Department of Defense

PROGRAM ANALYST (TRAVEL PROGRAMS)

Alexandria, Virginia Full time

PROGRAM ANALYST (TRAVEL PROGRAMS)

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Alexandria, Virginia

Salary Range: $121785 - $158322 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for for researching and investigating new or improved business and management practices for application to DoW travel programs or processes, notably for DTS. Analyzes management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems. Prepares and provides information and metrics related to travel system functional requirements.

Major Duties:

  • As a PROGRAM ANALYST (TRAVEL PROGRAMS) at the GS-0343-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Analyzes travel-related business processes, management requirements, and system operations to research, recommend, and implement improvements, cost reductions, and corrective actions. Serves as the lead tester for the Defense Travel System (DTS), developing test plans, verifying new functionality, and leading special projects to resolve system problem reports and address data analysis mandates. Analyzes and evaluates the end-to-end operation of enterprise-wide travel systems, ensuring their effectiveness, quality, and progress in providing streamlined processes from user logon to final transaction archiving. Prepares and provides critical data, metrics, and informational packages related to travel system functional requirements for submission to senior leadership. Acts as a subject matter expert, representing the branch and division on various committees and working groups to provide analysis and recommend courses of action on enterprise-wide travel systems.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness and/or organizational productivity. Comprehensive knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies governing DoD passenger travel to include the Joint Travel Regulations and the Financial Management Regulations, to effectively oversee the sustainment or implementation of DoD travel systems. Expert knowledge and the ability to extrapolate information from questionable or incomplete data, validate analytical conclusions, and integrate contributions from other analysts and/or subject matter experts to prepare analytical products and provide timely analysis to support ongoing or new travel support to the Departmental efforts through the Branch and Division chiefs. Representing the organization with other professional organizations in seminars and conferences. 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/12895569. 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: 2026-03-11