MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. TARGETED POSITIONS: This position is a developmental (e.g.:GS-09 Target GS-11) position. This position may be filled at any grade level. Individual selected may be promoted without further competition, upon meeting all legal and regulatory requirements. Starting salary indicated on this vacancy announcement is for the (GS-09). Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. Military Spouse candidates exercising their preference will be placed at the full performance level, if considered to be best qualified and selected. GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-07), or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience is experience in the ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of management analyst, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments. OR EDUCATION: Applicant must have successfully completed a master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience.with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: An equivalent combination of successfully completed, qualifying education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. Specialized experience directly related to the work of the position may be used to meet the requirements of this position. Education in excess of one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement may be used to qualify applicants for the GS-9 level. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-9), or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience is experience in the Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of management analyst, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in an appropriate manner with peers and management. OR EDUCATION: Applicant must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M., if related. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Applicant must have equivalent combinations of successfully completed a master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related, and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, applicants within 120 days of completion of TIG requirements are encouraged to apply. 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: Projects require substantial knowledge and understanding of the theory and principals of management and the larger organization in the review and analysis of a variety of administrative/clerical processes and procedures in the branch organization. Knowledge and skill in applying qualitative and quantitative techniques in the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems of a procedural nature. The issues or problems areas dealt with are readily identifiable and observable. Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines. Ability to use office automation tools, and techniques to generate reports, briefing materials, and/or comparable documents. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures. 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.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position MANAGEMENT ANALYST, GS-0343-09 Target 11 is to serve as a Management Analyst for the Branch organization. Incumbent is responsible for performing selected studies to review and evaluate the efficiency/effectiveness of substantive program operations within the branch organization structure.