PROGRAM ANALYST

Duties

GS-09 Duties:

Performs developmental assignments. Performs moderately difficult and complex assignments consisting of wellprecedented
tasks to further orient the employee in the application of occupational principles, methods, and techniques.

Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs work assignments which gradually increase in difficulty and complexity.

Carries out special projects and participates in special initiatives and studies.

Prepares written correspondence and other documents and briefs efforts, as required.

GS-11 Duties:

Identifies specific requirements for manpower, and services needed to support current and future logistics, engineering, and force protection operations and staffing and correlates those requirements with program plans to assure timely support.

Documents logistics, engineering, and force protection manpower and manning decisions in appropriate formats to meet Air Force and Major Command requirements.

Serves as the primary organizational liaison with civilian personnel on all actions involving civilian recruitment, classification, performance evaluation, placement, promotions, separations, career development, equal employment, awards, reprimands, etc. Tracks all personnel, manpower, and training actions.

Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff functions and activities to influence managers and other officials to accept and implement findings and recommendations, resolve conflict or resource problems, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• 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.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must have or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
• This is a developmental position; this position may be filled at the GS-09-Target-GS-11 grade level, or this position may be filled at the Fully Qualified GS-11 level based on the qualification of the candidate. (con't)
• The individual selected for the GS-09 position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting any legal and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

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 Series 0343.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE for GS-09: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, theories and practices of manpower and personnel issues, program management, planning, programming, and budget analysis principles, and the standard practices, methods, techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult, but well-precedent assignments, operations, evaluations, programing, planning and budgeting. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Practical knowledge of mission, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding for assigned budget activities in order to facilitate budget development and execution.

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EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B., if related in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 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%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge and skill in applying analytical, evaluative, qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of programs. Knowledge of a wide range of Air Force logistics, engineering, and force protection policies and operations, air mobility missions, Air Force manpower determinates, and organizational policy, principles, and practices. Knowledge of military command structure, mission, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of the various command entities and processes involved in overall planning and execution of operations, evaluations, programing, planning and budgeting.

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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 or LL.M., if related in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 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%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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:

GS-09

Knowledge of the principles, concepts, theories and practices of manpower and personnel issues, program management, planning, programming, and budget analysis principles, and the standard practices, methods techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult, but well-precedent assignments.

Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives.

Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to clearly communicate factual and procedural information.

Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a team comprised of peers and management.

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.

GS-11

Knowledge and skill in applying analytical, evaluative, qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of programs.

Knowledge of a wide range of Air Force logistics, engineering, and force protection policies and operations, air mobility missions, Air Force manpower determinates, and organizational policy, principles, and practices.

Knowledge of military command structure, mission, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events.

Knowledge of the various command entities and processes involved in overall planning and execution of operations, evaluations, programing, planning, and budgeting.

Ability to plan, organize, and develop studies or projects, and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations where the proposals involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and ability to lead and effectively participate in teams.

Knowledge of regulations and processes associated with civilian personnel actions and documents relating to classification, performance evaluation, promotion, separation, hiring, career development, and maintenance of unit manpower documents for the directorate.

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

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

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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