SummaryThis position is part of the Office of Electricity, Department of Energy. As a Management and Program Analyst, you will provides programmatic, regulatory, and analytical support for cross-border electric transmission permitting and electricity export authorization programs.
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This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Management and Program Analyst positions in the 0343 series. Under the DHA, applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement will be referred for consideration. Veteran's Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply under the DHA process. Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).
This is an developmental position with promotion potential to Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-13. At the starting grades, the selectee(s) will execute developmental assignments. Initial supervision and guidance will be greater than that required at the full performance level of GS-13. Assignments will become more challenging and performed with greater autonomy as selectee(s) performance level progresses. At the full performance level of this position (GS-13).
As a Management and Program Analyst you will:- Evaluate, coordinate, and process applications for Presidential Permits (under Executive Order 10485) and electricity export authorizations (under Section 202(e) of the Federal Power Act).
- Conduct program and regulatory analyses to draft decision memos, reports, and official documentation that support timely, transparent federal permitting determinations.
- Collaborate closely with applicants, federal staff, and interagency partners to clarify application requirements and streamline the review process.
- Prepare and coordinate official public notices including Federal Register publications as well as program documentation, project schedules, and interagency communications.
- Assist the assigned NEPA Compliance Officer with program analysis and coordination for activities under Section 216(h) of the Federal Power Act, aimed at expediting environmental review and permitting for transmission projects.
- Review and integrate contractor technical studies and analyses to support federal program evaluations, policy recommendations, and related duties under the Power Plant and Industrial Fuel Use Act (FUA).
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Conditions of employment- You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
- If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
- Situational telework maybe authorized.
- This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement
- This position has an occasional business travel requirement.
QualificationsSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 3 of Total 4 of the following:
- Evaluating project applications or federal permit filings against regulatory environmental requirements, federal policies and procedures to develop alternative solutions or conditions to resolve identified compliance issues.
- Preparing written decision documentation, or formal briefing documents to support organizational leadership determinations;
- Managing and tracking project timelines and milestones across interagency and external partners for infrastructure projects;
- Coordinating environmental review and compliance processes to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and associated consultation requirements
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.
CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EducationThere are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information- Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.
- This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
- For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov
- Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.
- Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement.
- Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses
- Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/
- The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at [redacted].
- CTAP/ICTAP Note: While a formal performance appraisal is highly recommended and requested to expedite your evaluation, if your agency-issued RIF separation notice or other official separation documentation explicitly states that your performance was at least "Fully Successful" (or equivalent) and notes your rating of record, it may be accepted in lieu of a formal performance appraisal. Failure to provide any documentation proving a rating of at least "Fully Successful" or equivalent will result in the loss of your priority consideration.
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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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