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Management Analyst

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
Center for Scientific Review (CSR)
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Summary

As a Management Analyst you will employ advanced qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of organizational programs for the Center for Scientific Review.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
03/23/2023 to 03/27/2023
Salary
$64,957 to - $122,459 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Montgomery County
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NIH-CSR-IMP-23-11891137
Control number
714028000

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Clarification from the agency

You must be currently employed by the National Institutes of Health, serving on a permanent appointment in the competitive service.

Duties

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  • ? Employ advanced qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze, evaluate, and/or improve the efficiency of internal administrative operations, organizations, or management.
  • ? Develop, coordinate, and implement performance measures to evaluate organizational productivity.
  • ? Establish study methods and techniques to be utilized in complex studies and audits.
  • ? Recommend strategies to improve program implementation and evaluations.
  • ? Develop recommendations including work method and procedural changes, systems variations, and acceptance of new technology developments.
  • ? Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of complex administrative operations. Develop modifications, revisions, and implement procedures to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
  • Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
  • Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Management Analyst, you must meet the following requirements:

To qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-09 level, you must have:
A. completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. Education must be related to the position to be qualifying; OR
B. 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: identifying processes and procedures affecting the efficiency of administrative and workflow processes; manage logistical aspects of analytical studies related to administrative procedures and organizational productivity; drafting recommendations and implementation plans from study findings; and, developing ad-hoc workflow analysis and operational reports.; OR
C. a combination of post baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

To qualify for a Management Analyst, GS-0343 position at the GS-11 level, you must have:
A. completed a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. Education must be related to the position to be qualifying; OR
B. 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: conducting studies involving work processes and administrative procedures which are clerical and routine; analyzing studying findings to identify issues, risks, and concerns in processes or procedures; creating ad-hoc tabular reports on findings from quantitative (e.g., surveys, cost-benefit analyses, feasibility studies)assessment methods used for management studies; and developing management operations reports and arranging and conducting conferences/meetings with appropriate management personnel; OR
C. a combination of post baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

To qualify for a Management Analyst position at the GS-0343-12 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: conducting studies to evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the management and administration of information management systems, human capital planning and financial and budgeting operations; writing administrative standard operating procedures; conducting analyses of administrative and management operations functions and work processes including examination of deviations from standards; conducting analyses of administrative and management operations functions and work processes including areas such as systems, manpower utilization, productivity management, workflow, and paperwork management; and developing findings and conclusions regarding management operations.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire 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.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11891137

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Additional information

  • 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).
  • This position is designated as a Tier 2 "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.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
  • PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
  • We may make additional selections for similar positions across the National Institutes of Health within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at NIH. Clearance of CTAP will be applied for similar positions across NIH.
  • 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 our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
  • Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.
  • Location will be as advertised but may be negotiable in the future as a remote position, after selection and an onboarding period.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • 1. Knowledge of program planning and management.
  • 2. Ability to conduct management studies to analyze operations, evaluate findings and recommend solutions.
  • 3. Ability to utilize automated systems and software to perform studies, prepare documents and track data.
  • 4. Skill in advising senior management on administrative activities and operations.


To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings by the information you provide in your application. 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 having knowledge of your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin prior to receiving an offer. To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.

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