Program Analyst, Department of the Air Force, Fairfax, VA
Department of the Air Force -
Fairfax, VA,
US
Program Analyst
Date Posted: 2024-05-11
Job description
SummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information.The primary purpose of this position is to: Serves as a Program Analyst formulating and supporting the administrative analytical and evaluative work related to programs, financial management and planning of operations and organizational efficiency/productivity as applied to aspects of Defense programs, policies and concepts.* Salary ranges includes local market supplements *Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates05/08/2024 to 05/22/2024* Salary$163,964 - $191,900 per year* Pay scale & gradeGG 15* HelpLocation* Fairfax County, VA* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time* ServiceExcepted* Promotion potential15* Job family (Series)0343 Management And Program Analysis* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceSensitive Compartmented Information* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskSpecial-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/Fitness* Announcement number9L-DCIPS-12411###-####81-SL* Control number790301400HelpThis job is open to* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.HelpDuties1. Applying intelligence operations and analytic expertise, develops, interprets, and implements policies and procedures to provide planning, programming, and budget guidance to facilitate the identification and determination of alternative ways to achieve the best mix of forces, equipment, and support attainable, (within fiscal constraints) regarding planning, security, programming, methodology, and resource control in support of prospective CDM efforts at both the national and international level.2. Manages and develops new methods for testing and evaluating the effectiveness of planning, programming, and budget actions/processes in support of mission, operational plans, and program/project implementation/execution.3. As a liaison for the Mission Partner Capabilities Office (MPCO), acts as the senior Air Force Executive Agent Liaison Officer to an assigned CCMD/Service and prepares and presents high level briefings of conclusions, many being highly subjective and not readily susceptible to verification until actual operational situations are encountered.4. Maintains a continuous liaison with other Senior Staff, other service headquarters counterparts, and DOD offices to integrate CDM, DoD, OUSD(I), and MPE/BICES priority support actions.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* U.S. Citizenship Required* All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program* Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required* Employee must maintain current certifications* Disclosure of Political Appointments* Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit* Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume* Mobility is a condition of employment. The employee must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.* The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.* Employee may be subject to counterintelligence scope polygraph testing.QualificationsThis is a GG-15 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-15 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Expert" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-15 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.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.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of plans and programs for managing, planning, budgeting and executing intelligence and operations utilizing diverse structures and inter-agency cooperation on advanced concepts, principles and practices; knowledge of policy, procedures, and schedules for developing Program Objectives Memoranda (POM), Budget Estimate Submissions (BES) as well as methods for developing budget forecasts, cost projections, financial exhibits, unfunded requirements justifications, narratives, offsets and disconnects, and issue papers; and knowledge of the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.ANDKNOWLEDGE, 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 U.S. Mission Partner Environment and BICES programs and capabilities, CJCSI 6290.01 requirements management process, MPE/BICES enterprise services to include operational theater support, U.S. exercise planning as it relates to MPE/BICES services utilization, and experience in supporting requirements specification and implementation for coalition information exchange systems. Knowledge of the relationship of the various entities involved in overall planning and execution of complex procedures and techniques for testing and evaluating mission applications and the methods in which the PPBS process supports them.2. Extensive level of knowledge of the Department of Defense Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) and policy, procedures, and schedules for developing Program Objectives Memoranda (POM), Budget Estimate Submissions (BES) as well as methods for developing budget forecasts, cost projections, financial exhibits, unfunded requirements justifications, narratives, offsets and disconnects, and issue papers.3. Comprehensive knowledge of Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events.4. Expert level knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of plans and programs for managing, planning, budgeting and executing intelligence and operations utilizing diverse DoD support structures and inter-agency cooperation on advanced concepts, principles and practices such as Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance systems; Special Communications; Collection Management and Operations; All-Source Analysis; Multi-INT integration; Cyberspace Operations; Information Systems; Data Engineering; Planning, Programming, & Budgeting System (PPBS), acquisition, special operations, or similar operations.5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.6. Extensively skilled in oral communications to present sensitive information and/or recommendations on complex matters to higher authorities; skilled in written communications sufficient to develop guidance, regulations and directives dealing with complex issues and maintain good working relations. Mastery in establishing and maintain highly productive working relationships with senior leaders, team members, clients, industry experts, and others including interpersonal effectiveness with executive management, peers, employees, and contractors as well as in building relationships and maintaining close coordination with a range of customers.OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS PERTAINING TO THIS POSITION:* Position is designated special-sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.* Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.* Education and/or expert level of experience within the Management and Program Analysis Series field, as it applies to RDT&E projects and efforts within the intelligence arena, and a comprehensive knowledge and/or practical application within Contracting Office Representative (COR) and/or acquisition arena is desired.* This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.* This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.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.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationEmployed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.Read more* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.* Online Application: Questionnaire* Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.* Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.* Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".* Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).* OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2". NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).* How to ApplyThe complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/22/2024To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."* It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.* For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.2. A complete Application Questionnaire3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.4.Return Rights:Per AFI 36-1101 - DCIPS employees have no statutory right of return to the previous position, unit, or geographic location.PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.Agency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone1-800-###-####...@CALL.ONLYAddressIC - Air Force DCIPS550 C Street WJBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.* Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Criminal history inquiries* Reasonable accommodation policy* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestHelpRequired DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.* Online Application: Questionnaire* Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.* Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.* Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".* Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).* OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2". NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).HelpHow to ApplyThe complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/22/2024To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."* It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.* For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.2. A complete Application Questionnaire3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.4.Return Rights:Per AFI 36-1101 - DCIPS employees have no statutory right of return to the previous position, unit, or geographic location.PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.Read moreAgency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone1-800-###-####...@CALL.ONLYAddressIC - Air Force DCIPS550 C Street WJBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.Read moreFair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Reasonable accommodation policy* Criminal history inquiries* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestPrintShare* Email* Facebook* LinkedIn* TwitterHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates05/08/2024 to 05/22/2024* Salary$163,964 - $191,900 per year* Pay scale & gradeGG 15* Location* Fairfax County, VA* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time* ServiceExcepted* Promotion potential15* Job family (Series)0343 Management And Program Analysis* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceSensitive Compartmented Information* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskSpecial-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/Fitness* Announcement number9L-DCIPS-12411###-####81-SL* Control number790301400This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/790301400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.