Public Notice - Administrative and Management (Direct Hire)

Summary

Positions are in various NASA organizations and may be filled in any advertised series or grade. A targeted area is focused on expertise for Program, Planning, and Control, leading program and administrative functions, developing policies and analytical methods, and advising leadership on strategies that strengthen program execution and organizational effectiveness.

Duties

• Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
• Leads program planning and control (PP and C) strategies, integrating cost, schedule, risk, and performance data for high-impact decisions.
• Conceives and manages major administrative and program functions requiring expert interpretation of broad policies and complex issues.
• Provides authoritative consultation to senior leaders on integrating PP and C, business operations, and program objectives.
• Develops and interprets Agency-wide PP and C and program management guidelines, standards, and analytical methods.
• Leads complex analyses and studies to evaluate program effectiveness, organizational processes, and strategic impacts. Performs additional program and management analysis duties aligned with evolving mission and organizational needs.
• Represents NASA in high-level negotiations and discussions to resolve issues involving diverse stakeholders and priorities. Oversees creation of high-visibility reports and briefings synthesizing analytical findings for senior leadership.
• Drives innovation by developing new PP and C or business operations concepts, strategies, or analytical approaches. Leads multidisciplinary teams as the recognized analytical and program management expert for key initiatives.
• For supervisory positions, you will perform a full range of supervisory duties, which includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-09 level, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level: Assisting in gathering, organizing, or analyzing program data to support routine studies, assessments, or reports; providing basic administrative or program support such as data entry, document tracking, workflow coordination, or record maintenance. OR b) Completed all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL. B or J.D, if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-11, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Applying analytical methods to evaluate program operations, schedule or cost data, or organizational processes; supporting development or documentation of planning and control products (e.g., schedules, cost data, performance metrics, WBS elements, baseline records). OR b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.M., if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Using a variety of analytical and evaluative methods to assess program effectiveness, schedule performance, cost trends, or operational issues; presenting analytical findings to stakeholders to inform decisions; developing or contributing to management assessment products such as integrated schedules, resource analyses, planning packages, or performance reviews. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Applying advanced qualitative and quantitative methods to manage or assess complex programs, evaluating effectiveness, milestones, or performance against objectives; originating analytical techniques or criteria to address complex problems, risks, or interrelated issues across programs; advising senior officials on complex issues. To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Developing, integrating, or managing major analysis or management assessment products such as cost/schedule baselines, enterprise metrics, or significant program reviews; developing policy or strategic guidance; exercising oversight responsibility for program or organization operations and outcomes. To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Conceiving, planning, or managing major administrative or program functions with broad impact, requiring expert interpretation of nonspecific policy or legislative direction; leading high-level negotiations or discussions to resolve complex issues involving divergent stakeholder priorities; advising executive or senior leadership on critical programmatic and organizational matters. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process. Promotion Potential The full performance level (FPL) will vary based on the position in which the selectee is placed and does not default to the highest grade advertised.

Education

Basic Requirement (GS-09/11) If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation. How You Will Be Evaluated

Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet. Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information please see: Veterans' Preference information on the FedsHireVets website. You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or assessment questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. You will be assessed on the following competencies: Business Management Policy Management Program/Project Analysis Administration and Management Technical Competence Planning and Evaluating Problem Solving Decision Making To preview the application questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13066418 NASA considers 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment. If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer. If you feel you are asked to disclose your criminal history before you accept a tentative offer and wish to file a complaint within 30 days, please contact: [email protected]. Other Information

Other duty locations not specifically listed on this announcement may be considered at management's discretion. Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement. For purposes of Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) selection priority, well-qualified is defined as possessing knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies which clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position, as determined through SME review of the resume/application. If you have special priority selection rights under ICTAP, you must: Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. Exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Submit proof that you meet the requirements for ICTAP as indicated in "Required Documents." For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap. Any applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal government within the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement, if selected, may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/voluntary-separation-incentive-payments/. Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit. Probationary Period You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Supervisory probationary periods are not subject to the above process, although, if a standard probationary period is required. You are subject to the conditions of both a standard probationary period and the supervisory probationary period.