MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a senior Strategy and Management Analyst within the NGB J5, Policy, Strategy, and Assessments Division. The incumbent serves as the principle advisor on the development, integration, and communication of strategic initiatives politico-military analysis, and international affairs programs, ensuring alignment with the Chief, National Guard Bureau's strategic vision and national security objectives.

As the principle senior strategy and management analyst, supports and advises the military Division Chief in the strategic planning, development, management, and oversight of all National Guard (NG) international affairs and security cooperation programs, including the State Partnership Program (SPP).

Provides expert analysis on the implementation and coordination of NGB Strategic Guidance and Department of Defense (DOD) directives.

Provides expert assistance for NGB/ Directorate-Level Strategic Partnership and International Affairs in support of CNGB-directed requirements to integrate, coordinate, and communicate the Chiefs International Policy and engagement direction.

Leads NGB assessment efforts and serves as the program manager for formal feedback to the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff and the Chief, NGB.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-secret clearance.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/ or irregular hours.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.
• This is a centrally managed position in the operations career field

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Cont:

• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive position presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. Category II/ Type 5 (Code O).

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions- Management and Program Analysis (0343)

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes This position requires mastery of advanced management principles, strategic planning, and international affairs to serve as the principle senior analyst and technical authority for all National Guard (NG) security cooperation programs, including the State Partnership Program (SPP). This mastery is required to conduct expert analysis of the highest-level national strategic documents (e.g., GEF, JSCP, UCP, DPG) and to prepare critical comments and sound counter proposals that inform and influence joint military policy. The incumbent applies this comprehensive knowledge to lead CNGB-directed, enterprise-wide projects that facilitate the transformation of the entire National Guard. The incumbent is the recognized expert in integrating strategic plans, resources, and international policy, furnishing critical data and operational implications to drive 4-star level decisions.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Comprehensive knowledge, based on education and experience, of International Affairs and the State Partnership Programs.

Sound Understanding and conceptualization of International Policy, international agreements, and related influence and interest activities as they pertain throughout the National Guard and partnership programs.

Ability to integrate NGB/J5 goals and objectives into the planning and execution of key operational events, and to evaluate the effectiveness of planning actions related to overall program execution

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of working groups, and to meet complex program requirements and objectives withing available resources.

Expert knowledge of the State Partnership Program (SPP), including its management, policies, and operational execution across the 54 States and Territories.

A high degree of written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate, persuade, and negotiate with all levels of staff, including senior-level leadership within and outside the DoD, and to maintain critical working relationships.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

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120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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