PROGRAM 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 serve as a program and management analyst, providing analytical and administrative support for the directorate's key programs. This includes task management analysis, cybersecurity program liaison, travel program management (DTS), budget execution (GPC)

Duties

DUTY 1: Serves as a program analyst for the directorate's administrative programs. DUTY 2: Manages and administers key administrative programs for the directorate, providing authoritative guidance to staff. DUTY 3: Utilizes a variety of office automation software and data systems to perform analysis and generate reports that inform leadership decision-making. DUTY 4: Manages special administrative projects and serves as the primary strategic liaison for complex, cross-functional organizational matters. Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes performing analytical assessment of current and projected process while applying metrics and management techniques as necessary while also providing reports, decisions, and recommendations from analysis of systems and programs. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full year of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related of Ph. D or equivalent doctoral degree, or LL.M., IN A RELATED FIELD from an accredited school. NOTE: You must provide your official transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combination of education and experience such as education in excess of the first 36 semester hours (i.e beyond the second year) of progressively higher-level graduate education (leading to Ph.D. or equivalent, or L.L.M.) IN A RELATED FIELD from an accredited school, and some (but less than 1 year) of specialized experience as described above. 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. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: 1. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and complete assignments, establish schedules and milestones in managing programs, and exercise a high degree of responsible initiative. 2. Knowledge of AFRC mission, organization, and relationship of AFRC units to active-duty MAJCOMs. Knowledge on the organization and policies of the Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force Operations. Knowledge and skill in application of methods and techniques required to analyze and evaluate the effects of continuing changes in program plans and funding. 3. Knowledge of rules, procedures, policies, and programs necessary to perform the procedural and administrative work of the organization. Knowledge of office functions to screen telephone calls and visitors, prepare and review correspondence, and perform other administrative work of the organization. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. 4. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to gather information, present recommendations and gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy and diplomacy. Expert skill in grammar, writing, editing practices and style requirements in preparation of written and oral presentations. Good interpersonal skills and team building skills and ability to foster effective working relationships. 5. Knowledge of Air Force and AFRC operations policies and procedures and financial management methods and procedures applicable to management of resources. Knowledge of commonly used financial/budgetary principles, concepts, guidance, and regulations to formulate, justify, and execute budgets and financial goals in support of the mission, goals, and programs of the organizations. Knowledge of Reserve airmen exercise process and associated policies, directives and AFIs. 6. Knowledge of organizational structures, mission and functions to perform work for management of resources. Knowledge of the requirements, techniques, procedures, practices, and processes of generally acceptable financial management principles and standards. 7. Skill in operating management information system equipment and computer systems for collecting and dispersing fiscal and analytical data. Knowledge of the mission, roles, function, and operation of the United States Air Force (USAF) and the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) organizations pertaining to training and readiness requirements/events budget formulation and financial management to provide guidance to subordinate units. 8. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures. Skill in use of desktop computer with ability to use data access and analysis tools and integrating extracted data into spreadsheets and briefing formats. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on budgetary processes/actions and financial management, negotiate complex issues, maintain good working order, discipline and working relations. 9. Knowledge of funds management policies and procedures and automated systems utilized for management and analysis of information pertaining to operational functions. Skill in utilizing the full suite of information technology (computer programs/software, databases and automated tools) for collecting and disbursing fiscal and analytical data. 10. Ability to advise the A6 Director and other key personnel of financial status and changes relating to program capabilities. Ability to lead others in complex financial analysis studies or projects requiring effective negotiations, problem resolution and expectation setting. Ability to plan, organize, mentor and direct teammates in providing detailed information requirements for creating complex budget requirements to effectively fund training and readiness events. 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. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other 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. 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.