Program Management Analyst

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We are currently recruiting forPeace Corps/VISTA Americorps Volunteersfor Program/Management Analyst throughout various GSA’s offices and business lines:
Locations: Atlanta, GA, Auburn, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Fort Worth, TX, Kansas City, MO, Lakewood, CO, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA, and Washington, DC,
Overview
Open & closing dates Opening and closing dates 02/21/2022 to 07/30/2022
Salary $44,740 - $87,395 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 07 - 09
Locations FEW vacancies in the following locations:
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
Lakewood, CO
Lakewood, CO
Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, MO
New York, NY
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Auburn, WA
Auburn, WA
Telework eligible Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Job family (Series) 0343 Management And Program Analysis
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Other
Drug test No
Announcement number 22NRCA043KE-343PCASF
Control number 637805700
This job is open to
Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
Clarification from the agency Vacancy is open to Peace Corps/VISTA Americorps Volunteers and current or former Peace Corp Volunteers.
Duties At GSA, our Program/Management Analyst will have the chance to perform a wide variety of analytical assignments in the form of projects, research, and other initiatives that impact a large variety of GSA’s diversified programs. Work in this field will include: research and investigation of new and improved business and management practices which include the following:
Analyzing the issues in the assignment, then selecting and applying accepted analytical techniques such as task analysis, work simplification, work-flow charts, workload measurement and management and organizational practices to determine the most effective methodology needed to meet program goals and milestones;
Using qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to research and gather narrative and/or statistical information and applicable work methods and procedures to meet deadlines and carry out the successive steps in fact-finding and analysis of issues necessary to complete each phase of assigned work/projects; and
Preparing and delivering briefings to management and/or senior staff employee(s) on study findings and recommendations
Requirements Conditions of Employment
Males born after 12/31/1959 must have registered with the Selective Service
U.S. Citizenship or National
Apply online (See How to Apply section.)
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 45 days. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy.
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
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.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level)
Qualifications
NOTE: 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).
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.

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Please Note- The salary listed in this announcement is based on the Washington DC locality pay scale, if the position is filled in another locality pay area, the corresponding pay table would be used. The locality pay for each geographic area: 2022 OPM General Schedule Pay Tables.
GS-7 level - The GS-07 salary range starts at $50,643.00 per year. Generally, first time appointees to Federal civilian service have their salary set at the beginning rate of the grade for which they are selected; unless prior approval has been received to adjust the salary based on superior qualifications of the applicant. Salary will be based upon location where your are selected.
Specialized Experience : Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience gathering data and applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identify and resolve issues/problems relating to business and management practices and procedures, organizational structure, and/or work processes; compiling and presenting data orally and/or in writing; and interpreting and applying regulations and/or policies.
Completed all the requirements for a Bachelor`s degree from an accredited college or university in a major field plus meet the Superior Academic Achievement provision. Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the baccalaureate level is fully qualifying at the GS-7 level. For information on what constitutes SSA, refer to Section 4-F at the following OPM Website: General Policies
Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the baccalaureate level is fully qualifying at the GS-7 level. To claim SAA, submit documentation of one of the following:

1. Class standing -- You must be in the upper third of your graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.

2. Grade-point average (rounded to one decimal point) of:
3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (B or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum; or
3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (B or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during your final 2 years of the curriculum.
3. Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society in one of the national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies.
Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: ****Combination of Education & Specialized Experience: Applicants must have a combination of graduate level education (beyond the Bachelor's Degree) and specialized experience (as described above) that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.
GS-9 level - The GS-09 salary range starts at $61,947.00 per year. Generally, first time appointees to Federal civilian service have their salary set at the beginning rate of the grade for which they are selected; unless prior approval has been received to adjust the salary based on superior qualifications of the applicant. Salary will be based upon location where your are selected.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience in research and investigation of new and improved business and management practices which included the following: assisting in conducting studies of statistical, descriptive, or evaluative information, materials, and data; assisting in the preparation and delivery of briefings to management and/or senior staff employees on study findings and recommendations.
EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree such as LL.B., J.D., or 2 academic years of progressively higher level graduate education in a related field.
OR
A combination of specialized experience and graduate level education as described in A and B above that, when combined, fulfills the requirements.
Additional information
Bargaining Unit status: Varies based on location selected
GSA has approved the extension of the non-competitive eligibility period to the maximum length possible of 3 years for those Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and Peace Corps Response Volunteers who were impacted by COVID-19 and repatriated in the early months of 2020.
If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.

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

If you are selected, you will participate in a developmental program. You will be given assignments and training to prepare you to be successful in the position.

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

All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring your, or for firing you after you begin work.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits
What We Offer:
Orientation designed to help you transition to your new career
Mentoring
Team-building activities
Technical training
On-going professional development opportunities
Opportunity for rapid advancement, including potential annual promotions while in your learning stages
In addition you will receive a wide array of benefits, including:
Multiple health insurance plans & life insurance
Vacation, sick leave & 11 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules and the opportunity to telework periodically, dependent on mission needs
A monthly transit subsidy
An outstanding retirement plan
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be reviewed to determine whether you have: (a) demonstrated you meet the qualifications for the position; and (b) provided all of the required documentation for consideration.

Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits
What We Offer:
Orientation designed to help you transition to your new career
Mentoring
Team-building activities
Technical training
On-going professional development opportunities
Opportunity for rapid advancement, including potential annual promotions while in your learning stages
In addition you will receive a wide array of benefits, including:
Multiple health insurance plans & life insurance
Vacation, sick leave & 11 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules and the opportunity to telework periodically, dependent on mission needs
A monthly transit subsidy
An outstanding retirement plan
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
If you are claiming veterans’ preference:

(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:

(1) completed SF-15
form; and
(2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15
for complete list).

If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).

If you are a former Peace Corp or VISTA volunteer:
Submit your Description of Service.

College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
Superior Academic Achievement: Submit transcripts as described above. If you qualify based on your class rank or honor society membership, submit documentation of it.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job
.

To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the USAJOBS link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the ****
****
Email ****
Address
GSA-Multiple Departments
General Services Administration

National Recruitment Center

2300 Main St. 2FL 2NW
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
United States
Learn more about this agency
Next steps After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Reasonable accommodation policy
Financial suitability
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
Signature and false statements
Privacy Act
Social security number request
Required Documents
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
If you are claiming veterans’ preference:

(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:

(1) completed SF-15
form; and
(2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15
for complete list).

If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).

If you are a former Peace Corp or VISTA volunteer:
Submit your Description of Service.

College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
Superior Academic Achievement: Submit transcripts as described above. If you qualify based on your class rank or honor society membership, submit documentation of it.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job
.

To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the USAJOBS link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the ****
****
Email ****
Address
GSA-Multiple Departments
General Services Administration

National Recruitment Center

2300 Main St. 2FL 2NW
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
United States
Learn more about this agency
Next steps After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Reasonable accommodation policy
Financial suitability
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
Signature and false statements
Privacy Act
Social security number request
Overview
Open & closing dates Opening and closing dates 02/21/2022 to 07/30/2022
Salary $44,740 - $87,395 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 07 - 09
Locations FEW vacancies in the following locations:
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
Lakewood, CO
Lakewood, CO
Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, MO
New York, NY
New York, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Auburn, WA
Auburn, WA
Telework eligible Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Job family (Series) 0343 Management And Program Analysis
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Other
Drug test No
Announcement number 22NRCA043KE-343PCASF
Control number 637805700
Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.
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