PROGRAM ANALYST

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this position that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13), pay band or equivalent. Specialized experience is described as the ability to develop, implement, and oversee an integrated facility energy portfolio including privately-financed, large scale renewable and alternative energy projects as well as direct investments. ONLY EXPERIENCE OBTAINED BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of concepts including programming, cost estimating, design review, project planning and development, and project execution. Extensive familiarity with other engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil, fire protection, life safety, energy, architecture, and knowledge of existing and applicable software applications in the functional area of responsibility to effectively manage engineering functions to support the organization’s mission. 2. Knowledge and mastery of a broad range of methods and techniques used in integrating asset management, project/program management, planning, and acquisition in, Installation Management, Planning, or Facilities Operations. 3. Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on the expenditures of funds. 4. Knowledge of business accounting and financial management principles and procedures. 5. Skill in evaluating state-of-the-art technologies and incorporating these into the planning or design, budgeting, programming, life cycle, operation, maintenance, repair, upgrade, and cost estimates of installations natural and built infrastructure. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. *PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is primarily sedentary although there may be some walking, bending, or climbing involved in activities such as inspections, carrying books and reference materials, as well as driving of an automobile to attend on and off- base functions. *WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is usually performed in an office setting although there will be occasional exposure to conditions in buildings under construction or contractor’s operations. May be required to travel in the National Capitol Region to meetings, conferences, etc., which will involve use of public transportation.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position, PROGRAM ANALYST, GS-0343-14, is to serve as Program Analyst within Air Force Office of Energy Assurance (AF-OEA). Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing an integrated facility energy portfolio including privately-financed, large-scale renewable and alternative energy projects as well as direct AF investments.