Program Analyst

SECNAV•Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, CA

13d

About The Position

The Program Analyst serves in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (M&RA), Manpower Analytics and HR Systems (MAHRS), within the Office of Force Resiliency. The position is responsible for implementing Department of the Navy (DON) enterprise-wide MAHRS initiatives related to strategic workforce planning. It conducts formal analyses of critical initiatives, addresses complex problems, and develops concepts and methodologies for data products used by DON leadership. The analyst develops strategies, performance metrics, and approaches to address workforce gaps in recruiting, retention, and succession planning. The position leads management improvement studies and high-visibility projects, recommends organizational changes in response to evolving missions and resource needs, and standardizes methods for collecting, compiling, and presenting statistical data and analyses. It also coordinates and produces periodic and ad hoc reports for senior leadership. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level, including experience in operations research, reporting, and visualization; developing workforce strategies and performance metrics; and applying analytical and non-analytical methods to evaluate programs and advise senior leaders. The incumbent must obtain and maintain the required security clearance and Advanced proficiency-level qualifications for the Data Analyst work role under applicable DoD and Department of the Navy cyber workforce requirements. The listed salary ranges vary by duty location: Washington Navy Yard, $143,913–$187,093; Miramar, CA, $143,677–$186,785; Portsmouth, VA, $127,646–$165,945; Mechanicsburg, PA, $128,323–$166,825; Stennis, MS, $125,776–$163,514; and Silverdale, WA, $141,367–$183,782. PCS is not authorized.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct-deposit pay program.
New Department of the Navy employees must pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
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 the offer or removal.
Must obtain and maintain Advanced proficiency-level qualifications for the Data Analyst cyberspace workforce role under DoDM 8140.03 and Department of the Navy policies.
At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Experience conducting operations research, reporting, and visualization to provide strategic support and integrated solutions.
Experience developing strategies and performance metrics to address critical workforce gaps in recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Experience applying analytical and non-analytical methods to evaluate programs, identify gaps, and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal annuitant selection is subject to Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy.

Responsibilities

Implement enterprise-wide MAHRS initiatives related to strategic workforce planning within the Department of the Navy.
Plan and conduct formal analyses of critical MAHRS initiatives, resolve complex problems, and develop concepts and methodologies for data products of major significance to DON leadership.
Develop strategies, performance metrics, and comprehensive approaches to address gaps in recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Lead management improvement studies and high-visibility projects, and formulate recommendations for organizational changes in response to evolving missions, functional consolidations, and resource realignments.
Lead the creation and standardization of plans, methods, procedures, and techniques for collecting, compiling, and presenting complex statistical data and analyses.
Coordinate and produce periodic and ad hoc reports for senior-level leadership, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.