Program Analyst

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Fort Gaines, GA

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About The Position

This is a developmental Program Analyst position up to the full performance level of GS-09, with noncompetitive promotion to the full performance level authorized. The incumbent serves in the Management Support Branch or a field project office and performs analytical and evaluative work on aspects of the Operations Division’s operating and budgetary programs. Duties are performed with supervisory oversight until the full performance level is achieved.

The role supports the development and execution of budgetary programs, annual work plans, program cost monitoring, and fiscal planning. The analyst evaluates program and operational effectiveness and efficiency, identifies issues and trends, and provides managers with objective information to support administrative and programmatic decisions. Findings are presented in narrative reports with background, observations, and recommended actions.

Temporary duty travel of 10% is required. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation, and a probationary period may be required. The position is in the Administrative and Management Career Field. Multiple positions may be filled from the announcement.

Requirements

• For GS-07 qualification through experience: one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-05 level, assisting with program analysis by compiling data and preparing progress reports; gathering and tracking budget data, comparing reports, and entering information into financial systems; applying established analytical techniques to review program funding or develop annual work plans; and responding to routine program-status inquiries using established reports and financial records.
• Alternatively, one full year of graduate-level education in a relevant field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the position, such as business or accounting.
• Alternatively, a qualifying bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement, based on class standing, grade-point average, or membership in an approved national scholastic honor society.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if the combined percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Applicants who held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-05).
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated as equivalent to education at an accredited U.S. institution, or receive full credit from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Applicants must meet an eligible employment authority category listed in the announcement and provide supporting documentation.
• U.S. citizenship must be proven.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A 1-year probationary period may be required; continued employment during the period is subject to the agency’s evaluation and written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Temporary Duty travel of 10% is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and evaluative work on the development and execution of budgetary program phases.
• Forecast funding needed to support annual work plan objectives using current and historical data.
• Analyze funding requests to support effective planning and adherence to program cost and schedule.
• Compile, analyze, and summarize financial data for the organization’s basic expenses.
• Analyze and evaluate data to identify actual or potential problems and trends.
• Apply analytical and evaluative techniques to identify and resolve procedural or factual issues.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of programs and operations using conventional information-gathering and analysis methods.
• Advise supervisors of deficiencies by comparing proposed and actual accomplishments.
• Provide managers with objective information for decisions on administrative and programmatic operations.
• Prepare reports on program and budget progress and recommend modifications to goals and objectives.
• Interview supervisors and employees to obtain information about organizational missions, functions, and work procedures.
• Participate with management in preparing detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs.
• Monitor execution of the current-year program.
• Perform internal management support services in program cost monitoring and annual fiscal planning.
• Present findings in narrative reports that include the issue, background, observations, and recommended actions.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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