Management & Program Analyst (Disaster Recovery) (Public Notice Flyer) Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. EDA-ORA-25-12611024-PNF Department Economic Development Administration
Salary $99,200.00 to $153,354.00 Grade 12 to 13
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 11/21/2024 Close Date 12/5/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

This vacancy is for a Management & Program Analyst (Disaster Recovery) (Public Notice Flyer) in the Economic Development Administration within the Department of Commerce, located in Washington, D.C.

This position is located at the Economic Development Administration, Office of Regional Affairs, Division of Economic Development Integration and Disaster Recovery.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

All United States citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States.

Duties

As a Management & Program Analyst (Disaster Recovery) (Public Notice Flyer), you will:

Disaster Recovery Program and Policy Management:

  • Provide program and analytical support to EDA's Division of Economic Development Integration and Disaster Recovery (EDI-DR).
  • Prepare Economic Recovery Support Function (ERSF) and other disaster-related training materials for EDA and other federal staff for approval.
  • Review ERSF mission assignment deliverables and lessons learned to facilitate continuous improvement.
  • Research and documents disaster recovery and resilience best practices to inform EDA resilience strategies and activities.
  • With oversight by the supervisor, develop and maintain EDA disaster recovery reporting products, dashboards, presentations and talking points, as needed, for DOC and EDA leadership. Analyze management information requirements to develop or operate program or administrative reporting systems.
  • Develop and recommend reporting approaches that better meet higher level management information needs, identifying the data required for use in the management and direction of programs.
Economic Recovery Support Function (ERSF) Procurement and Financial Management:
  • Serve as the Contract Officer Representative (COR) to facilitate EDA's utilization of contractors for Disaster Recovery Missions by coordinating and providing contracting packages, such as Statement of Work (SOWs), Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), Sole Source Justifications (SSJs), and contracting documentation acquisition office.
  • Assist the Contracting Officer in the pre-award and post-award phases of procurement processes, including preparing solicitations and evaluating contract proposals in keeping with the terms and conditions of EDA's Disaster Recovery Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
  • Provide technical direction to contract in accordance with the contract terms. This may involve clarying technical requirements, reviewing proposed changes, and assisting contractors in understanding complex contract elements.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records, including inspection reports, meeting minutes, and communication logs, to document contractor performance. These records are used to provide feedback to the contracting officer and may serve as evidence during contract disputes or performance evaluations.

This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Management & Program Analyst (Disaster Recovery) (Public Notice Flyer) GS-0343-12/13 GS-13 positions within the Economic Development Administration in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
  • You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs.
  • A probationary/trial period may be required.
  • Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/)
  • If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
  • All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
  • License required: No
  • Pre-employment physical required: No
  • Bargaining Unit Position: Yes
  • Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): No
  • Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: will not be paid

Qualifications

Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.

Desired candidates will possess a FAC-COR Level II certification along with the below qualifying experience.

To qualify at the GS-12 level: You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience:

  • With disaster recovery, climate resilience, and/or community economic development; and
  • Providing technical assistance and guidance to contractors and program officials (project deliverables, quality standards, and contract modifications); and
  • Providing analytical and evaluation techniques to measure/improve program effectiveness/organizational productivity.

To qualify at the GS-13 level: You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience:

  • With disaster recovery, climate resilience, and/or community economic development; and
  • Providing technical assistance and guidance to contractors and program officials (project deliverables, quality standards, and contract modifications); and
  • Advising and developing recommendations on issues or problems; and
  • Providing analytical and evaluation techniques to measure/improve program effectiveness/organizational productivity.

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.

Education

There is no positive education requirement for this position.

Additional information

Background Investigation: This position is designated as Non-sensitive/Low Risk and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish security eligibility. Please note this position is being filled under Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023 (Disaster 23) . Employees will be hired under Disaster 23 Hiring Authority as a Schedule A employee under the Excepted Service for a period not-to-exceed two (2) years.

Please submit a detailed resume (federal government format) and cover letter to EDACareer@eda.gov. The subject line of the email should specify:

  • That this is a Disaster 23 position;
  • title of position;
  • geographic location of the employment opportunity Washington DC Office

Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.

Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.

Signature: Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.

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.

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.

See 'Qualifications' Section.

The competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:

  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Technical Competence
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Planning and Evaluating
  • Organizational Awareness

Required Documents

See 'How to Apply' Section.

How to Apply

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING RESUMES AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

All resumes and supporting documentation should be submitted to: EDACAREER@EDA.GOV and include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week. You must submit college transcripts, as applicable.

Please submit a detailed resume (federal government format) and cover letter to EDACareer@eda.gov. The subject line of the email should specify:

  • That this is a Disaster 23 position;
  • title of position - Management and Program Analyst (Disaster Recovery)
  • geographic location of the employment opportunity - Washington, DC

Administrative positions are located in EDA Headquarters, Washington, DC. For Administrative positions that are not listed below (i.e. human resources, policy, procurement, etc.), subject line of the email should read as: Management and Program Analyst(enter respective function, i.e. policy).

How to write a federal resume: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/how-to-write-a-federal-resume

Agency contact information

Kimberly Trimble
Address
Economic Development Administration
1401 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20230
US
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Next steps

Once your application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility. You will only be contacted if you are found eligible and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the final selection(s).

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