Summary
As a Program Analyst, you will be managing and evaluating complex program and portfolio operations that involves analyzing market trends, vendor performance, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions. Location of position: Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Duties
Directs the comprehensive analysis and rigorous evaluation of complex programmatic data, developing authoritative assessments of performance and strategic recommendations that are presented to and influence decision making by senior management officials. Leads the planning and direction of highly complex projects, which involve evaluating and identifying a variety of operational problems, assessing alternative solutions, and recommending decisive actions. Designs, develops, and conducts comprehensive training programs to facilitate the successful implementation and adoption of new policies, procedures, systems, and tools across the agency. Prepares and/or conducts briefings for higher level management to explain the specific analysis of subject matter, as well as to provide recommendations or action plans and provide guidance and/or direction for implementation. Leads, champions, and executes complex change initiatives across ASD, FAS and/or government-wide.
Requirements
If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level). Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.
How you will be evaluated
A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the application of qualified candidates and assign a score for each of the five required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) based on the experience documented in the resume and narrative responses. Mastery of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methodologies to rigorously analyze program effectiveness and efficiency, evaluate accomplishments against organizational goals, and provide strategic recommendations. Mastery skill in project planning, coordination, and problem solving. Mastery skill in training design, development, and delivery. Expert ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior leadership and stakeholders. Expert knowledge in organizational change management and communication strategies, methodologies, techniques, and best practices to lead, champion, and execute complex, high-impact organizational change initiatives across the portfolio. Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your application. Applicants should also make note of each KSA, as you will be asked to address them later in the application process. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), your resume must clearly demonstrate experience in at least 3 of the 5 required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) to receive priority consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.