Management and Program Analyst
What you'd do
The Management and Program Analyst is responsible for performing administrative management services for an area office. This role provides advice and counsel to the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) on a full range of administrative matters in support of the management of program operations, and assists in the interpretation of information concerning policies, regulations, and procedures governing the area office's administrative matters.
Major duties
The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Assist with the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the administrative management functions. Provide direct support to the OIC and is responsible for the overall management activities and administrative office procedures. Provide general guidance, consultation and assistance; coordinate and perform common management and administrative duties, a variety of liaison activities, and special assignments. Conduct studies and analyze/evaluate services as they relate to procedural administrative functions and recommends process improvements. Recommend changes or revisions of internal policies, procedures or guidelines to provide the most efficient and cost effective services. Participation with supervisors to determine if administrative services provided are meeting program needs. Analyze monthly financial reports; noting discrepancies and initiating recommended actions. Review accounting reports generated by the National Finance Center (NFC) to ensure they are accurate and reconciles discrepancies. Provide advice and assistance to supervisors on the procedural aspects and interpretation of instructions for personnel activities.
What you need to qualify
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. FOR THE GS-7 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Using email, spreadsheets, and databases (e.g., Outlook, Excel and Access) to enter, analyze and report information. Preparing hardcopy files and maintaining electronic databases to timely and accurately record and manage records. Recommending improvements in program effectiveness and presenting that information in a way that supports management decision-making. Reviewing data and identifying inconsistencies. OR one full year of graduate level education with a major study in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, finance, or other fields related to the position. OR an appropriate combination of graduate level education and specialized experience. OR Superior Academic Achievement: To qualify based on superior academic achievement, you must have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution AND 1) have a class standing in the upper third of the graduating class, 2) membership in a national scholastic honor society (excluding Freshman honor societies), or 3) must meet certain GPA requirements. GPA requirements: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on official transcripts or as computed based on 4 years of education, or courses completed during the final 2 year of the curriculum; OR 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required course completed in the major field or courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum (GPA will be rounded to one decimal place, e.g., 2.95 rounds to 3.0 and 2.94 rounds to 2.9).Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. FOR THE GS-9 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-7 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Categorizing, interpreting, and analyzing incoming correspondence, and writing responses based on available samples and templates. Responding orally and in writing to complaints or other sensitive correspondence. Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to provide program status updates and respond to specialized, time-sensitive requests. Recommending improvements in program effectiveness and presenting that information in a way that supports management decision-making. Reviewing complex data and independently identifying inconsistencies and recommending solutions to reduce errors and inconsistencies. OR Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major study in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, finance, or other fields related to the position. OR LL.B. or J.D., if related. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. You are qualifying for this position based on Superior Academic Achievement. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-07 or GS-09 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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