Program Analyst Jobs

Summary

As a Program Analyst, you will be responsible for providing in-depth analysis on a variety of subjects, evaluation of GSA programs, and exercising control over a variety of complex projects. The Facilities Management Division oversees regional programs related to the management and operation of space under the jurisdiction, custody, or control of PBS, both federally owned and leased. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

Monitors, evaluates and/or executes assigned programs and initiatives. Analyzes and evaluates (on a quantitative or qualitative basis) the effectiveness of program operations in meeting established goals and objectives; and performs cradle to grave analyses, develops life-cycle cost analyses and develops recommendations for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the management of the program and initiatives. Develops recommendations for program activities, operating policies and/or procedures; Serves as technical advisor for assigned program activities, recommending appropriate resources to facilitate accomplishment of objectives; and performs studies requiring evaluation and identification of a variety of operational problems, evaluating alternative solutions and recommending appropriate action. Conducts analytical studies that are of special interest to specific functional activities or programs, and participates in sensitive aspects of the program; and reviews, evaluates and monitors the progress of regional program areas in accomplishing objectives by appraising performance, progress, program status and trends against approved objectives and program goals and schedules. Prepares and/or conducts briefings for higher level management to explain the specific analysis of subject matter, as well as to provide recommendations or actions plans and provide guidance and/or direction for implementation.

Requirements

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
• Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.

Education

Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here. The GS-11 salary range starts at $69,107 per year. The GS-12 salary range starts at $82,830 per year. Salary is determined based on the duty station selected (General Schedule Pay Table). If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. To qualify for the GS-11, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience using analytical and evaluative techniques; utilizing qualitative and quantitative analysis; and conducting research and gathering statistical data. OR Education may be substituted for specialized experience: Have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or have successfully completed 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. To be creditable, graduate education must be in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. OR Have a combination of graduate education and specialized experience that when combined together meet the qualification requirements of this position. To qualify for the GS-12, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. This experience must include making recommendations to management to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of such programs and initiatives.

Additional Information

Bargaining Unit Status: This position is eligible for the bargaining unit If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Travel expenses associated with interviews may be approved. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:

• Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area. We are also accepting applications from all U.S. Citizens and Nationals under Vacancy Announcement #23PBSA889TJDE. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both. GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. Our commitment is: Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment; Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
• Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee