Management Analyst

Bureau of Naval Personnel•Millington, TN

About The Position

You will serve as a Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)/Lean Six Sigma (LSS) expert and Black Belt for BUPERS, Navy Personnel Command (NPC), and other subordinate commands. You will research and analyze data and information to develop solutions that support organizational strategy and identify opportunities to improve service quality and productivity. You will promote a command-wide culture of continuous process improvement by developing and leading efforts that encourage CPI initiatives and improvements to the working environment. You will complete project performance management tasks in a timely manner and advise and conduct project performance reviews for Green and Black Belt participants. The position is in the Internal Control and Audit Division of the Bureau of Naval Personnel and is offered at the GS-12 or GS-13 level. The salary range is $89,508–$116,362 for GS-12 and $106,437–$138,370 for GS-13. The position may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Current federal employees applying for GS positions generally must meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure may result in withdrawal of the offer or removal.
Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may be to CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites.
For GS-13: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 level, including analyzing data and business processes to identify improvement opportunities and develop solutions; leading process improvement projects; coaching or mentoring personnel in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methods; and evaluating, prioritizing, and managing initiatives based on organizational needs and strategic priorities.
For GS-12: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level, including resolving business issues and project barriers; using data collection and quantitative analysis techniques, including trend and regression analysis, correlation, and frequency distribution; conducting research and summarizing findings to inform project planning and execution; and justifying or negotiating matters involving controversial issues to improve program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)/Lean Six Sigma (LSS) expert and Black Belt for BUPERS, Navy Personnel Command, and subordinate commands.
Research and analyze data and information to develop solutions that accomplish organizational strategy.
Identify and evaluate opportunities to improve service quality and productivity.
Develop and lead efforts that encourage CPI initiatives and improve the working environment.
Complete project performance management tasks in a timely manner.
Advise Green and Black Belt participants and conduct project performance reviews.