Program Analyst

Summary

The Office of the Inspector General is one of the best places to work in the Department of Justice and is one of the premier inspector general offices in federal government. We offer excellent work-life flexibilities.The Evaluation & Inspection Division, staffed primarily with analysts, provides the Inspector General with an alternative mechanism to traditional audit and investigative disciplines to assess various DOJ operations and programs. Come work on diverse teams to solve complex problems.

Duties

If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected office that is responsible for evaluations, inspections, and reviews of DOJ programs. As a Program Analyst, you will perform the following duties, typically in a team environment as a team leader or member, and occasionally as the sole analyst for specific products of limited scope. The Program Analyst will plan, execute, and participate in all phases of reviews of DOJ programs and functional areas to assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, or participate in sensitive and complex congressional or DOJ management inquiries referred for review. Major duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: Conducting research and collecting, assessing, organizing, and analyzing relevant information from diverse data sources; Evaluating internal and external policy, and applying qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to assess programs and processes; Interviewing employees, senior managers, and others involved with the program, activity, or function under review; Communicating complex and/or controversial issues through clear writing, visualizations, and verbal presentations to management; Developing recommendations to facilitate organizational or process changes; Developing and reviewing written materials (such as reports, special analyses, proposals) and presentations to convey information and make recommendations and improvements concerning complex programs and functions while demonstrating understanding of the organization's programs and activities; and Analyzing management responses to report findings and recommendations and preparing formal replies. Qualifications

Specialized Experience is paid or unpaid experience which has equipped you with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. GS-11: You must have successfully completed a Ph.D or J.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to a GS-9 Program Analyst Position; OR a combination of education and experience as listed below. Examples of specialized experience for the GS-343-11 level include but are not limited to: 1) Collecting and analyzing information from diverse data sources including interviews; 2) Evaluating internal and external policy; 3) Communicating complex and/or controversial issues both in writing and verbally; 4) Preparing segments of evaluation reports addressing an organization's productivity and efficiency, including conclusions and recommendations; 5) Possessing sound knowledge of how to use various databases and spreadsheets, and developing graphs, charts, and other data visualizations to organize, analyze, and present a variety of data. GS-12: You must have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level. Examples of specialized experience for the GS-343-11 level include, but are not limited to: 1) Presenting information and data to members of a team or higher level management; 2) Preparing segments of evaluation reports addressing an organization's productivity and efficiency, including conclusions and recommendations; 3) Planning or leading evaluations or inspections; 4) Possessing sound knowledge of how to use various databases and spreadsheets, and developing graphs, charts, and other data visualizations to organize, analyze, and present a variety of data. GS-13: You must have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level. Examples of specialized experience for the GS-343-12 level include, but are not limited to: 1) Presenting complex data in formal settings to higher level management; 2) Preparing segments of evaluation reports addressing an organization's productivity and efficiency, including conclusions and recommendations; 3) Planning and leading comprehensive evaluations or inspections; 4) Possessing sound knowledge of how to use various databases and spreadsheets, and developing graphs, charts, and other data visualizations to organize, analyze, and present a variety of data. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade level (or equivalent).You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade level (or equivalent). You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

At the GS-11 grade you can qualify if you successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUPPORT YOUR EDUCATION. All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov. For foreign education, see: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. You may not use education as specialized experience Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at GS-12 and GS-13 grade levels. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the below competencies. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire and a review of your application by a panel of subject matter experts. You will be assessed on the following competencies: 1). Program Evaluation 2). Critical Thinking 3). Research and Analysis 4). Verbal Communication Skills 5). Interpersonal Skills 6). Writing Skills 7). Team Leading/Coaching 8). Software Application If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for further employment consideration. USAHire Assessment: Applicants will be required to complete a USAHire Assessment. This assessment is online and measures the following competencies: Accountability, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Influencing/Negotiating, Integrity/Honesty, Interpersonal Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Learning, Program Evaluation, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, Research and Analysis, Self-Management, Software Application, Stress Tolerance, Team Leading/Coaching, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, and Writing Skills You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the USAHire assessment. Resume/Transcript Review: Your resume will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications. Applicants found to meet the requirements will be eligible to proceed to a qualifying interview. Qualifying Interview: Applicants who pass the resume/transcript review may be assessed via an interview. Writing Sample: Eligible candidates will be required to provide a writing sample. Other Information

DOJ EEO Statement/Policy: http://www.justice.gov/jmd/eeos/08-eeo-policy.pdf As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.