Clarification from the agency

U.S. citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

As a Management and Program Analyst, you will:

• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of government programs and operations within a DOE Program Office, or a key segment of a broader program, providing technical advice and identifying analytical techniques to achieve mission goals and optimum management strategy.
• Analyze alternatives to identify potential resolutions to problems and advise on resource distribution, staffing, and automation benefits to improve administrative support or program operations.
• Evaluate and advise on the organization, methods, and procedures for administrative support systems.
• Analyze management information requirements to develop or operate reporting systems, maintain and integrate programming data, and review policies and regulations to determine their impact on local operations, recommending reporting approaches to meet management needs.
• Identify needs and develop recommendations to modify administrative policies and processes for program management and direction, and develop data for new organizational requirements.
• Support the development of management and program evaluation plans, monitor administrative control systems to prevent waste or misappropriation, and analyze audit and investigative reports to recommend corrective actions.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
• Subject to the appropriate background investigation to determine suitability or fitness for federal employment. Continued employment is contingent upon favorable adjudications of periodic reinvestigations, if applicable.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS GS-11: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

• Experience performing analyses of programs or operations to assess their effectiveness and efficiency, identify problems, and propose solutions. This includes gathering and interpreting data, identifying trends, and presenting findings to inform management decisions.
• Experience contributing to the development, modification, or implementation of administrative or programmatic policies, procedures, or reporting systems. This involves understanding operational needs, translating them into actionable plans, and evaluating their impact.
• Experience formulating and communicating clear, data-driven advice and recommendations to managers or decision-makers on administrative or programmatic issues. This includes preparing reports, presentations, or other communications that influence operational improvements or strategic planning.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS GS-12: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

• Experience applying analytical and evaluative methods to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of programs or projects, identifying significant factors, and developing actionable recommendations for management. This includes interpreting performance data, identifying trends, and proposing solutions to complex operational challenges.
• Experience leading the development, modification, or implementation of management information systems, administrative reporting tools, or procedural guidelines. This involves interpreting policies and regulations, identifying data requirements, and ensuring systems meet organizational objectives and compliance standards.
• Experience preparing and presenting comprehensive reports, briefings, or other communications to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and external partners. This involves clearly articulating complex analytical findings, justifying recommendations, and using persuasive communication to gain support for proposed changes or initiatives.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Management and Program Analyst positions in the 0343 series. Under the DHA, applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement will be referred for consideration. Veteran's Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply under the DHA process.

Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).

Successful candidates will possess the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Oral Communication
• Planning and Evaluating
• Problem Solving
• Written Communication

Career Transition Assistance Programs: If you are eligible for career transition assistance, such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements to be referred for consideration.

Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (06/03/2026) of this announcement.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12967147

To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:

• Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
• Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
• Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
• Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Do not provide photos or list a Social Security Number or date of birth on any attachment.

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