Management And Program Analyst

United States Space Force • Buckley AFB, CO

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About The Position

The position serves as the Program Manager for Air Force Lean/Six Sigma Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) and Air Force Lessons Learned (AFLL) programs. Its purpose is to build and maintain organic problem-solving and lessons-learned expertise. The incumbent serves as an Air Force CPI Black Belt, innovation program and Lessons Learned subject matter expert, and consultant, advising commanders and leaders on complex strategic, operational, and tactical problems.

The role fosters a culture of improvement and innovation and advises process owners on performance measurement systems and metrics. It manages CPI training and certification programs, identifies and evaluates training needs, and leads complex improvement projects that may cross organizational boundaries. The incumbent also manages the organizational Lessons Learned and innovation programs, communicating their purpose and connection to the organization's mission.

The position may involve occasional management and participation in higher-level process improvement activities with Air Force enterprise-wide impact. The incumbent may need to fly on military or commercial aircraft for temporary or permanent duty assignments, work an uncommon tour with brief advance notice when necessary, and complete practitioner certification requirements within program timelines if not already CPI Black Belt certified. GS-12 and GS-13 qualification pathways are described; applicants must meet the applicable specialized experience and time-in-grade requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, as applicable.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearances.
• Must complete the initial online questionnaire and any additional assessments.
• Must meet applicable specialized experience requirements for the GS-12 or GS-13 level; these include at least one year at the next lower grade or equivalent.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable federal time-in-grade requirements: one year at GS-11 for GS-12 consideration or one year at GS-12 for GS-13 consideration.
• GS-12 qualifications include skill in analytical and evaluative methods relating to CPI, such as Lean, Six Sigma, benchmarking, statistical and metric analysis, and value stream mapping.
• GS-12 qualifications include knowledge of organizational structures, missions, policies, goals, programs, and effective training principles and techniques.
• GS-12 qualifications include the ability to develop feasible solutions to complex issues, coordinate related missions and functions, and research and interpret organizational laws, regulations, policies, and programs.
• GS-13 qualifications include knowledge of strategic planning, performance management, continuous improvement methods, program analysis, evaluation, and data interpretation.
• GS-13 qualifications include skill in analyzing complex processes and metrics, developing actionable solutions, and communicating recommendations to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• GS-13 qualifications include the ability to lead enterprise-level continuous improvement initiatives and manage multiple projects and competing timelines.
• The incumbent may be required to fly on military or commercial aircraft for duty assignments.
• The incumbent may be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, with brief advance notice, to meet special or essential unscheduled activities.
• If not already CPI Black Belt certified, the incumbent is expected to complete practitioner certification within established program guidelines and timelines.

Nice To Haves

• CPI/LSS Black Belt certification and experience as a Green Belt trainer, coach, and mentor are highly desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Air Force CPI Black Belt, innovation program and Lessons Learned subject matter expert, and consultant.
• Advise commanders and leadership on complex strategic, operational, and tactical problems.
• Foster a culture of improvement and innovation in the wing or independent group and subordinate units.
• Advise and assist process owners in designing and implementing measurement systems and metrics to assess key process performance.
• Manage CPI training and certification programs to develop the organization's ability to apply CPI tools and methodologies.
• Identify and evaluate training requirements on an ongoing basis.
• Lead complex CPI projects, including projects crossing organizational boundaries.
• Work with team leaders to ensure improvement projects and events are appropriately scoped and resourced.
• Advise team leaders on drafting and coordinating project and event charters for champion approval.
• Manage the organizational Lessons Learned and innovation programs as the organizational OPR.
• Develop and disseminate strategic communications about the programs and how they support the organization's mission.
• As needed, manage and participate in higher-level process improvement activities that cross organizational boundaries and affect Air Force enterprise-level process outputs.
• Complete practitioner certification requirements within established program guidelines and timelines if not already CPI Black Belt certified.

Benefits

• The announcement states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed