Management Analyst
What you'd do
As a Management Analyst you will plan and conduct studies related to management improvement issues. You will advise on the impact of changes in mission or resources and recommend alternative courses of action and possible solutions for resolving management problems in areas such as systems, manpower utilization, productivity management, workflow, and paperwork management. This announcement may be used to fill vacancies within multiple NIH institutes. All interested candidates should apply.
Major duties
If selected for this position, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Lead teams of specialists or individually conduct in-depth studies, reviews, evaluations, and assessments of issues and proposals assigned. Determine the functionality of unique organizational structures and provide coordination among key participants for the long-range planning and development of organizational strategies to meet objectives and mission. Initiate and execute very complex administrative and management projects. Utilize expert skills in studying work methods, administrative guidelines, procedures, utilization of human resources, work assignments, delegations of authority, management controls, information and documentation systems, etc. Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective and economical ways to accomplish workload and program objectives. Participate in planning sessions. Establish and maintain contacts with other Government agencies and private organizations to exchange information. Design and conduct comprehensive management studies to identify and propose solutions to management problems.
What you need to qualify
In order to qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-11 level, you must have: A. completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M. Education must be related to the position to be qualifying. OR B. 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Gathering and analyzing narrative and statistical information using established methods. 2.) Conducting studies of work processes and administrative procedures. 3.) Applying analytical techniques to recommend solutions for management problems. AND 4.) Establishing facts and developing connections between findings and proposed solutions. OR C. combination of post baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-12 level, you must have: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Planning and conducting management improvement studies across organizational functions. 2.) Modifying analytical methods to address specific circumstances in organizational studies. 3.) Preparing and delivering briefings to present findings to management. 4.) Collaborating with agency leadership to develop alternative courses of action. In order to qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-13 level, you must have: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Employing analytical techniques to resolve productivity problems across organizational segments. 2.) Establishing study methods for audits and interpreting independently developed findings. 3.) Developing recommendations for work method changes and systems improvements. AND 4.) Analyzing administrative operations and developing strategies to improve program implementation. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. review application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12999578
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