Business Specialist
What you'd do
This position is within Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Chief Administrative Office (N), Workplace Services (NW), Workplace Services and Business Operations (NWP), and Business Operations & Services (NWPO). We're seeking a Business Specialist to provide expert analysis on complex issues, acting as a consultant to leadership to improve operational efficiency and implement strategic solutions. If you're a strategic problem-solver, apply to help us power the Pacific Northwest.
Major duties
Be the Strategic Force Behind Our Mission to Energize the Pacific Northwest! Are you a strategic innovator who thrives on transforming complex challenges into elegant solutions? Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is on a mission to deliver reliable, affordable, and clean energy to the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking a top-tier Business Specialist to be a critical driver of our operational success and a key partner in our continued modernization. In this vital role, you won't just support our mission-you will actively shape it by analyzing our most complex business challenges and designing the future of our operations. You will be empowered to make a tangible impact on an organization that powers millions of homes and businesses. As a Business Specialist, you will: Serve as a trusted internal consultant to management and leadership, providing expert analysis and advisory services on a wide range of complex business issues. Spearhead high-impact initiatives to re-engineer and continuously improve critical business processes, driving efficiency and enhancing organizational effectiveness. Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and compelling narratives to inform executive decision-making and guide strategic planning. Develop and present innovative, high-impact recommendations to senior leaders on business operations, strategic direction, and the implementation of new programs. Lead and manage high-visibility, cross-functional projects from concept to completion, ensuring objectives are met on time and within budget. Design and implement meaningful performance metrics and dashboards to monitor business health, track progress against strategic goals, and identify areas for improvement. Champion organizational change by developing effective communication strategies, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and fostering buy-in for new initiatives across all levels of the organization. Tackle the organization's most ambiguous and complex operational challenges, conducting in-depth analysis to identify root causes and formulate lasting, strategic solutions.
What you need to qualify
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-11: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) reviewing requirements for office supplies, equipment or space management needs to ensure business needs are met; 2) assisting in the preparation of statements of work (SOW) for contracts and services; and 3) reviewing work processes and identifying areas for improvements. You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or a LL.M., if related; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. -OR- Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first two years of full-time study may be credited). One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours the graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. If the graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study is not available, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) is used. When crediting education that requires specific course work the number of hours of related courses required, as a proportion of the total education, is prorated. GS-12: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) determining requirements for office supplies, equipment, or space management needs and locating vendor options to fulfill those services; 2) preparing or updating statements of work (SOW) and required contracting documents for procurement; and 3) analyzing work processes and recommending updates to improve effectiveness and efficiency. There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-12 level. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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