Business Analyst.

Responsibilities Lead or work on a matrix team of subject-matter experts to evaluate proposed and in-flight Transmission Field Services initiatives. Perform risk analysis to predict likely outcomes based on factors such as available financial programming levels, cross-functional and portfolio integration requirements, effectiveness of cost and project management controls, and level of effort required for project completion. Provide expert-level change management services in support of Transmission Field Services (TF) initiatives. Serve as business process management advisor providing direction and leadership in organizational and process analysis, reengineering, program planning and evaluation, and transition planning to facilitate the successful development and implementation of Transmission's business and strategic initiatives. Analyze organizational structure, functions, and processes in order to recommend changes for more effective allocation of resources, personnel utilization, management practices and procedures, systems and controls, delegations of authority, operational methods, and organizational efficiency. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports, and correspondence in order to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations and present, explain, and defend recommended changes. Requirements Conditions of employment: In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-12] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as utility industry experience in: 1) Researching, analyzing, and evaluating of proposed or active business initiative; 2) Developing and implementing of process improvement, organization change, or strategic planning and policy development; and 3) Developing and delivering briefings, project documents, status reports and correspondence. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Volunteer work can count toward qualifying experience. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. EEO Policy and Accommodations EEO Policy and Reasonable Accommodation Policy : Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. Reasonable Accommodation for USAHire: if you believe you have a disability that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests must be received prior to starting assessments and are evaluated case by case. Veterans Information Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Telework and Other Information Selective Service Registration, hiring incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates based on budget availability. BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment and supports a healthy work/life balance through programs and policies designed to create flexible, responsive work environments. Benefits for federal employees vary by position and employment type; contact the hiring agency for details. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bonneville Power Administration