Clarification from the agency

This job is open to current permanent Department of Veteran Affairs employees, current permanent Federal employees of other agencies, and other status eligible applicants. See the eligibility section in the questionnaire for a list of all eligible statuses and the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more details.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

As a member of the team, the incumbent will advise AIS leadership on the organization's significant, operational, community, and personnel issues or actions. Evaluates highest-level administrative guidance, transforms it into specific local guidance, issues guidance, defines program submissions, and solicits the submission of program and resource requirements for the organization.

Oversees or participates in various academic reviews, manage small scale projects and surveys; collects, aggregates, and presents data; prepares statistical summaries; and prepares briefings. Assists in analyzing and preparing data analysis and developing platforms for data sharing.

Monitors, identifies, and highlights issues. Coordinates resolution of issues to the extent possible and determines what issues must be addressed by senior leadership in the organization.

Monitors and participates in special projects. Attends meetings with, or on behalf of, program manager and completes follow-up on actions resulting from meetings.

Monitors activities or actions of the organization and keeps leadership properly informed of the highest priority items, ensures appropriate individuals are aware of actions requiring their attention, and follows up to ensure actions are properly completed.

The incumbent works with the Program Managers and the Vice-Chancellors to collect, manage, analyze, and report performance and program data in support of the AIS accomplishment of operational performance goals and metrics.

The incumbent serves in a variety of roles, ranging from project manager to team member to facilitator, as assigned by the Vice Chancellor. These assignments will demand well-developed leadership skills, the ability to perform in subordinate roles of support, the ability to work independently, creative problem-solving skills, patience with "short-fuse" projects, frequent exchanges with upper management, and the daily demand for responsible decision-making capabilities that reflect the mission of the AIS.

The incumbent represents and responds directly to the directions and intentions of the Program Manager and indirectly to the Vice-Chancellors, in all instances maintaining a consistent position as an advocate and exemplary steward of a multi-million dollar training program. As a representative of the VAAA, the incumbent will participate in intra-agency, inter-agency, and federal/corporate committees, task forces, panels, and work groups that focus on a wide array of training issues and initiatives involving data analysis on manpower studies, budget allocations, and reports related to professional acquisition training and career development programs.

Responsible for developing and disseminating information about the organization both to the public and internal customers/clients. Responsible for the design, development, implementation, and management and the coordination of information using web-based technology, Internet and Intranet, in addition to the more traditional mediums of communication. Develops and transmits informational materials to a variety of internal and eternal entities to enhance understanding of the Acquisition Intern School. Uses a variety of methods and techniques in achieving communications goals such as position papers, news releases, administrative materials, pamphlets, and other documents.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/22/2026.

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to some former Federal employees applying for reinstatement, as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. See the Required Document section below for more information regarding the SF-50s needed to verify time-in-grade.



You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:

• Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-12 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
  • Experience conducting management studies by gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to develop reports and briefings.
  • Experience collecting, managing, and evaluating performance and program data using tools such as SQL databases and Power BI to support organizational goals and metrics.
  • Experience applying analytical techniques to identify issues, assess programs, and recommend data-driven improvements.
  • Experience evaluating organizational problems and developing targeted communications and recommendations to improve operations.

• Must have 5+ years of experience working with Power BI and using data analytics tools to manipulate and present data to both peers and senior leaders.

• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Communications
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Database Management Systems
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Influencing/Negotiating
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reading Comprehension
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: Resume must include job title and employer name, number of hours worked per week, start and end dates (including month and year), list of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In addition, if the experience was a federal position, you must list series and grade for each position held. Failure to include this information may result in an ineligible rating. A full year of work is considered to be 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. However, the incumbent is required to travel periodically to gather information from field facilities, participate in other meetings and training as required, and provide expert assistance or advice to other Government Agencies as requested.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.


The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be found well qualified, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise leading complex management studies by independently designing data-collection methodologies, conducting advanced statistical analysis, and synthesizing findings into authoritative reports and briefings that inform senior-level decision-making.
• Demonstrated mastery in managing, integrating, and validating large-scale performance and program datasets using platforms such as SQL and Power BI to drive enterprise reporting, optimize organizational metrics, and support long-range strategic planning.
• Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive analytical and evaluative techniques to diagnose procedural or operational issues, assess organizational impact, and develop evidence-based solutions that advance mission objectives.
• Demonstrated skill in conducting multi-layered performance assessments, including monitoring participant progress in academic or acquisition programs, evaluating instructional effectiveness, and briefing leadership on actionable improvements.
• Demonstrated capability in developing and executing organization-wide communication strategies by tailoring information products to diverse audiences, crafting high-visibility materials, and enhancing stakeholder understanding of mission priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in identifying organizational risks, analyzing cross-functional problems, and producing high-quality recommendations that strengthen customer service, streamline communication pathways, and improve operational efficiency.

Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.


Local Commuting Area: The local commuting area for this position is defined as a radius of 50 miles from Frederick, MD . This includes all locations that fall within a 50-mile driving distance from 7485 New Horizon Way, Frederick, MD 21703.
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How you will be evaluated

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

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position.


Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.


A resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year, and indicates hours worked per week. If military or a civilian Federal employee, you must include your rank and/or grade. IMPORTANT NOTE: Only two (2) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the specialized experience. Additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letters, links to additional information) will not be reviewed. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We may not make assumptions regarding your experience. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials may result in your removal from consideration.


Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be contacted for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

Area of Consideration: Eligible applicants will be reviewed and referred in the following order:

• All current, permanent VA Employees in the Office of Acquisition and Logistics
• All other current, permanent VA employees
• All other applicants (if status)

Local Commuting Area: The local commuting area for this position is defined as a radius of 50 miles from Frederick, MD . This includes all locations that fall within a 50-mile driving distance from 7485 New Horizon Way, Frederick, MD 21703.


During the application process, you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.