PROGRAM ANALYST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to provide program management support/execution of programs assigned to the Plans & Program Branch, e.g., annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Military Construction (MILCON), and Non-Appropriated Funds.

Duties

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1. Prepares detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs and/or participates with management in fiscal planning; responsible for coordinating and integrating Civil Engineer facilities plan and program requirements into the annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM).
2. Prepares detailed plans and performs workload measurement, documentation, methods and procedures, and benchmarking for substantive processes and functions that are interrelated, to improve the efficiency of the Division and involving its "cradle-to-grave" program execution responsibilities related to facilities planning, programming, design, contract acquisition, construction management, and activation.
3. Interprets, analyzes, and correlates large amounts of narrative and statistical information about workload and productivity, cost, schedule, performance data, and analyzes data to derive relationships involving system parameters, schedule and cost variation involving the Division's "cradle-to-grave" program execution responsibilities.
4. Performs substantive information management reviews and/or studies involving "cradle-to-grave" program execution for several engineering teams with interrelated functions and responsibility for multiple and diverse facilities programs and various funding sources.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance. Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection. Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Employee assigned to this position may be required to work overtime and is subject to recall 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, including holidays. Irregular shift work may be required.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This position may require travel. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The employee must, within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report. Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in Civil Engineer cradle-to-grave program execution, including facilities planning, programming, design, contract acquisition, construction management, activation, and POM integration. Experience in developing plans, budgets, schedules, workload analyses, and process improvements for diverse facilities programs. Experience also includes analyzing cost, schedule, productivity, and performance data; applying applicable regulations and planning guidance; using CEMIS and ACES; and leading studies and recommendations to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Knowledge and understanding of Civil Engineer "cradle-to-grave" program execution, encompassing facilities planning, programming, design, contract acquisition, construction management, and activation processes, as well as an understanding of Civil Engineer organization functional disciplines, responsibilities, capabilities, workflow processes and applicable regulations, operating instructions, directives and policies.
• Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting instructions, guidelines, and processes.
• Knowledge and skill in operation of the Civil Engineer Management Information System (CEMIS) and the Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES).
• Knowledge of Air Force, command, and local regulations, policies, and practices applicable to Civil Engineer program execution.
• Knowledge and understanding of the interrelationships between multi-faceted service contracts (such as carpet and furniture system) and construction and renovation projects.
• Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the Division's efficiency and effectiveness of program operations.
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead others in studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more 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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