MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST

Summary

This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command. The incumbent will analyze, evaluate, advocate, defend, and track joint Combatant Command strategic mobility, transportation, logistics, and enabling programs through the entire Department of Defense (DoD) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.

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Clarification from the agency

Internal to an agency means current civilian Air Force employees in the competitive service may apply. Military Spouses must meet eligibility requirements listed in announcement. Veterans means 30% Disabled Veterans and VEOA candidates are eligible to apply.

Duties

As a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST at the GS-0343-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

Analyzing mobility, transportation, logistics and enabling programs' status and developing rationale to advocate for and support these programs through the following processes: Integrated Priority List (IPL), Unfunded Priority List (UPL), Transportation Working Capital Fund (TWCF) Budget Estimate Submissions (BES), Program Objective Memorandum (POM); Program, Budget, and Congressional Reviews.

In a fast-paced high visibility environment, prepares and delivers written and oral presentations such as talking papers, budget exhibits, strategic guidance, briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assignments.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions

Must be a U.S. citizen

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service (visit for more information)

Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation. Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance

Work Schedule: Full Time

Overtime: Occasionally

Tour of Duty: Flexible

Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt

Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible on an ad hoc basis only

This position is designated by the AF as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the AF Civilian Drug Testing Program. Incumbent of this position is subject to the possibility of random drug testing

Travel and relocation expenses, if approved, will be paid IAW JTR and AFMAN 36-606

This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector:

Intermediate experience with Department of Defense (DoD) (i.e., OSD, USAF/USSF, Army, or Navy/MC) financial or enterprise business intelligence systems and processes.

Expert knowledge of DoD PPBE processes/requirements; regulations/rules and issue analysis to independently negotiate command positions.

Thorough knowledge of DoD command structure, missions, air, land, and sea programs, policies, acquisition, program management, & organizational relationships; quantitative & qualitative methods to prepare mid- (3-8 years) & short-range (1-3 years) guidance for broad program policies and objectives and make PPBE submission recommendations.

Expert knowledge of DoD, Joint Staff, and Services planning, programming, and budgeting documents; mobility and transportation requirements and programs; the sequence of timing and key PPBE events and milestones and their relationship to combatant command activities.

Superior ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, to negotiate, convey complex issues, provide training, represent the command at meetings, and maintain good working relationships. 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

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position. IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification program within the allotted time frame.

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): Eligibility under Merit Promotion procedures means the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated 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 ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: .

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Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant.

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Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level) and must submit SF-50 documents that verify time-in-grade.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Competencies:

Budget Formulation, Justification, and Presentation

Data Analysis

Researching

Written Communications

: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the, save the document and attach it to your application package.

(RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist ; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on the authority you are using to apply (i.e., applying as a veteran, applying as a current permanent Federal employee, applying as a reinstatement, etc...). Your complete application includes your COMPLETE resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

The following documents are REQUIRED

1. Your resume:

Your resume may be submitted on any format. It must include your name and contact information and support the specialized experience described in this announcement.

For qualifications determinations your resume must contain the number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., "HRS per week and month/year to month/year" or "HRS per week and month/year to present").

For additional information see: 2. SF50

All current and former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. 3. Veteran's Documents:

If applying using veteran's preference or under a Veteran's hiring authority you must submit the following documents: DD214 showing character of service, SF-15 Form and VA letter showing final percentage, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty. PLEASE REVIEW THE BELOW LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility:

If you are claiming Military Spouse Preference, you must submit supporting documents with your application package. These documents must provide acceptable information to verify: you reside within the commuting area of your sponsor's permanent duty station (PDS); proof of marriage to the active duty sponsor, proof of military member's active duty status, and other documentation required by the vacancy announcement to which you are applying; and must meet all pre-employment criteria and be eligible for immediate noncompetitive appointment to a position in the competitive service. Documentation required: Marriage Certificate or License, Signed Self-Certification Checklist, Veterans' Preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, Statement of Service, if applicable), Transcripts (if applicable). Additional documentation required if previously held a federal position: SF-50s (e.g., LWOP, highest grade held, overseas appointments, etc.), SF-75 Information, and documentation of performance rating of record (dated within the last 12 months)