Program Analyst
As a Program Analyst you will participate in defining and implementing policy options in the development of new programs and ensures programs are administered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with appropriate regulations and laws. You will also be responsible for conducting studies, statistical and financial analysis, and providing recommendations to improve management of resources and mission effectiveness, and administers management programs.The duties of the position include but not limited to:
Defines key policy issues and priorities Evaluates alternative agency strategies, and makes definitive recommendations to senior management Analyzes new or amended legislation develops regulations and/or standards covering programs/activities/functions for which the agency has responsibility Participates in the development of VA policy, including the creation of directives, regulations and operational handbooks Develops and recommend changes in program objectives to ensure sound utilization of manpower, money, and material resources Performs extensive inquiry into a wide variety of significant issues, problems, or proposals Experience utilizing quantitative methods (cost benefit analysis, design of computer simulation models, statistical analysis Investigates, develops, recommends acceptable solutions to assist in the research of congressional, and other correspondence which pertains to the multiple programs administered through OCC Experience preparing a variety of analytical reports, memoranda, and written materials on public policy issues within the healthcare profession Experience presenting formation to directors and staff in a succinct manner Evaluates tentative study findings Skill in drawing logical conclusions and identifies omissions, questionable assumptions, or inadequate data in the analytical work of others Ensures programs are administered efficiently, cost-efficiently, and in compliance with the appropriate regulations and laws Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule:
8 a.m to 4:
30 p.m. Compressed/Flexible:
Not authorized Telework:
A telework schedule MAY be authorized after a 90 day evaluation of your performance Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Program Analyst/PD53000A and PD53005A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2020. Time in Grade:
GS-09:
You must have served 52 weeks at the GS-7. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the federal service. GS-07:
You must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. Note:
An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. AND Specialized Experience (GS-9):
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-7 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of Specialized Experience include (but are not limited to):
Collects and analyzes information Analyze situations and provide solutions Provides data required for planning, policy, and operating decisions Prepares analytical studies and descriptive background reports that are objective, non-partisan on issues of national significance Reports findings and proposes new policies for addressing problems Conducts regular reviews to assess effectiveness, compliance with legal and regulatory provisions, and the achievement of organizational objectives Participates in the development of VA policy, including the creation of directives, regulations and operational handbooks (GS-7):
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-5 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of Specialized Experience include (but are not limited to):
Reports findings and proposes new policies for addressing problems Assists in the development and implementation of internal control and auditing methodologies to ensure full compliance with sound quality control management principles Assists staff with their consideration of legislative issues by providing information and analysis and information Possess knowledge of public policy issues related to healthcare and the Veteran's Administration Evaluates tentative study findings OR Education:
You may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have:
(GS-07) One full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement (GS-09) Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related . OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-07 and GS-09 levels. The applicant's experience will be computed along with the education required for the grade level as a percentage. The two percentages will then be added. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-7 and GS-09 You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administration and ManagementAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationsQuality Management 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary in nature with normal amounts of walking. standing, bending, and carrying light items. No special physical demands are required. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Defines key policy issues and priorities Evaluates alternative agency strategies, and makes definitive recommendations to senior management Analyzes new or amended legislation develops regulations and/or standards covering programs/activities/functions for which the agency has responsibility Participates in the development of VA policy, including the creation of directives, regulations and operational handbooks Develops and recommend changes in program objectives to ensure sound utilization of manpower, money, and material resources Performs extensive inquiry into a wide variety of significant issues, problems, or proposals Experience utilizing quantitative methods (cost benefit analysis, design of computer simulation models, statistical analysis Investigates, develops, recommends acceptable solutions to assist in the research of congressional, and other correspondence which pertains to the multiple programs administered through OCC Experience preparing a variety of analytical reports, memoranda, and written materials on public policy issues within the healthcare profession Experience presenting formation to directors and staff in a succinct manner Evaluates tentative study findings Skill in drawing logical conclusions and identifies omissions, questionable assumptions, or inadequate data in the analytical work of others Ensures programs are administered efficiently, cost-efficiently, and in compliance with the appropriate regulations and laws Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule:
8 a.m to 4:
30 p.m. Compressed/Flexible:
Not authorized Telework:
A telework schedule MAY be authorized after a 90 day evaluation of your performance Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Program Analyst/PD53000A and PD53005A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2020. Time in Grade:
GS-09:
You must have served 52 weeks at the GS-7. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the federal service. GS-07:
You must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. Note:
An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. AND Specialized Experience (GS-9):
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-7 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of Specialized Experience include (but are not limited to):
Collects and analyzes information Analyze situations and provide solutions Provides data required for planning, policy, and operating decisions Prepares analytical studies and descriptive background reports that are objective, non-partisan on issues of national significance Reports findings and proposes new policies for addressing problems Conducts regular reviews to assess effectiveness, compliance with legal and regulatory provisions, and the achievement of organizational objectives Participates in the development of VA policy, including the creation of directives, regulations and operational handbooks (GS-7):
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-5 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of Specialized Experience include (but are not limited to):
Reports findings and proposes new policies for addressing problems Assists in the development and implementation of internal control and auditing methodologies to ensure full compliance with sound quality control management principles Assists staff with their consideration of legislative issues by providing information and analysis and information Possess knowledge of public policy issues related to healthcare and the Veteran's Administration Evaluates tentative study findings OR Education:
You may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have:
(GS-07) One full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement (GS-09) Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related . OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-07 and GS-09 levels. The applicant's experience will be computed along with the education required for the grade level as a percentage. The two percentages will then be added. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-7 and GS-09 You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administration and ManagementAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationsQuality Management 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary in nature with normal amounts of walking. standing, bending, and carrying light items. No special physical demands are required. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0343 Management And Program Analysis - Salary Range:
$43,251 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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