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This position serves as a Supervisory Program Analyst (Chief) in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Office of Field Operations (OFO). The VA operates through the VBA a wide network of field locations where personnel provide Veterans, their dependents, and survivors with information, advice and assistance regarding the availability and procurement of benefits under laws administered by the VA and other agencies.
Learn more about this agency08/08/2022 to 08/09/2022
$95,973 - $124,764 per year
GS 14
2 vacancies in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Salary shown is the basic pay WITHOUT locality pay. Locality pay WILL BE added to the salary based on the duty location.ou may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
14
Yes
No
101-OFO-CASF-11584152-22-AT
669880200
Current federal employees of this agency.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
This vacancy announcement is open ONLY to current, permanent Veteran Benefits Administration (VBA) employees and current/former VA employees who are CTAP eligible.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Forecasts and estimates program requirements using special reports, statistical and graphical analysis, project summaries from schedules, flow charting, review of work methods, evaluation of obligation and expenditure rates, cost analysis, etc. Reviews program surveys, special studies, project reviews, literature searches, fact finding, etc. to identify trends, problem areas, inefficiencies, and inconsistencies in operations.
Uses numerous automated systems to monitor program performance, perform statistical, trend, and problem analysis, and to develop and implement new methods to control and support Interrelated program areas. Prepares programmatic reports, justifications, charts, graphs, statistical and brief narrative data, etc., for top-level presentations and briefings. Develops modifications, revisions, and implementation of procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations.
Leads discussions, meetings, conferences and conference calls with agency administrators, senior subject matter and technical personnel, and other federal agency officials to secure and provide information; investigate facts; present conclusions, recommendations, and alternatives; obtain concurrence; develop alternate courses of actions; and mutually resolve problems.
Advises senior management of unique conditions and issues which affect program activities and provides guidance on interpretation and implementation of new and revised legislation, policies, regulations, and procedures.
Supervises a subordinate staff comprised of at least three or more Program Analysts with a GS-13 full performance level. The subordinate staff may include GS-11, GS- 12, and/or GS-13 in a variety of job series (0300, 0200, etc.). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Plans and assigns work, sets priorities, advises employees on program goals and objectives, and makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinate employees. Sets performance standards and appraises work of employees. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees; provide and/or arrange for needed development and training. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers more serious grievances to higher authority with recommendations for resolution.
Counsels' employees on work and management policies. Effects minor disciplinary actions such as reprimands and warnings, recommends other action in more serious cases. Initiates personnel actions for recruitment, reassignment, promotion, reclassification, etc. and interviews and selects employees for vacant positions. Actively supports special programs such as EEO, safety, internal controls, etc.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Work Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Telework: Available
Virtual: This is a virtual position. If selected the employee is required to report to the nearest VA facility. This is not a remote position.
Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Program Analyst; 38186-A
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required
There is no educational substitution for this this grade level.
COVID-19 Pandemic Expanded Telework Program
Due to COVID-19, VA is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement. Management officials will provide information about returning to the official, pre-pandemic worksite, when applicable. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework depending upon the terms of your organization's telework policy and the duties of the position.VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.
If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package to include the documents detailed below. Your resume and supporting documentation will be verified; errors, omissions, or failure to submit the documents as specified will affect your rating or result in loss of consideration for employment.
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.
To receive consideration, your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59pm (EST) on 08/12/2022or the day the applicant count limit is reached, whichever comes first. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11584152.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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