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Program Analyst

General Services Administration
Public Buildings Service
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Summary

As a Program Analyst, you will provide analysis of a variety of subject matter relating to the effectiveness and efficiency of assigned organizations and program operations..

Location of Position: Public Buildings Service, Regional Program Management Office, in San Francisco, CA.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Overview

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Open date: 02/25/2020
Closed date: 03/10/2020
Location
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$93,587 - $121,668 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential
12
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Other
Announcement number
2009136LRMP
Control number
560867800

Duties

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  • Conducts analytical studies that are of special interest related to functional activities and/or programs. Plans and/or directs special projects to identify operational problems, evaluate alternative solutions and recommend appropriate action(s).
  • Applies a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to assess and improve the effectiveness and management of assigned programs, processes, projects and systems.
  • Reviews specific goals and objectives; monitors the sequence and timing of Regional and/or field organization milestones and evaluates overall program accomplishments and significant contributions in terms of meeting regional goals. Develops or modifies assigned program guidelines, policies and long range plans. Analyzes and develops statistical data to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operating programs, or internal support operations that facilitate the operating programs.
  • Reviews information, reconciles conflicting data, and devises new or modified methods to analyze findings. Develops recommendations and proposals. Prepares and/or conducts briefings for higher level management to explain analysis of the subject matter involved, as well as provide recommendations or action plans, and provide guidance and/or direction for implementation.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship or National (Resident of American Samoa and Swains Island)
  • Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
  • Meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of closing date
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must have registered with the Selective Service

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

  • Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
  • Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level)
  • Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee.  We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

  • the exact dates you held  each job (from month/year to month/year)
  • number of hours per week you worked (if part time).    
  • series and grade level of positions on resume

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here. 

The GS-12 salary range starts at $93,587 (San Francisco)per year. Generally, if you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.  

To qualify, you must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service. 

Specialized experience is experience applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. 

Education

There is no education substitution for this position.

Additional information

Bargaining Unit status:  None

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:

  • Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
  • Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
  • Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.  

  • Knowledge of the mission, functions and program goals of the specific Service/organization for assigned areas of responsibility, including a specific knowledge of management principles, methods and techniques required to implement and monitor regional programs and activities.
  • Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques required to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of assigned programs; ability to identify problem areas, conduct research, select and evaluate technical data and to make decisions or recommendations for action based on consideration of all aspects of a problem.
  • Knowledge of Federal laws and regulations, Executive Orders and agency directives and guidelines pertaining to designated program requirements and GSA compliance provisions, including the ability to assess any potential programs and to formulate recommendations regarding additional studies and alternative actions.
  • Skill in interpersonal relations and written and oral communications required to explain and negotiate the requirements and implementation of regional program initiatives, and to present findings and conduct formal meetings in a concise and professional manner. 

Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions.

If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.


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Public Buildings Service

Agency contact information

Lorree Rhodes
Phone
817-978-4115
Fax
000-000-0000
Email
vacancy.inquiries@gsa.gov
Address
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources Service Center (PBS)
819 Taylor Street
Fort Worth, California 76102
United States

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