PROGRAM ANALYST

PROGRAM ANALYST

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Alexandria, Virginia

Salary Range: $121785 - $187093 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for providing advice, analysis, and recommendations, matters related to the development of the DHRA program review, POM, the development of issue papers, estimating savings related to efficiencies efforts, and guiding the implementation of process improvement initiatives. GS-13: $121,785 - $158,322. GS-14: $143,913 - $187,093

Major Duties:

• As a PROGRAM ANALYST at the GS-0343-13/14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Analyzing, advising and overseeing the development, integration, and submission of DHRA's program review, program objective memorandum (POM), and issue papers ensuring strategic alignment with the priorities and goals of the Director, and Deputy Director, DHRA. Supporting the strategic priorities and goals of the Director, and Deputy Director, DHRA, and DHRA Program leadership. Coordinating and integrating OSD and DHRA policies and guidance which affect his/her assigned DHRA Programs and recommends changes, expansion, or revision as needed. Conducting strategically informed reviews of organizational issues across the DHRA enterprise involving requirements development and prioritization, planning, financial management, human resources, acquisition, logistics, information technology, legal review and policy considerations; identifying deficiencies; evaluating solutions; providing guidance and recommending courses of action. Reviewing, analyzing, and integrating requirements upon which recommendations are made with respect to continuing, expanding, reducing, or eliminating various programs and/or capabilities at resourcing decision points within the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) cycle. Working closely and collaboratively within the DHRA Comptroller Office on determining funding controls across the enterprise for specific programs or requirements. Serving as a representative at staff briefings and working groups, or on special committees to furnish advice and guidance and keep the DHRA Leadership, other Government officials, officials of private industry, and serviced activities informed of changes, mission impact, implementing issuances, and authority to enact policy change.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Assessing, analyzing, evaluating and recommending the development of program requirements affecting multiple complex programs in support of the Planning, Programming, Budget, & Execution (PPBE) process. Performing special studies, reviews, and leading working groups to derive savings for higher priority requirements. Using automated tools to perform data analysis and make recommendations to prioritize requirements. You may qualify at the GS-13, if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Assisting with performing data analysis of program review and evaluation. Identifying areas for review and inefficiencies for remedy through data collection and study results. Interpreting higher-level guidance to develop and draft organizational instructions, standard operating procedures, and desk guides for program review and POM development. 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; religious; 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.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12904541. Review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-03-22