Management and Program Analyst

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Analyzing program/project operations, processes, or data to identify issues, trends, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.

Applying analytical and evaluative methods to assess program/project or organizational issues and develop recommendations or solutions. Planning, coordinating, or supporting the implementation of program/project organizational initiatives. Evaluating program/project performance, operational impacts, or organizational readiness to determine effectiveness and support program/project objectives.

Coordinating with management, subject matter experts and stakeholders to resolve issues, and support program/project objectives. Preparing and presenting reports, briefings, or analytical summaries that communicate findings, recommendations, program/project status, or operational impacts to management or other stakeholders.

AND You must also meet the following requirement(s): TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT (TACA): By the closing date (or if this is an open continuous announcement, by the cut-off date) specified in this job announcement, current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment.

For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens" TIME IN GRADE (TIG): For positions above the GS-05, applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the grade you are applying for.

For positions at the GS-05, you cannot advance to the GS-05 if you have held a GS-02 in the past 52 weeks. There is no TIG restriction for GS-02, 03 or 04 positions. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position. Leads and coordinate analytical studies and projects involving multiple functional areas and organizational components.

Develops and implements analytical frameworks and evaluation methodologies used to assess program effectiveness, operational efficiency, and service delivery across Taxpayer Services. Serves as a principal advisor to leadership on high-visibility program issues, providing recommendations that influence strategic planning, resource allocation, and program direction across organizational boundaries. Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of Taxpayer Services programs, policies, and operational practices.

• Conducts complex analytical studies to assess program performance, identify systemic issues, and determine operational impacts across affected organizations.
• Develops recommendations and corrective strategies to improve program performance, strengthen operational stability, and support business continuity.
• Performs analysis and evaluation related to the development, interpretation, and implementation of Taxpayer Services policies, procedures, and program strategies.

Evaluates program plans, proposals, and operational data to determine effectiveness and alignment with Service goals and priorities. Develops recommendations for new or revised Taxpayer Services policies, procedures, and operational guidance designed to improve efficiency, strengthen program performance, and ensure consistent application of Taxpayer Service policies and procedures. STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS (SPD): PD26225 Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions.