SummaryThis position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in the Technology Innovation (JAT) organization of the Information Chief of Staff (JA), Chief Information Office (J).
A successful candidate in the Management and Program Analyst (Technology Innovation) position will serve as a senior management analyst supporting project management, process improvement efforts, and complex analyses.
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As a Management and Program Analyst (Technology Innovation), you will:- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Chief Technology Innovation Officer (CTIO), guiding the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that directly support Bonneville's mission-critical objectives.
- Act as a key consultant and decision-maker for long-range strategic planning, analyzing innovative approaches to ensure the Technology Innovation Office is consistently aligned with the agency's forward-thinking vision.
- Lead and manage high-impact project teams, applying your leadership skills and project management expertise to drive initiatives that shape the strategic direction of the entire agency.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing innovative process enhancements. You will benchmark against industry best practices and apply new technologies to boost the efficiency and effectiveness of our innovation programs.
- Use your analytical expertise to evaluate the success of our programs, recommending data-driven changes to policies and procedures that enhance performance and ensure we meet our ambitious goals.
- Build and maintain relationships with key partners across the energy sector, collaborating with national and international research leaders-including the Electric Power Research Institute, U.S. National Laboratories, and major utilities-to leverage cutting-edge research for BPA's benefit.
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Conditions of employmentIn accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.
When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
Key Requirements:
- You must be a United States Citizen.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
- You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.
Conditions of Employment:- Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- May be required to perform Contracting Officers Technical Representative (COTR) duties.
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-12) in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience 1) managing national or international partnerships, fostering strong relationships and facilitating communication; 2) leading project teams to implement technology innovation related goals, design work measurement processes, and coordinate with research partners; and 3) conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses using sophisticated methodologies to evaluate program effectiveness, recommend policy changes, and improve organizational structures."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.
Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
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- This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment.
We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.
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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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