if you do not hold one, you must get one within 36 months of starting)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Cover letter or letter of interest
  • Degrees, placed under Diploma/GED
  • Professional license, if applicable
  • Additional professional certificates, if applicable
  • Three professional references with name, title, and contact information
  • Official USPHS Promotion CV showing experience, education, and training
  • Optional civilian resume for additional work experience
  • Copy of your Certificate of Investigation from your eOPF
  • Your three most recent Commissioned Officer Effectiveness Reports (COERs)
  • Current Service Remaining Requirements Agreement, if you are a current IHSC PHS officer
  • Statement of any Assignment Pay Agreement and its end date, or a memo attesting you have none

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents will be checked against the minimum qualifications. The best-qualified applicants are sent to the hiring manager, who may interview them. Failing to provide all required information may result in an ineligible rating or a lower overall rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Include the official USPHS Promotion CV and your three most recent COERs, because missing items can lower your rating.
  • Place degrees under Diploma/GED and only list schools accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accreditor.
  • You must live within 50 miles of an IHSC Field Office after selection, so plan your location before applying. Applications are due 11:59 PM EST on 11/07/2026.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. You must be available after hours by cell phone or email for urgent issues. You must take part in the ITOS on-call schedule, which is either one full month or two 16-day periods per year. Travel of up to 20% is required, including temporary duty (TDY) at IHSC-staffed detention facilities when needed.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses are reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Background investigation
  • Drug screen
  • Males born after 12/31/59 must certify Selective Service registration
  • 18 to 24-month service commitment to IHSC
  • Must not have an active Assignment Pay Agreement, or it must be fulfilled within 90 days of application
  • Must participate in the IHSC TDY On-Call Schedule (ITOS)
  • Must be able to lift objects over 30 pounds and assist sick or injured detainees or staff
  • Must be able to sit or stand for 6 to 8 hours and perform CPR standing or kneeling

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$1 – $150,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
CC-6 · CC
Location
Location Negotiable After Selection
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
25% or less
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
Yes
Occupation
Nurse (0610), Physician Assistant (0603)
Announcement
IHSC-FMCU-RSC-O6-S-2027

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