Program Analyst (Leader)

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is in the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. The Program Analyst (Leader) prepares executive reports, white papers, and recommendations to inform senior leadership decisions on capability development and acquisition. The role reviews scientific evidence, clinical guidance, and operational plans to prioritize needs and recommend actions that enhance preparedness. It represents the organization in cross-agency engagements, builds collaborative relationships, and delivers executive briefings on key initiatives. The position also directs project execution, guides multidisciplinary teams, and ensures mission-critical deliverables are completed on schedule and align with legislative requirements.

The position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Applicants must demonstrate experience leading strategic public health or medical countermeasure initiatives; conducting analyses and developing policy recommendations; evaluating capabilities, identifying gaps, conducting risk assessments, and recommending solutions; collaborating with Federal and interagency partners; presenting recommendations to senior leadership; and overseeing programs and deliverables to meet organizational goals and statutory requirements. There is no education qualification requirement.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.
• Experience leading strategic public health or medical countermeasure initiatives, conducting analyses, and developing policy recommendations to support organizational priorities.
• Experience evaluating public health capabilities, identifying gaps, conducting risk assessments, and recommending solutions to strengthen preparedness and response programs.
• Experience collaborating with Federal and interagency partners to coordinate initiatives, build partnerships, and present recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience overseeing public health programs, providing technical leadership, and ensuring deliverables meet organizational goals and statutory requirements.
• Must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the announcement closing date.
• Must be suitable for Federal employment and successfully complete a background security investigation with favorable adjudication.
• Appointment is contingent on a negative applicant drug test; random, reasonable-suspicion, and post-accident drug testing may apply after hiring.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
• Financial disclosure statement may be required; a probationary or trial period may be required.
• Applicants must document exact employment dates and hours worked per week for part-time experience; supporting documentation may be required for duties outside an employee's official series and grade.

Responsibilities

• Prepare executive reports, white papers, and recommendations to inform senior leadership decisions on capability development and acquisition.
• Review scientific evidence, clinical guidance, and operational plans to prioritize needs and recommend preparedness actions.
• Represent the organization in cross-agency engagements, foster collaborative relationships, and deliver executive briefings on key initiatives.
• Direct project execution and guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure mission-critical deliverables are completed on schedule and align with legislative requirements.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, with access to benefits for themselves and their families. Specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position type.
• Incentives may be authorized subject to multiple factors and funding availability; possible incentives include moving expenses, recruitment or relocation incentives, student loan repayment, superior qualifications appointment, and creditable service for annual leave.

What This Job Offers

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