Program Analyst

Air Education and Training Command • Randolph AFB, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a program analyst responsible for planning and programming actions involving Air Force education, training, and recruiting operations. The incumbent serves as a planning and programming subject matter expert (SME) monitoring the use of Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Air Force Program Objective Memorandum (AFPOM) portfolio resources. The incumbent functions as a planning and AFPOM program SME responsible for developing AETC planning and program submissions, and correlating program submissions to near-year financial plan and budget execution. Provides timely information and situational awareness necessary for the AETC Commander and other customers to successfully plan and conduct organizational missions and operations. For the GS-11/12 level, this is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position Program Analyst, GS-0343-13. The incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document. Duties for GS-11/13 include serving as an advisory and consultant on AETC assigned and associated planning and programming efforts, documenting planning and programming decisions/recommendations in appropriate formats to meet DAF and Major Command requirements, maintaining documentation and databases associated with AETC Planning and AFPOM programming issues, developing and maintaining a planning and programming network with DAF, AETC staff, and subordinate unit SMEs, and preparing and delivering oral presentations, such as briefings and training sessions, as well as written products; coordinating with other staff functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Incumbent may be required to acquire and retain Secret Clearance.
• Position may include additional program security requirements in order to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• If so, incumbent must be willing to submit to mandatory drug testing
• GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical command plans and programs for participating in or conducting major operations such as training systems, education-related programs, force development, technical training, recruiting operations, PPBE, military construction (MILCON), foreign military sales, contingency, or similar operations. Knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning, programming, and execution of operations and evaluations.
• GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge, skill and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. My experience includes knowledge of the of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical command plans and programs for participating in or conducting major operations such as training systems, education-related programs, force development, flying and technical training, recruiting operations, PPBE, military construction (MILCON), foreign military sales, contingency, or similar operations; knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning, programming, and execution of operations and evaluations.
• GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical command plans and programs for participating in or conducting major operations such as training systems, education-related programs, force development, technical training, recruiting operations, PPBE, military construction (MILCON), foreign military sales, contingency, or similar operations; knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning, programming, and execution of operations and evaluations.
• GS - 11/12 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Knowledge of basic principles of the DoD PPBE processes to include Planning and AFPOM processes; ability to learn and gain intermediate understanding of AETC organization and related missions, priorities, goals, and objectives and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall Command planning and programming efforts. Ability to learn principles of resource management, including data analysis, long-term trend analysis, and use of PPBE specific computer tools and databases. Ability to successfully work with diverse personnel groups and maintain good working relationships. Competency in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to work efforts, writing clearly and concise products, and delivering written and/or verbal presentations to senior level audiences for decision making purposes. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. Ability and competency in common office automation systems and software to include Microsoft Office software; ability to maintain control of classified material
• GS - 13 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): In-depth knowledge of a comprehensive range of DoD PPBE processes to include thorough knowledge of Planning and AFPOM processes. Extensive knowledge of AETC organization and related missions, priorities, goals, and objectives and understanding of the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall Command planning and programming efforts. Expert knowledge of resource management, including data analysis, long-term trend analysis, and use of PPBE specific computer tools and databases; demonstrated ability to successfully work with diverse personnel groups and have the ability to maintain good working relationships. Demonstrated competency in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to work efforts, writing clear and concise products, and delivering written and/or verbal presentations to senior level audiences for decision-making purposes. Ability to effectively employ strategic thinking methodologies and problem solving. Demonstrated ability and competency in common office automation systems and software to include Microsoft Office software; ability to maintain control of classified material

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge Of AETC operations and/or prior MAJCOM staff experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Serve as a program analyst responsible for planning and programming actions involving Air Force education, training, and recruiting operations.
• Serve as a planning and programming subject matter expert (SME) monitoring the use of Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Air Force Program Objective Memorandum (AFPOM) portfolio resources.
• Develop AETC planning and program submissions, and correlate program submissions to near-year financial plan and budget execution.
• Provide timely information and situational awareness necessary for the AETC Commander and other customers to successfully plan and conduct organizational missions and operations.
• Serve as an advisory and consultant on AETC assigned and associated planning and programming efforts.
• Document planning and programming decisions/recommendations in appropriate formats to meet DAF and Major Command requirements.
• Maintain documentation and databases associated with AETC Planning and AFPOM programming issues.
• Develop and maintain a planning and programming network with DAF, AETC staff, and subordinate unit SMEs.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations, such as briefings and training sessions, as well as written products.
• Coordinate with other staff functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Benefits

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• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

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