Program Analyst

Department of War Education Activity • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

This position is assigned to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Military Community and Family Policy (DASW (MC&FP), Assistant Secretary of War for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA), Office of the Under Secretary of War, Personnel and Readiness (USW (P&R)). It may be eligible for situational telework, as determined by agency policy.

The Program Analyst leads complex research studies and program evaluations assessing the effectiveness, implementation, and outcomes of programs serving military members and their families. The role translates policy and program issues into practical research plans, oversees quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research, analyzes findings and stakeholder input, and develops evidence-based recommendations for senior leaders and program managers. The analyst also reviews programs for potential efficiencies and builds partnerships across military services, federal agencies, installations, and community organizations to improve coordination, resource access, and support for service members and their families.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent, evaluating large-scale programs addressing the needs of communities, military populations, and/or families.
• Experience applying advanced research methodologies, such as quasi-experimental designs, mixed methods, and statistical analysis using specialized software.
• Experience translating empirical research findings into actionable policy recommendations and executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and execute strategic community and family support plans.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• A Tier 3 investigation must be favorably adjudicated for this Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret) position.
• Must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone; education cannot substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex research studies and program evaluations assessing the effectiveness, implementation, and outcomes of programs serving military members and their families.
• Translate policy and program issues into research plans that define evaluation questions, data-collection methods, performance measures, sampling approaches, and analysis strategies.
• Provide technical oversight of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research performed by internal staff, contractors, universities, and other partners, ensuring rigor, timeliness, and alignment with Department of War priorities.
• Analyze research findings, program data, and stakeholder input to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop clear, evidence-based recommendations for senior leaders and program managers.
• Review assigned programs for potential efficiencies based on joint service initiatives and/or federal partnership opportunities.
• Build partnerships across Military Services, Reserve Components, federal agencies, installations, and community organizations to improve coordination, access to resources, and support for service members and their families.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; the specific benefits offered depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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