Director of Accountability and Operational Analysis Division

Summary

As a Supervisory Program Analyst, you will provide senior-level guidance, coordination, and technical direction for complex operational evaluation, performance analysis, and accountability initiatives. Location of position: Located in the Business Analytics Service Center, Office of Acquisition Solutions Development (ASD), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

Serves as a leader and internal consultant to management, identifying, developing, and implementing operational factors that impact the portfolio and business practices. Manages the creation of specialized and recurring management reports and analyses for the Service Center Director and other senior management. Provides senior expert advice and recommendations to the Director, SC, and/or upper management officials concerning business unit performance, as well as the impact of fiscal policies and conditions on portfolio, program operations, and overall organizational performance. Oversees and coordinates operational analysis and audit management activities related to the portfolio. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development and training. 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 Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required Qualifications

To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-15 salary range starts at $150,144 per year. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience: directing strategic planning, operational analysis, business forecasting, performance management, and organizational accountability activities within a complex organization; analyzing the impact of fiscal policies and conditions on portfolio and program operations; applying qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to evaluate program effectiveness, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to senior leadership; developing executive-level reports, briefings, and analyses to support program planning and operational decision-making; and providing leadership in workforce planning, resource management, employee development, and organizational oversight.

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. Expert knowledge of performance management, business analysis, forecasting methodologies, and strategic planning principles to evaluate operational factors, identify trends, and develop data-driven recommendations that improve portfolio performance. Expert ability to analyze complex operational, financial, and performance data and translate findings into executive-level reports, briefings, and actionable insights to support leadership decision-making. Ability to evaluate organizational performance, assess the impact of financial policies and business conditions, identify risk and opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership Expert knowledge of internal controls, audit processes, performance assessments, accountability frameworks, and risk management practices to ensure accurate reporting and effective operational oversight. Ability to assess workforce capabilities, identify skill gaps, and implement employee develop strategies that enhance analytical expertise, operational effectiveness, and mission performance 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. Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development Other Information

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.