Management & Program Analyst

Air Force STEM$127K — $194K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship is required.
  • Top Secret/SCI security clearance required; may require access to Special Access Programs.
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of administrative management principles and practices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and executive-level command management.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and coordinate all operational and mission support functions within the Chief of Staff's office.
  • Integrate activities in alignment with directives from the Chief of Staff.
  • Manage resources and training requirements across various tasks within a military command.
  • Advocate command positions and counsel senior officials on strategic delivery and issue resolution.
  • Develop innovative solutions to complex organizational challenges affecting command-wide policies.

Benefits

  • 11 Federal Holidays each year.
  • 13 sick leave days earned per year, accumulative.
  • Paid vacation time increases based on length of employment, up to 26 days.
  • Immediate coverage under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
  • Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan with automatic contributions and matching up to 5%.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Management & Program Analyst (Deputy Chief of Staff/NH-0343-04) to work at Offutt AFB, NE.

Member will serve as the J0 senior civilian with responsibility over the operational and mission support functions in USSTRATCOM Chief of Staff's (CoS) Office. Directs, coordinates, and integrates all activities in accordance with the policies and instructions of the Chief of Staff.

Salary with locality: $127,033 - $194,253

Work Type: Situational telework authorized, not a remote position

Employment Type: Permanent position

Travel: Up to 25%, "May be required to work overtime and/or irregular work hours"

Experience: 3-5 years desired experience

AFCS Benefits

Paid Time Off:

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time: 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance:

No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement:

Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

Basic Benefits Plan

Social Security:

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Qualifications:

US citizenship is required.

Member will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance as a condition of employment. May also require access to Special Access Programs.

This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.

The duties of this position meet all requirements as a category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and cannot become a member of the Ready Reserve IAW: DoDD 1200.7, Screening the Ready Reserve.

Expert knowledge of administrative management principles, methods, applications, and established practices; interpersonal relations and practices, and accepted management techniques.

Comprehensive knowledge of the missions, objectives, functions, responsibilities, organizations, and procedures of DoW, USSTRATCOM, its Components and Sub-Unified Commands, and other Geographic and Functional (Global) Combatant Commands.

Expert ability to coordinate and manage a wide variety of diverse tasks and responsibilities within a hierarchical military command, to include but not limited to administrative management, management of resources, manpower management, and training.

Advanced skill sufficient to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships with diverse groups and executive-level command management. Ability to plan, organize, and direct staff, programs, and/or projects.

Ability to advocate command positions and build successful cross-functional teams; to logically and effectively explain programs, functions, and activities and gain understanding of the organization's efforts.

Ability to solve broad organizational issues, implement strategic plans within and across organizational components, and ensure a cooperative teamwork environment.

Ability to develop and implement innovative approaches to resolve unusual/difficult issues significantly impacting command-wide policies or programs.

Ability to expertly advise senior military officers and civilian officials, the Commander, Deputy Commander, Chief of Staff, military service general officers, etc. on all aspects of various programs, recommend strategies, and establish standards for the development and evaluation of long-range program execution.

For further information regarding the 0343 series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

Please see additional recommendations for formatting your resume at the following link: https://help.test.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

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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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

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