Program Analyst

Defense Health Agency • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

This Program Analyst position is located in San Diego, California; San Antonio, Texas; Fort Benning, Georgia; or Falls Church, Virginia. The position supports contract and program oversight by helping develop negotiation objectives, reporting protocols, and strategies for potential changes to contracts and programs. The role coordinates assigned projects with the Contracting Officer and represents the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) during technical phases of Change Order development.

The position is designated Mission Essential. During severe weather or other emergency situations, the employee may be required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. Travel may include local, remote, or overnight travel. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience monitoring contract performance to provide improvement recommendations, assisting in the development of operational projects, and assisting the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) with policy development; this experience is typical of work at the GS-12 level.
• Specialized experience must be used to meet the qualification requirement; education cannot substitute for experience.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
• Applicants must meet at least one of the listed employment authority categories, including eligible current DHA civilian employees, qualifying placement program groups, military spouses, veterans, and other listed categories.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• The position requires a one-year probationary period.
• Travel may involve local, remote, or overnight travel.
• The employee may be required to report to work or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies to support mission operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing negotiation objectives for changes and provide guidance regarding contractor performance of the contract.
• Formulate reporting protocols for senior management.
• Analyze potential improvements to existing contracts and financing programs, and help develop plans and strategies for potential program or contract changes.
• Coordinate assigned projects with the Contracting Officer.
• Develop protocols related to monthly reporting.
• Represent the COR in technical phases of Change Order development.

What This Job Offers

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