Summary

As a Management Analyst with the Office of Management Assessment's Division of Program Integrity, you'll investigate complex management issues, conduct analytical studies, and recommend data-driven solutions that improve organizational performance and support NIH's mission to improve human health.

Duties

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If selected for this position, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead teams of specialists or individually conduct in-depth studies, reviews, evaluations, and assessments of issues and proposals assigned.
• Perform research, investigations, audits, and analytical reviews of systems, records, and business processes to identify issues, gather evidence, establish facts, and support management recommendations.
• Determine the functionality of unique organizational structures and provide coordination among key participants for the long-range planning and development of organizational strategies to meet objectives and mission.
• Initiate and execute very complex administrative and management projects.
• Utilize expert skills in studying work methods, administrative guidelines, procedures, utilization of human resources, work assignments, delegations of authority, management controls, information and documentation systems, etc.
• Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective and economical ways to accomplish workload and program objectives.
• Participate in planning sessions.
• Establish and maintain contacts with other Government agencies and private organizations to exchange information.
• Design and conduct comprehensive management studies to identify and propose solutions to management problems.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually. For information, visit: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/fd.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

You qualify for a Management Analyst, at the GS-11 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:

A. You have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in an accredited college or university. Education must be related to the position to be qualifying.; OR

B. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Conducting studies involving objective fact finding, analyzing findings to identify issues, risks and concerns in processes and/or procedures; Developing reports to support operational planning and decision-making; and Arranging and conducting meetings with appropriate agency personnel.; OR

C. You have a combination of post-baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

You qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343-12 if you meet the following condition:

You have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Conducting interviews with stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather facts and information relevant to assessments, evaluations, or investigations; Writing administrative standard operating procedures; Conducting analyses of administrative and management operations functions and work processes including examination of deviations from standards or ethics violations; and Conducting research and analysis of laws, regulations, and policies to develop findings and recommendations regarding management operations.

You qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343-13 if you meet the following condition:

You have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Leading studies employing qualitative (focus groups, individual interviews, observations) and quantitative (e.g. surveys, cost-benefit analyses, feasibility studies) assessment methods; Performing analytical studies related to management operating procedures and organizational productivity; Reviewing and editing administrative standard operating procedures affecting parent and subordinate offices; and, Writing official reports to senior management on findings, recommendations, and implementation plans for improvements to administrative operations.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

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Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Additional information

• This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
• PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
• We may make additional selections for similar positions across the National Institutes of Health within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at NIH. Clearance of CTAP will be applied for similar positions across NIH.
• If selected for NIEHS, you will be covered by a bargaining unit.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process.
• Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).
• If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/45424542500371-How-to-request-a-reasonable-accommodation.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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