Program Analyst (Internal Detail)

Summary The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Responsibilities This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission's (USITC) Office of the Director of Operations. The Director of Operations is responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating, and evaluating the investigative, analytical, research, and other activities of the Offices of: Economics, Industries, Investigations, Tariff Affairs and Trade Agreements, Unfair Import Investigations, Analysis and Research Services, and Trade Remedy Assistance. The incumbent serves as a Senior Analyst on special studies and assignments at the direction of the Director. The primary mission program that the incumbent will be responsible for is the factfinding investigations process. The incumbent will have regular engagement with the Commissioners, management, and staff on processes, procedures, and content issues in 332 investigations, including some involvement in technical assistance and other aspects of the 332 mission area, providing senior level advice on those issues. Assigned projects have relevance and impact on the work of the Commission. In consultation with the Director of Operations, oversees and leads the Commission's 332 process, provides expert advice to management. Solicits and evaluates information and proposals from Commissioners, management, and staff, and develops and evaluates policies in the assigned program area. Develops and evaluates policies to achieve organizational objectives and recommends program objectives and improvements for the future. Provides technical assistance and direct support to management staff as assigned in all matters relating to the application of planning programs to meet mission requirements as related to the 332/factfinding investigation process. Responsible for coordinating the various offices involved in the 332 process (e.g., Industries, Economics, OP front office, OARS, GC) to evaluate and improve the processes and procedures for the 332 process. Plans, organizes and directs team study or work, and persuades or negotiates effectively with management and Commissioners to accept and implement recommendations where the proposals involve substantial agency resources, require extensive changes in established procedures or may be in conflict with the scope of the study. Incumbent will serve as the main point of contact between Commission staff and Commissioner offices; leading the fact finding working group with Commission management and Commissioner staff as well as the process advisory group with Commission staff. Maintains liaison with members of Commission staff and counterparts in other federal agencies as directed by the supervisor. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position. To qualify for the GS-15, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal Service that includes: expertise in providing significant advice and having substantial interaction on or with Management and their staff on a diverse range of matters including, international trade, economics, legal analysis and budget issues. 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 Additional Information As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period (competitive service) or a two-year trial period (excepted service) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP, please visit: Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit Severely disabled persons program information: Cover page to fax paper application - OPM Form 1203fx: Self-assessment questionnaire: Vacancy ID number: IMP-26-051-MW Reasonable accommodations: This agency 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 contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process. Time period to meet qualifications: All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.