Program Analyst (Credentialing Program Specialist)

U.S. Marine Corps • Quantico, VA

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About The Position

You will serve as a Program Analyst (Credentialing Program Specialist) in the Manpower and Reserve Affairs of HQ US Marine Corps. The role supports the Credentialing Program Manager through research, detailed analysis, strategic policy guidance, and comprehensive program support. It coordinates project status updates with contractors and stakeholders, supports policies and procedures for career technical and credentialing counseling, and helps develop and review program information, training, and awareness materials. The position also provides expert-level analysis of career technical and credentialing programs to strengthen their effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs generally must meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer or removal.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid U.S. driver's license.
• Resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-09, including executing credentialing programs, supporting development of transition and education policies, executing organizational initiatives, liaising with Headquarters, and providing strategic guidance for installation-level program improvements.
• If qualifying through education in lieu of specialized experience, must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a related LL.M. A transcript must be submitted when qualifying based on education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and detailed analysis supporting program formulation, execution, planning, development, and coordination.
• Provide strategic policy guidance and program support to the Credentialing Program Manager, helping align work with organizational objectives and support informed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate project status updates with contractors and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support development of policies and procedures for career technical and credentialing counseling.
• Assist in developing and reviewing program information, training, and awareness materials, including print materials, website content, and social media updates.
• Analyze career technical and credentialing programs and provide strategic insights to improve effectiveness and alignment with objectives.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Relocation expense reimbursement or recruitment incentives may be available to eligible selectees, depending on funding and policy.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree