Program Analyst Competitive Temporary Promotion (NTE 1 Year)

Summary This position is located in the Office of Field Operations, Polygraph Branch, Special Operations Division. The incumbent will perform a variety of program review, analysis and long range planning fucntions relatiing to those programs administered in any Field Office branch or division. Duties The major duties of the Program Analyst at the GS-11 , include, but are not limited to, the following: Evaluates programmatic or business operations to aid managers and other key stakeholders in making informed decisions on program, planning, and policy issues. Evaluates existing internal processes and procedures, drafting proposed findings and recommendations to administrative systems, legislation, and regulations. Provides operational, technical, and administrative support on critical projects, programs, and policies within the organization. Plans and manages special and recurring projects on well-defined subject matter areas to include the formulation of the project methodology, identifying resources required to support the operational and analytical techniques for accomplishment of program objectives. Requirements Conditions of employment The requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Must be U.S. Citizen or National Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file. May be required to serve a one-year probationary period. You must be a current permanent Department of Justice employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate. Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement. Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.

MOBILITY PLAN

Employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Qualifications To qualify for the Program Analyst position at the GS-11 grade level, candidates must have at least one-year specialized experience at the lower grade level, GS-9 , by the closing of this announcement. Specialized Experience Must Include All Of GS-11 -You qualify if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-9 grade performing all of the following duties: Analyzing regulations and policies for operational impact while planning and managing projects to develop methods, procedures, and technical support that advanced program objectives; AND Drafting program guidance, memoranda, briefings, and talking points and maintain continuous liaison with internal directorates through participation in working groups; AND Preparing written reports and assessments; gathering and compile statistics and other program data Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP) These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. EEO Statement/Policy The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation ATF provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, and you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, please notify the human resources specialist listed on the vacancy announcement, or contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis. Selective Service If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: Benefits 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. Review our 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr ATF