Summary

The Data Management Analyst serves as an expert consult in the claims process, procedures, functions, responsibilities, and authorities that interact in theadministration and implementation of the CS benefits program. They are responsible for developing policy, formulating and recommending instructions, directives, guidelines, plans or procedures to administer or carry out functions, which support delivery of benefits and services to Veterans

Duties

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Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets legislation and applies Veterans' benefits laws and regulations that pertain to CS benefit programs.
• Responsible for ensuring accuracy, currency and propriety of the information provided to the public and service members. Monitors programs and activities related to disability benefits and services provided to Veterans, their dependents, or beneficiaries. Works in close cooperation with other elements of VBA in relation to Veterans' benefits.
• Serves as an expert consult in the claims process, procedures, functions, responsibilities, and authorities that interact in theadministration and implementation of the CS benefits program.
• Develops policy, formulates and recommends instructions, directives, guidelines, plans or procedures to administer or carry out functions, which support delivery of benefits and services to Veterans. Studies program operations, new legislation, automated systems, management initiatives, and the operation of interacting programs and organizations to assist in the development of new and modified policies. Participates in special projects devoted to supporting policy analysis and updates.
• Manages multiple projects or programs concurrently where effort involves coordination among multiple resources, other divisions, or agents outside of the organization. Undertakes long and short-term research. Studies program activities within CS to support the organization's business goals and objectives. Serves as an advisor to the supervisor on issues regarding technical, regulatory, procedural, and operational aspects of the CS programs.
• Ensures the propriety of data submitted in support of the program. Efficiently creates appropriate and accurate data requests and analyses that can support regulatory and other leadership decisions. Performs all functions related to data and policy analysis. Gathers relevant qualitative and quantitative data, analyzes it critically, and makes recommendations based on findings using available resources, such as internet tools, manuals, and other reference material. Provides technical suggestions and data-driven recommendations to peers and leadership and may be VBA's representative for VA-wide data-related initiatives.
• Develops data-related deliverables (e.g., Excel spreadsheets, workbooks, formulas, pivot tables, etc.). Applies appropriate data-application features necessary for accurate and detailed data analysis.
• Develops cost projections based on analysis of quantitative and qualitative information. Efficiently and accurately creates cost projections for proposed and final rule makings (regulatory revisions). Creates assumption documents to notate increases and decreases in funding needs. Creates methodology detailing how cost projections were calculated.
• Implements policy changes. Applies change management principles and practices. Assists in information distribution to internal and external stakeholders. Ensures updates to policy and procedural guidance are implemented in VA business systems, tools, calculators, letters, and forms, as well as other program functionality in support of business goals and objectives. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups interested in or affected by the program. Ability to respond to challenges or criticisms from workgroup members and stakeholders in a manner that promotes collaboration.
• Prepares and provides oral presentations to various audiences within CS, VBA senior leadership, department level executives, and outside agencies. Develops PowerPoint presentations covering highlights of new material and providing practical applications and examples.
• Writes comprehensive, accurate, clear, and comprehensible documents and emails. Researches issues, writes white papers (options papers, position papers, etc.). and responds, in writing, to internal and external stakeholder inquiries in a comprehensive, accurate, clear, and comprehensible manner, while adhering to accepted standards of formatting and style, spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc. Prepares all necessary administrative materials, correspondences, and justifications detailing reasons for decisions.
• When necessary, acts for the Chief and performs other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment

Upon completion of your probationary period OR 2-year trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements I-9 Acceptable Documents.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Applicants who are/were federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12 level.

The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: You may qualify based on your experience as described below:

GS-13 Grade Level:

• Specialized Experience: The applicant must document knowledge and/or experience writing and publishing federal regulations; knowledge and/or experience researching federal statutes, regulations, court decisions, policies and procedures pertaining to the adjudication of Veterans' claims for Compensation or related benefits; knowledge and/or experience adjudicating Veterans' claims for disability compensation or related benefits; knowledge and/or experience with VA Compensation Service policymaking; ability to train and review work of others while maintaining effective work relationships; possess expert oral and written communication skills.

To support your claim of time in grade, you must submit your most recent appointment, promotion, within grade increase SF-50 (not an award or general adjustment SF-50). See the required documents section for more information. Note: multiple SF-50s may be required to adequately illustrate you have the requisite time-in-grade.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Volunteer Experience: 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.

Full vs. Part-Time Employment: Full-time employment is considered to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience will be credited on a pro-rated basis; when including part-time employment in your resume you must specify the average hours worked per week.

Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary but involves use of a personal computer so a degree of manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to use these tools is required. Occasional standing, bending, walking, and stooping are also necessary. Some slight physical effort is required in that incumbent lifts and carries reference books, files, and similar 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 http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

There is no educational requirement or substitution at the GS-13 grade level.

Additional information

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit the Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP), va.gov/EMPLOYEE/docs/The-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf for more information.

TheCareer Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the:

Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)

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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.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.