Management and Program Analyst (Student Eligibility)

Department of War Education Activity • Peachtree City, GA

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About The Position

The Management and Program Analyst (Student Eligibility) works for the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Europe, which operates 64 schools in four districts across eight countries and four time zones. Nearly 25,000 military-connected students attend DoWEA Europe schools.

The position manages and evaluates the student eligibility program, including interpreting and implementing federal policy, conducting compliance reviews, maintaining registration and eligibility records, and identifying training and program improvements. The analyst also advises the Chief of Staff on Freedom of Information Act matters and analyzes regional resource-program trends and issues to identify resource needs.

This GS-13 position requires one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent. Applicants must qualify through experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience. Applicants must also meet an eligible employment-authority category. The position requires proof of U.S. citizenship, direct deposit, and a Tier 1 background investigation with Childcare Checks. A trial or probationary period and transportation agreement may be required.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience managing educational programs such as enrollment and eligibility, including interpreting federal laws and regulations regarding eligibility programs, evaluating program effectiveness and recommending organizational or program improvements, and monitoring force-structure changes and their impact on schools.
• For applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks, 52 weeks of federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12) is required.
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Must meet at least one of the listed employment-authority categories and provide supporting documentation.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
• Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation; this position requires a Tier 1 investigation with Childcare Checks.
• A one-year trial or probationary period may be required.
• A transportation agreement may be required.

Responsibilities

• Write and interpret federal policy for implementation of the eligibility program.
• Conduct compliance checks and recommend corrective action plans.
• Maintain accountability for registration records and eligibility determinations.
• Serve as technical advisor to the Chief of Staff on FOIA requests submitted by or pertaining to the Department of War.
• Analyze significant regional resource-program trends and issues to identify resource requirements.
• Review the eligibility program for efficiency and effectiveness and identify and provide training.

What This Job Offers

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