Program Analyst - Direct Hire Authority

Air Force Materiel Command•Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide program management support and execute programs assigned to the Plans & Program Branch, including the annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Military Construction (MILCON), and Non-Appropriated Funds. The position supports Civil Engineer facilities planning and programming and the Division’s cradle-to-grave responsibilities, including facilities planning, programming, design, contract acquisition, construction management, and activation. The Program Analyst develops detailed plans, budgets, and schedules; coordinates and integrates facilities plan and program requirements into the annual POM; and conducts workload measurement, documentation, process analysis, and benchmarking. The role analyzes narrative and statistical information related to workload, productivity, cost, schedules, and performance, and conducts information-management reviews and studies across engineering teams and facilities programs with varied funding sources. This is an acquisition demonstration project position at the NH-03 level, equivalent to GS-12 to GS-13. The position may require a security clearance, drug testing, travel, irregular shift work, overtime, and 24/7 recall, including holidays. The employee must file an OGE-450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of assuming the position and annually by October 31, and attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.

Requirements

At least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02 level, equivalent to GS-11 or equivalent in another pay system; this experience may be completed within 120 days of the announcement closing date.
Specialized experience in Civil Engineer cradle-to-grave program execution, including facilities planning, programming, design, contract acquisition, construction management, activation, and POM integration.
Experience developing plans, budgets, schedules, workload analyses, and process improvements for diverse facilities programs.
Experience 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.
Knowledge of Civil Engineer program execution, organizational functions and workflows, applicable regulations, operating instructions, directives, and policies.
Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting instructions, guidelines, and processes.
Knowledge and skill in operating the Civil Engineer Management Information System (CEMIS) and Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES).
Knowledge of Air Force, command, and local regulations, policies, and practices applicable to Civil Engineer program execution.
Knowledge of interrelationships between multifaceted service contracts and construction and renovation projects.
Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods to issues or studies concerning program efficiency and effectiveness.
Ability to plan, organize, and lead studies or projects and negotiate effectively with management to gain acceptance and implementation of recommendations involving substantial resources or extensive changes.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Males must be registered for Selective Service.
Must be able to obtain and/or maintain the security clearance required for the position, if applicable.
Must pass drug testing if required; the position may be subject to random drug testing.
Must file an OGE-450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of assuming the position and by October 31 annually thereafter.
Must attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.
Federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Part-time or unpaid experience may receive credit when duties, responsibilities, and hours worked per week are clearly identified.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs and/or participate with management in fiscal planning.
Coordinate and integrate Civil Engineer facilities plan and program requirements into the annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM).
Prepare detailed plans and perform workload measurement, documentation, methods and procedures analysis, and benchmarking for interrelated processes and functions.
Analyze narrative and statistical information concerning workload, productivity, cost, schedule, and performance, and identify relationships involving system parameters and schedule and cost variation.
Conduct information-management reviews and studies involving cradle-to-grave program execution across engineering teams and diverse facilities programs and funding sources.
Lead or participate in studies and projects and develop recommendations to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
Travel away from the normal duty station when required.