Leadership Team
Charles (Chuck) R. Thilges | 412-822-3313
Deputy Network Director
Chuck Thilges began his appointment as the VISN 4 Deputy Network Director on January 29, 2018.
Chuck joined the VA as the Fiscal Administration Supervisor at the Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System in November 2005. Most recently, he served as the VISN 4 Chief Financial Officer in February 2016 to January 2018. Prior to this position he filled the role of the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System Chief Financial Officer from October 2009 to January 2016. He also served as an Auditor for the VISN 4 Network Office May 2008 to September 2009.
Chuck holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration – Healthcare and Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Waynesburg University. He also holds Associates Degrees in Financial Management and Fire Science, from the Community College of the Air Force.
Chuck is 20 year Air Force Veteran, serving 10 Years in Financial Management and 10 years as a Fire Fighter.