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Management and Progam Analyst (National Property Policy Specialist)

Employer
USAJobs
Location
Falls Church, Virginia
Closing date
Jul 26, 2019
Duties

Summary

This position is located in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS or Service), Property Policy & Headquarters (HQ) Facilities Branch, and is part of the Joint Administrative Operations (JAO) . This position serves as a Management and Program Analyst and National Property Policy Specialist responsible for the oversight and policy management of the personal property and/or space leasing programs.

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Responsibilities

Job duties include but are not limited to the following:
  • Develops, promulgates, and implements coordination and oversight of policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Researches, analyzes, evaluates, and interprets broad Departmental and Federal regulations.
  • Conducts periodic programmatic reviews, management/internal control reviews, audits, and in-depth studies of programs for compliance with Departmental and Federal regulations that are designed to minimize risk of waste, fraud and abuse of government resources.
  • Participates in the development, management, and implementation of government-wide initiatives and national strategic objectives based on new and evolving Administration, Congressional, GSA, and/or Departmental goals.
  • Establishes and oversees the implementation of Government-wide initiatives and national strategic objectives.
  • Oversees, coordinates and/or personally prepares periodic, special, and mandatory reports.
  • Serves as a primary source of communication regarding program goals, activities and general information.
  • Serves as project manager for various special and often highly visible projects.
  • As a member of the JAO, the incumbent partners with management, employees, and customers to serve and advance the mission of the Service and the JAO by ensuring consistent and reliable administrative and support services.


Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
13

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period


Qualifications

Only experience obtained by 07/25/2019 will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications for the 0343 Occupational Series at the GS-12 grade level:
One year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience may include: developing and assisting in implementation, coordination, and oversight of policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs); researching, analyzing, and evaluating broad Departmental and Federal regulations; conducting periodic programmatic reviews, management/internal control reviews, audits, and in-depth studies of programs for compliance with Departmental and Federal regulations; participating in the development, management, and implementation of government-wide initiatives and national strategic objectives; serving as a primary source of communication; participating in various special and highly visible projects.

Minimum Qualifications for the 0343 Occupational Series at the GS-13 grade level:
One year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience may include: developing, promulgating, and implementing coordination and oversight of policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs); researching, analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting broad Departmental and Federal regulations; conducting periodic programmatic reviews, management/internal control reviews, audits, and in-depth studies of programs for compliance with Departmental and Federal regulations; establishing and overseeing the implementation of government-wide initiatives and national strategic objectives; serving as a primary source of communication; participating in various special and highly visible projects.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Education requirements not applicable for this position.

Additional information

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been or may be involuntarily separated (e.g. reduction in force, declining to relocate/transfer outside their local commuting area) from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal or Removal Notice; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; or Removal and most recent performance appraisal.). For more information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/

To register or verify your registration go to the Selective Service System at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx

FWS has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of 07/25/2019; OR More than one position may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.

A PCS move is not authorized.

This announcement is being advertised concurrently under JAO-19-10549081-NM-MP for current and former federal employees serving under a competitive service career or career-conditional appointment or reinstatement eligible. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

DRIVER'S LICENSE: If you were to operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle during your tenure, you would be required to have and maintain a valid State issued driver's license.
GOVERNMENT CHARGE CARD: If you are expected to travel on official business, you will be required to apply for a Government travel charge card within 30 days of entrance on duty into this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is of a sedentary nature; however, some inspections or projects may involve long periods of walking, climbing, bending, and stooping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is generally performed in an office environment, with some travel to conduct property control reviews, attend meetings and conferences.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information .

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the basic qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you meet the basic qualifications your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience which resulted in you being listed in the highest quality category, you may lose consideration, or be assigned to a lower quality category for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
  • Skill in developing policy and procedural guidance for a complex National level program to respond to a wide variety of needs, situations, and geographic locations.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of management and program analysis principles and techniques including qualitative and quantitative methods in order to assess program effectiveness or identify opportunities to improve complex management processes and systems.
  • Knowledge of project management method and techniques, including Initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects in order to plan, coordinate, and lead studies and initiatives.
  • Ability to analyze large amounts of data and information in order to formulate recommendations and findings.
  • Knowledge of Government property management (e.g. Federal personal property, fleet, and leased space management) laws, regulations, policies, and best practices in order to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), advise on program management, to verify regulatory compliance, and to develop and improve Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) policies and strategies for managing a national program.
  • Ability to communicate in writing.
  • Effective communication skills in order to understand client needs and to convey information.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The category ratings for this position are:

Best Qualified
Well Qualified
Qualified

The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of Veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the basic qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 showing you were honorably discharged. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15," Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" in addition to the proof required by that form.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Not Required

Drug test required
No

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  • Resume or Application. At a minimum, your resume MUST contain job title (include job series and grade, if federal), duties, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary. USAJOBS has a template to ensure a complete resume. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk
  • Other supporting documents:
    • Cover Letter, optional
    • Official or unofficial College Transcript(s), if the position has education requirements, or if you are using your education to qualify. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A copy of your official transcripts will be required if you are selected. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http:// http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
    • Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)
    • If applicable, documentation/proof that you are eligible Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)


    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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