PROGRAM ANALYST (Title 5)
Purpose of this position is to plan, analyze and/ or evaluate the effectiveness of line or operating programs. Conducts studies of work processes and procedures. Identifies problems, reviews production standards, and makes tentative recommendations for problem resolution. Independently evaluates the effectiveness of substantive unit programs and processes in meeting their established goals and objectives. Analyzes evaluation results on both a quantitative and qualitative basis to provide concise and objective information to identify accountability strengths and weaknesses. Develops recommendations to correct deficiencies or suggest program or process improvements for the organization. Plans and designs procedures to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Reviews reports and studies to ensure that user requirements are met and appropriate rules and regulations are utilized. Evaluates unit and organizational effectiveness. Develops and administers a system of reviews, management controls, evaluations, and checklists designed to ensure conformance with law and regulations. The employee plans, coordinates, and carries out the successive steps in fact-finding and analysis of issues necessary to complete each phase of assigned projects. Using standardized and locally developed evaluation programs and processes, management principles, organizational theory, and techniques of analysis and evaluation, plans and accomplishes scheduled evaluations. Analytical methods contained in applicable regulations and guidelines are not always applicable to specific work; Incumbent adapts methods to meet needs of the specific situation. Assists in the development of directives and the design, development, documentation, and implementation of various reporting systems. Develops processes, management, administrative, and technical evaluation plans for implementation by supervisors/managers. Notes deficiencies, identifies necessary resources, and recommends corrective action. Reviews workload requirements to ascertain areas where procedures can be combined, distributed, or simplified to increase productivity, efficiency, or effectiveness and is able to utilize centralized planning and decentralized execution of mission objectives. Recommends internal reporting and status tracking procedures to ensure adequate control in terms of deadlines, progress reports, and follow-up reports. Manages the evaluation program to ensure required actions are tracked and completed. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Mustpossess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-0343-07 grade level which has equipped you with the particular competencies needed to successfully perform the duties of this position such as planning, analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of line or operating programs. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION:
Must possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations and directives as well as organizational specific directives, programs, and missions to understand their impact on programs. Knowledge of management analysis techniques to identify, consider, and resolve issues or problems. Knowledge of operating guidelines governing administrative programs to help initiate program changes. Skill in briefing managers and in communicating tentative recommendations regarding efficiency in program operations.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Experience:
Mustpossess at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-0343-07 grade level which has equipped you with the particular competencies needed to successfully perform the duties of this position such as planning, analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of line or operating programs. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION:
Must possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations and directives as well as organizational specific directives, programs, and missions to understand their impact on programs. Knowledge of management analysis techniques to identify, consider, and resolve issues or problems. Knowledge of operating guidelines governing administrative programs to help initiate program changes. Skill in briefing managers and in communicating tentative recommendations regarding efficiency in program operations.
- Department:
0343 Management And Program Analysis - Salary Range:
$52,905 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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