Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, PROGRAM ANALYST, NH-0343-02 is to serve as a Program Analyst responsible for providing managers with objectively based information for making decisions on the administrative and programmatic aspect of agency operations and management. Responsibilities - Provide substantive management support services in the areas of program cost analysis, annual and multi-year fiscal planning, development of annual work plans(s) and/or commercial activity for organizations whose operations are interrelated and fairly stable in nature. - Assist managers with the preparation of detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs and/or fiscal planning and programming. - Perform the full range of conventional office support duties requiring knowledge and skill in analytical and office administrative methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies and processes. - Carry out special assignments as directed. - Execute project support tasks such as processing invoices within WAWF, developing and providing project financial status reports, and maintaining and updating reporting databases and briefing materials. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible general experience, one year of experience which is equivalent to at least a grade level (GS-04), pay band (NH-01), or equivalent and at a level close to the work of this position that has given them the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. General experience is described as analyzing problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. OR EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree. This education has been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: An equivalent combination of successfully completed, post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of program analysis policies, methods, and processes, to include planning, analyzing, and evaluating the effectiveness of construction programs. 2. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals and objectives to include sources of funding pertinent to Division programs. 3. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems capabilities to accomplish budget and funding tasks. 4. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to a broad range of functional areas related to construction. 5. Skill to develop innovative and feasible solutions to complex issues. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information This is an acquisition demonstration project position, NH-0343-02, equivalent to the GS-5 - GS-11, WITH A TYPICAL SALARY RANGE OF $34,454.00 to $82,108.00. For more information on Acq Demo please go to the following links: DoD AcqDemo Homepage: http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ Fact Sheet: http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click here to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.