Program Analyst

Summary

About the Position:

This position is assigned to DoD Education Activity HQ, Office of Chief of Staff Execitive Services Division. Learn more about this agency Duties

Review and coordinate the Privacy Impact Assessments for new, cloud based and third party systems the agency uses.Assist in the development of short and long term budget submissions, which includes equipment and software acquisition in addition to normal funding requirements for the office.Maintain control of program expenditures and operating funds, analyses trends, projects allocation requirements and verifies claims for cost reimbursement.Develop agency guidelines and directives in regards to the information collection program.Plan, direct, and execute the organizations forms management program; develop policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards for forms management program and electronic publishing products/program (EPP).Counsel mangers on the Paperwork Reduction Act process; advise managers on the nature of the collection and the coordination and coordinates with DoD and OMB to obtain approval for collection.Work with agency staff to conceptualize and specify forms requirements and objectives.Conduct management studies, surveys and research projects and provide advisory services on issues of moderate scope and impact to assess the effectiveness of the Information Collection and Forms Management Programs established goals and objectives.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.Direct deposit of pay is required.One year trial or probationary period may be required.Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. QualificationsWho May Apply: U.S. Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Specialized Experience
GS 11: One year of specialized experience which includes evaluating the effectiveness of information collection programs; managing a budget, such as planning, execution and analysis; and maintaining inventories and/or records of information collections. his definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
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Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: business, management, economics, political science and government, accounting, finance, marketing, psychology, computer and information science, and English.
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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Specialized Experience For GS 12: One year of specialized experience which includes evaluating the effectiveness of information collection programs; managing a budget, such as planning, execution and analysis; conducting studies, surveys and/or research projects of information collection programs; and developing policies, procedures or guidelines for an information collection program. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

For the GS-12: Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this position/grade, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Additional information

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Management may select at any of the grade levels announced. This recruitment provides promotion opportunity to the target grade of the position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management. Duties described reflect the full performance GS-12 level. If not selected at the full performance level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under close supervision.This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Read more Review our benefits How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
AccountabilityAttention to DetailBudget AdministrationCustomer ServiceDecision MakingFlexibilityInfluencing/NegotiatingInfluencing/NegotiatingInformation ManagementIntegrity/HonestyInterpersonal SkillsLearningOrganizational Performance AnalysisReading ComprehensionReasoningSelf-ManagementStress ToleranceTeamwork

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position.Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position.Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position.

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