Management Analyst-536595

Delaware Nation Industries • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Management Analyst provides research, analytical, data management, and program support services to help the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) achieve its organizational objectives. The role supports OBO-wide coordination of responses to Congress, the Office of Inspector General, the Government Accountability Office, and other external entities, including during audits, reviews, inspections, and information requests. It also supports industry relations by helping coordinate related questions, media requests, and internal meetings.

The position researches legislative developments, regulatory changes, and other external factors affecting OBO; compiles background materials for legislative and policy discussions; and develops informational products such as briefings, presentations, reports, correspondence, and background papers. It assists with studies of management efficiency, organizational performance, information flow, and business operations; analyzes data; reviews policies and procedures; and identifies potential process improvements and data-management enhancements. The role prepares findings and recommendations for Government review and decision-making. Duties may vary in response to evolving organizational and external requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Nine years of experience.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Mastery of qualitative and quantitative analytical methodologies for assessing and improving Bureau program and process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Comprehensive knowledge of administrative laws, regulations, and precedents applicable to administration of Bureau programs.
• Broad knowledge of the Congressional process, outside audit and inspection methodologies and roles, and assessment or improvement of internal control systems and other activities identified by OBO senior management or outside entities.
• Ability to meet and deal with officials at all levels, interpret issues, negotiate and resolve differences, and persuasively present written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of planning and management concepts for developing and conducting analyses and policy reviews.
• Significant knowledge of business practices, procedures, and programs involved in construction and/or maintenance of real property and facilities, particularly overseas properties.
• Knowledge of Department policy issues, goals, objectives, and Executive and Legislative decision-making processes.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methodologies and ability to apply qualitative and quantitative techniques, including inquiry, source and relevance assessment, synthesis, evaluation of findings, drawing conclusions, identifying omissions or questionable assumptions, cost-benefit analysis, survey methods, and regression analysis.
• Ability to exercise judgment in prioritizing problems, examining policy issues, evaluating evidence, developing feasible options, and anticipating policy consequences.
• Skill in communicating complex technical material or issues to specialist and nonspecialist audiences to support decision-making.
• Strong written communication skills, including organizing ideas, presenting supported findings, and preparing material under short deadlines and with limited information.
• Effective oral communication skills to explain, justify, or discuss public issues through logical presentation of relevant facts and analysis.
• Ability to work effectively under tight time frames and rigid deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent writing and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, manage, and facilitate workshops and team activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support OBO responses to requests from Congress, the Office of Inspector General, the Government Accountability Office, and other external entities.
• Assist with document collection and tracking, meeting coordination, and stakeholder communications during audits, reviews, inspections, and information requests.
• Research legislative developments, regulatory changes, and other external factors that may affect OBO programs and operations.
• Compile background information and supporting documentation for legislative and policy discussions.
• Support responses to inspection, audit, and review reports by gathering information, tracking action items, and facilitating stakeholder communication.
• Develop and coordinate briefing materials, PowerPoint presentations, reports, correspondence, and background papers for senior OBO and Department management.
• Assist in planning and conducting studies of management efficiency, organizational performance, information flow, and business operations.
• Collect, analyze, and present data and findings for Government review and consideration.
• Review existing and proposed policies, procedures, and standards and provide analytical observations for Government consideration.
• Research opportunities for business process improvements and operational efficiencies and develop recommendations for Government review.
• Evaluate OBO data-management practices and recommend improvements to data quality, accessibility, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency.
• Prepare reports and other materials summarizing research findings, trends, risks, and opportunities to support planning and decision-making.
• Perform other related analytical and program support duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (PPO or HDHP options), with employee premiums covered at 100%.
• Vision insurance, with employee premiums covered at 100%.
• Dental insurance, with employee premiums covered at 100%.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Professional development and education reimbursement.
• Parking and transit benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior