PROGRAM ANALYST

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: Management and Program Analysis Series 0343 (opm.gov) for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 11/19/2024 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade (GS/GG-12) in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Applying acquisition theories, principles, concepts, methods and standards. Maintains liaison with various elements of DCSA management and other DoD agencies, to include OSD and the USD Acquisition & Sustainment. Offers advice and assistance to the Component Acquisition Executive Office (CAE) and acquisition personnel during all phases of projects to ensure proper consideration of management and technical factors involved in successful implementation. Ability to exercise sound judgment while managing tasks in support of internal and external stakeholders. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Planning and Evaluation – Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. 2. Customer Service – Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. 3. Interpersonal Skills – Develops and maintains effective working relationships, especially in difficult situations. Engages and inspires others. Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different audiences/ situations/cultures. Actively solicits feedback. Exemplifies professionalism, tact and empathy. Builds trust and commitment. 4. Organizational Awareness – Knows the organization’s mission and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the organization.
DCSAs Component Acquisition Executive Staff is seeking a program analyst to modernize its Acquisition Workforce and serve as the Deputy Director for Acquisition Career Management. This job requires a change agent comfortable with traditional and agile project management approaches. Applicants must be adept at implementing acquisition workforce strategies and fostering internal and external stakeholder relationships. Interested? Consider DCSA and be part of Americas Talented Gatekeeper Team!