Supervisory Management and Program Analyst

Summary

In this position you will serve as a Supervisory Management and Program Analyst (Operations Manager) providing expert leadership, management and oversight for Web-Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) operational activities.

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Duties

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• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Lead business Subject Matter Experts (SME's) for Web-Based Supply Chain Management Project and Technical Management activities.
• Serve as the WBSCM Program liaison for business operations management activities and is a key interface to IT and the contractor.
• Share with the director the formulation and implementation of Web-Based Supply Chain Management policies and programs.
• Apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and capabilities present in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) business solutions
• Build and maintain coalitions among multiple agencies and department officials, and interface effectively with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary advisor to the Division Director on information management and knowledge management issues.
• Actively engage with Information Technologies (IT) in working through new processes and requirements as a result of new business processes, changes in business requirements, and/or by legislation.
• Serve as the Web-Based Supply Chain Management Program liaison for business operations management activities and is a key interface to Information Technology and the contractor.
• Share in the management of WBSCM along with the Director to include overseeing the planning, budgeting, and fiscal management of the investment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at
• In accordance with Office of Government Ethics regulations concerning conflict of interest, the incumbent will be required to submit a financial disclosure report within 30 days of their effective date of appointment and annually thereafter.
• All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.

FOR THE GS-14 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-13 grade level) that demonstrates:

• Developing Business, functional, technical and performance requirements and analysis in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment using SAP (Systems Applications and Products).
• Deploying, supporting, and enhancing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) SAP projects and SAP business solutions; functional knowledge of and experience with ERP SAP supply chain application capabilities.
• Managing systems and applying Artificial Intelligence (Al) concepts and capabilities to support integrated business processes, including machine learning, advanced analytics, forecasting, predictive analytics, and task automations.
• Leading application change control and release management processes, providing input to release planning and release content to meet business needs.
• Managing a team, ensuring a wide range of tasks are planned, assigned, and completed, ensuring efficient operations.

Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level.

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 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

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be well qualified, which means having knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies that exceed the minimum qualification requirements for this position. CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100 to receive selection priority.
• First time hires to the federal government normally start at the lowest rate of the salary range for the grade selected.
• Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
• Locality pay will vary based upon the selectee's duty location. A final salary determination will be made upon selection.
• Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.