MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST (CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT)

Summary

This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This position serves as a senior analyst and Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting the realization of the Department of War's (DoW) Joint Warfighting Concept and the delivery of required joint capabilities under the Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP).

Duties

As a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST (CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT) at the GS-0343-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Develops, leads, and conducts studies and comprehensive program management analysis to identify, frame, and prioritize the Department's most pressing JOPs and to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of solution options across the doctrine, organization, training, material, leadership and education, personnel, facilities, and policy (DOTmLPF-P) spectrum Plans and conducts analytic efforts in support of Capability Portfolio Management (CPM) and Capability Portfolio Management Reviews (CPMRs) establishing problem framing, scope, and approach Integrates cross-domain solutions by relating capabilities, dependencies, and interoperability requirements across the DoW enterprise, identifying unwarranted duplication for potential divestment, and identifying opportunities to leverage the full defense enterprise - including Service programs, commercial innovation, science and technology efforts, and allied and partner contributions. Prepares J-7 senior leaders for participation in Functional Capabilities Board (FCB), Joint Capabilities Board (JCB), and Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) fora, and represents the Division to boards and working groups composed of general officers, flag officers, and members of the Senior Executive Service Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Performing advanced analysis in support of Joint Force development and design, assessing the effectiveness of programs, processes, and initiatives related to capability development, organizational performance, and mission execution; Applying advanced analytic tools and automation - including artificial intelligence, large language models, and other automation capabilities - to organize, evaluate, and derive insights from large volumes of structured and unstructured information to support joint concept implementation and capability development activities, identify gaps, compare alternatives, and develop recommendations to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and future force outcomes; Consolidating complex, ambiguous, and conflicting information into authoritative analysis while integrating knowledge of the Joint Warfighting Concept, policies, and objectives, to support force development, force design, and the integration of emerging technologies into future concepts; Developing executive-level staff products, including analytical reports, decision support materials, briefings, presentations, and recommendations, to inform senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders on Joint Force development, readiness, resilience, and adaptability; Supporting multidisciplinary efforts to design, enable, analyze, and document rigorous analytic and related capability development activities that accelerate Joint Warfighting Concept refinement and the integration of emerging technologies into future force design. Experience refers to 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. How You Will Be Evaluated

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the minimum qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position. Competencies: Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire Assessment. This additional online assessment is required and must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Your results will be kept on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require the same USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of the following quality categories: Best Qualified: This highest category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including any selective placement factors and/or appropriate quality ranking factor(s), as determined by the job analysis. Highly Qualified: This higher category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position, including any selective placement factors and/or appropriate quality ranking factor(s) as determined by the job analysis. Qualified: This lowest category will be used for those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications of the position, including all selective placement factors and appropriate quality ranking factor(s) and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. Candidates may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=Category-Rating Names of the candidates in the Best Qualified category will be sent first to the hiring manager for employment consideration. Applicants in other categories will be referred in accordance with category rating procedures. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. Qualified veterans' preference eligible with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see Feds Hire Vets - Job Seekers - Veterans. Other Information

Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs (ICTAP eligibility): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).