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This is a public notice for FAA authorized Program Analyst (0343) positions open to U.S. Citizens. Positions may be announced for FV-F through K or grades FG-7 through 15 to support the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act 2021.
Learn more about this agency10/04/2023 to 10/03/2024
$38,503 - $146,757 per year
The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined on the duty location of the selectee.
FG 7 - 15
Many vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
NA
No
No
Yes - The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. See https://www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements.
ACT-FAA-23-PUB NOT-80690
685568600
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
U.S. Citizens, Individuals w/Disabilities, 30% or More, VRA
Incumbent will serve as a program analyst and/or advisor to managers on the evaluation of effectiveness of government programs and operations and/or the productivity and efficiency of such programs. Positions require knowledge of the agency mission, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; and the analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing program development or execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Some positions may require an understanding of basic budgetary and financial management principles and techniques as they relate to long range planning of programs and objectives. The work requires skill in fact finding and investigative techniques; communications; and development of presentations and reports.
Qualifications Reference: HRPM, EMP-1.7 Qualifications and OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards.
FG-7. Possession of at least one (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent the FG-5 grade level. Examples may include: utilizing database systems and other electronic media to enter, revise, track and store information; composing non-technical correspondence and reports; and preparing responses to inquiries OR one full year of graduate level education OR equivalent combination of specialized experience and education.
FG-9. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-7 grade level. Examples may include: Ability to utilize database systems and other electronic media to enter, revise, track and store information; conducting research and collecting data and information concerning work processes, administrative programs or procedures from various sources, such as database systems, manuals, policies, procedures, and other means to prepare reports and papers and respond to inquiries; prepares responses to technical and non-technical requests for information. OR Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related OR equivalent combinations of specialized experience and education.
FG-11. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-9 grade level. Examples may include: analyzing programs and /or activities to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, identify problems, and develop recommendation for improvement; planning and organizing studies of work procedures/processes; tracking statistical information for assigned programs and conveying information through presentations and correspondence; OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.M., if related; OR equivalent combination of specialized experience and education.
FG-12. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-11 grade level. Examples may include: experience analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and operations; tracking and analyzing data to ensure compliance with policies and procedures; identifying program deficiencies; recommending solutions and improvements to assigned programs; performing cost-benefit analysis of current and projected programs; compiling, evaluating, and analyzing data; experience working with internal/external stakeholders; experience with budget processes (formation/execution/procurement/reconciliation); experience with accounting systems and travel management.
FG-13. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-12 grade level. Examples may include: experience using a wide range of qualitative and quantitative assessment methods for evaluation and improvement of critical programs; reviewing new or proposed policy changes to determine process, program and organizational impacts; collecting, analyzing and preparing factual information, project papers, briefings and staff reports to senior management; identifying, analyzing, providing process or program improvement recommendations to higher level officials; experience compiling data and analyzing data or information from various sources; experience planning, scheduling, and conducting analyses or studies of proposals.
FG-14. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-13 grade level. Experience facilitating process improvement activities, gathers and presents information to management; plans, schedules, and tracks projects/task; leading or coordinating the tracking, analysis and implementation of quality management programs, systems and standards; experience with compiling, analyzes, and evaluating a variety of resource data in order to prepare reports, charts/graphs, status updates, or analysis in support of organizational goals and objectives; and development of operating instructions.
FG-15. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-14 grade level. Experience leading teams conducting analysis for process improvement; develops resource (staffing and funding) guidance/objectives for subordinate activities and programs, and oversees or leads teams tasked with conducting continuous assessments of resource utilization in accomplishing program objectives; establishes metrics for measuring cost reduction and quality improvement; and providing technical direction in process improvement and analysis.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee.
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.
NOTES:
1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.
3) If qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.
4) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
5) Please upload supporting documents into USAJOBS or 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov and reference the announcement number. To confirm receipt of documents, please email 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov.
6) This Public Notice will serve as a resume repository – positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.
7) Duty Location may be negotiable upon request.
8) Bargaining and non-bargaining positions may be filled.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Transcripts and other documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded in USAJobs or emailed to 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
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.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Received" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/685568600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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