Management and Program Analyst

Applicants must meet the qualification requirements contained in the OPM Standards. For this position, they are listed below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. GS-14: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal service which includes at least two (2) of the following statements: Analyze organizational and program data to identify trends, performance gaps, emerging issues and opportunities for operational improvement.

Research, collect, validate and interpret quantitative and qualitative information to support decision-making and organizational planning efforts. Develop recommendations and alternative solutions to address identified organizational, operational and programmatic challenges. Prepare and present analytical reports, findings, briefings and performance measures for management officials and stakeholders.

Facilitate organizational improvement initiatives by assisting management and workgroups in establishing goals, enhancing business processes and improving decision-making practices. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year (52 weeks) of service at the next lower grade level. Learn more about what is time-in grade. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

As a Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-14, your typical work assignments will include the following under supervision: Provides senior-level management support to the Associate Deputy Director (ADD) in planning, organizing, coordinating and evaluating major Postsecondary Education priorities, initiatives and operational requirements.

Evaluates whether institutional resources are aligned with mission requirements, enrollment, staffing, facilities, student services and operational priorities and recommends best practices. Analyzes statutes, regulations, Executive Orders, Departmental directives, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance, Government Accountability Office (GAO) recommendations, Office of Inspector General (OIG) findings, accreditation requirements and other authorities affecting Postsecondary Education.

Communicates executive decisions, obtains necessary information, resolves matters within delegated authority and elevates issues requiring ADD action. Represents the ADD, when delegated, in meetings, working groups, project teams and other forums involving Postsecondary Education programs and institutional operations.