The Assistant Director, Quality and Safety, provides support to the Director, Quality and Safety, in managing the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) Quality and Safety programs at all locations, including community-based outpatient clinics. Quality and Safety is aligned under the Office of Quality, Safety & Value (QSV). The incumbent is a member of the QSV team and is involved in assessing, delivering and improving the quality, safety, and value of healthcare services. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens