Program Analyst

Naval Sea Systems Command • Kittery, ME

9d

About The Position

The Program Analyst serves in the Corporate Operations Department, Administrative Services Division of SUBMEPP ACTIVITY. The position performs support functions for the Administrative Officer and the organization, monitoring and evaluating staffing, recruitment, employee relations, and labor relations functions that support the Submarine Maintenance Engineering, Planning and Procurement (SUBMEPP) Activity. The analyst keeps management informed about program status and provides data and recommendations to support and improve the overall program and mission.

The role reviews administrative audits and investigative reports to identify appropriate corrective actions and process improvements, assesses the effectiveness of staffing and employee relations functions against Command goals, and conducts organizational planning. It also reviews organizational structures and administrative and functional relationships to improve organizational and administrative processes.

The analyst maintains liaison with Human Resources Office (HRO) personnel, initiates staffing and recruitment requests, and coordinates with HRO, management, and employees on staffing, recruitment, labor relations, pay and allowances, and other employee relations programs. The position monitors performance appraisals, employee recognition, work schedules, and employee development for compliance with directives and partners with HRO to develop and implement these programs.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-01 (GS-04 equivalency) level, or qualifying education or a combination of education and experience. The employee must be a U.S. citizen, meet federal suitability requirements, participate in direct deposit, and obtain and maintain the required security clearance. Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations may be required, including travel on military or commercial aircraft for extended periods.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be 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.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-01 (GS-04 equivalency) pay band in federal service or equivalent private- or public-sector experience, analyzing administrative processes and procedures and developing plans, guidance, or recommendations to improve human resources functions such as staffing, recruitment, placement, classification, processing, employee benefits, and employee and labor relations.
• Alternatively, must have successfully completed a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree, or have a combination of education and experience equivalent to one year of experience. A transcript must be submitted when qualifying based on education.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement is subject to applicable federal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform support functions for the Administrative Officer and the organization.
• Monitor staffing, recruitment, employee relations, and labor relations functions supporting SUBMEPP Activity.
• Analyze and evaluate administrative and human resources functions, and provide management with program status information, data, and recommendations.
• Review administrative audits and investigative reports to determine corrective actions and process improvements that support compliance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of staffing, placement, and employee and labor relations functions in meeting Command goals and objectives.
• Conduct organizational planning and review organizational structures and administrative and functional relationships to improve processes.
• Maintain liaison with HRO personnel to help ensure actions are processed appropriately, timely, and in the organization’s best interest.
• Initiate staffing and recruitment requests and support HRO workforce-shaping initiatives.
• Coordinate with HRO, management, and employees on staffing and recruitment, labor relations, pay and allowances, and employee relations programs, including Drug Free Workplace, Telework, and Performance Management.
• Monitor performance appraisals, employee recognition, work schedules, and employee development for compliance with directives, and partner with HRO on program development and implementation.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or recruitment incentives, depending on funding and policy.

What This Job Offers

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