MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To conduct studies/analyses of limited scope and/or assist in comprehensive manpower and organizational studies/analyses of organizations, functions, and work processes and provide basic management consultant capabilities to improve mission effectiveness, resource efficiency, and resource savings. Responsibilities GS-09 Plans, develops, and conducts organizational structure, workforce staffing/utilization, and/or space utilization studies or portions of studies of the serviced organization(s), to improve and simplify processes and maximize resources utilization. Conducts work measurement, methods and procedures, manpower requirements utilization, and/or engineered time standard studies for issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature, (e.g., travel voucher processing, workflow through closely related units, etc.). Conducts competitive sourcing studies i.e., Commercial Activities, cost comparison, direct conversion, etc., management surveys, and/or research projects of a limited scope and provides advisory services on procedural and relationship issues that deal with readily observable program conditions. Assists in performing internal management support services in the areas of program cost monitoring, annual fiscal planning (e.g., Defense Planning Guidance (DPG), Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) cycle, etc.), and development of annual work plan(s) for organization(s) of limited scope. GS-11 & GS-12: Studies the structure and/or functions of organizations with interrelated work processes or functions to improve processes, maximize resources utilization. Prepares detailed plans and performs work measurement, methods and procedures, manpower requirements utilization, benchmarking, and/or time engineered studies for substantive work processes and functions that are interrelated to improve production efficiency. Designs, plans, and facilitates CPI events, manpower assessments, management surveys, and research projects, providing advisory services of a wide variety on substantive issues with moderate scope, complexity, and impact, assessing the overall effectiveness of program operations. Provides substantive management support services in the areas of strategic planning alignment, program manpower cost analysis, annual and multi-year fiscal planning, development of annual and multi-year fiscal planning (e.g., Defense Planning Guidance (DPG), Planning, Programming, Budgeting System (PPBS) cycle, etc.), development of annual work plan(s), and/or commercial activity for organization(s) whose operations are interrelated and fairly stable. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE 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 management and organization principles and theories, including standardized administrative practices and procedures common to the organization or area of responsibility. Knowledge of and skill in applying conventional methods to gather, analyze, and evaluate information concerning management processes, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate action. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and I have at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE 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 includes knowledge and skill in applying CPI analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support organizations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, instructions, policies, and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources in the area studied. Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes and administrative operations of the organization. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Ph.D or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have a combination of specialized 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 transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-12: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and skill in applying CPI analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for complex issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, instructions, policies, and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources in the area studied. Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes and administrative operations of the organization. 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. 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. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. 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: 1. Knowledge and skill in the application of DOD, Joint, and AF management engineering principles, concepts, and methodologies and basic financial management directives, concepts, procedures, guidance, and policy. 2. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature to devise organizational structuring options for organizations of a limited scope. 3. Skill in conducting interviews with supervisors and employees to obtain information about organizational missions, functions, and work procedures. 4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. 5. Ability to access or locate information through the use of a personal computer and software programs. GS-11 & GS-12: 1. Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Joint Service and AF management engineering, organization and CPI principles, concepts, and methodologies. 2. Knowledge of process improvement techniques such as Lean Six Sigma, benchmarking, metric/statistical analysis, and process flow charting. 3. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques used to resolve complex problems of a broad range of functional areas related to CPI. 4. Ability and skill using PC to operate data base management systems, requirements analysis, and data manipulation and extraction techniques. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; skill in conducting interviews with employees, supervisors, and management officials at MAJCOM and HQ USAF to obtain information about organizational missions, functions, and work procedures. 6. Ability to carry out and complete assignments involving complex work with diverse and dynamic groups by gaining their cooperation with tact, courtesy, and diplomacy and moving them towards an ownership of their objective without imposing personal bias. 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 transcripts with 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 here 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 here. 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 here 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 here 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 here 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.