Management Analyst

Summary The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the nation's premier biomedical and behavioral research agency, seeking fundamental knowledge to lengthen life and reduce illness. We are seeking a highly motivated Management Analyst (GS-0343-13) to drive organizational efficiency, optimize administrative operations, and provide data-driven recommendations that empower our scientific and administrative teams to achieve our critical public health mission. Responsibilities Lead teams of specialists or individually conduct in-depth studies, reviews, evaluations, and assessments of issues and proposals assigned. Determine the functionality of unique organizational structures and provide coordination among key participants for the long-range planning and development of organizational strategies to meet objectives and mission. Initiate and execute very complex administrative and management projects. Utilize expert skills in studying work methods, administrative guidelines, procedures, utilization of human resources, work assignments, delegations of authority, management controls, information and documentation systems, etc. Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective and economical ways to accomplish workload and program objectives. Participate in planning sessions. Establish and maintain contacts with other Government agencies and private organizations to exchange information. Design and conduct comprehensive management studies to identify and propose solutions to management problems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for a Management Analyst position at the GS-0343-13 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Employing analytical techniques to resolve productivity problems across organizational segments. 2.) Establishing study methods for audits and interpreting independently developed findings. 3.) Developing recommendations for work method changes and systems improvements. AND 4.) Analyzing administrative operations and developing strategies to improve program implementation. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: Education Additional Information This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave. Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration. Veterans' Preference applies only to Schedule A (disability appointment) and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable). The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process. At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework (work from home on a regular basis or ad hoc basis but reports to the office at least once a week/two days a pay period) Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable). If selected, you will be covered by a bargaining unit (union).