Program Analyst
What you'd do
This position leads teams of specialists or independently analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of programs and operations in meeting established goals, integrating financial, technical, and programmatic information to support informed decision-making. The role uses relevant research, legislative developments, and policy trends to advise agency managers and shape regulatory, legislative, and budgetary proposals that enhance overall program performance.
Major duties
If selected for this position, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Analyze and evaluate, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives; and analyze and integrate program financial, technical, and other information. Analyze organizational priorities and provide a wide range of liaison services to support program and/or administrative functions, including the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Define goals to be met on major program issues, recommend a course of action, and implement the course of action chosen for various administrative areas of the organization, such as budget and fiscal management, supply, service and equipment procurement, personnel and workforce utilization, contract negotiation, construction and renovation, or space utilization. Develop detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation, administration and change of the assigned program, and develop criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Serve as an expert program analyst and provides assistance in one or more of the following areas: policy analysis, program oversight, evaluation activities, strategic planning, and research coordination. Develop and review legislative, regulatory and budgetary proposals. Evaluate the content of new or modified legislation, and/or agency policies and procedures for projected impact upon programs and resources. Maintain broad knowledge of relevant research and evaluation findings as well as legislative developments related to assigned areas. Make recommendations on new or modified developments, priorities and objectives to improve the organization's program performance.
What you need to qualify
In order to qualify for a Program 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., if related; 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.) Analyzing the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of conventional problems involving program operations. 2.) Reviewing the effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the management and administration of financial and budgeting operations. 3.) Gathering and organizing statistical information to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations. AND 4.) Drafting recommendations for modifying, revising, or implementing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations; OR C. a combination of post baccalaureate education that is related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify at for a Program Analyst, GS-343 position at the GS-12 level, you must have one-year 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.) Analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of organizational programs. 2.) Performing studies and analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the management and administration of financial and budgeting operations. 3.) Implementing procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations. 4.) Recommending and implementing operations solutions to senior management. In order to qualify for a Program Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-13 level, you must have one year 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.) Analyzing the effectiveness of programs and operations in achieving established goals and objectives. 2.) Developing and implementing policies to support program functions. 3.) Conducting research and reconciling conflicting data to provide recommendations for program improvement. AND 4.) Evaluating the impact of new or modified legislation, policies, and procedures on organizational programs. 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. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13000618
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