PROGRAM ANALYST Job in South Burlington, VT

Vacancy No. VT-12756865-AF-25-20 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $68,671.00 to $89,269.00 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/9/2025 Close Date 7/16/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
South Burlington, VT


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Program Analyst, Position Description Number D2227000 and is part of the 158th Civil Engineer Squadron of the Vermont Air National Guard.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Area I: All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 Technicians. Area II: All Members of the Vermont Air National Guard.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the subject matter expert in managing the unit PRIME Base Engineer Emergency Forces (BEEF) and Mobility programs which includes civil engineering (CE) unit activities. This position develops concepts, procedures, and systems necessary to implement the unit PRIME BEEF and Mobility Programs to include Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) deployment/CE management.

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Plans, organizes, and manages the day-to-day activities of the civil engineer unit with regards to the PRIME BEEF and mobility programs for critical essential mission requirements. Manages deployment/contingency planning for mission accomplishments. Serves as the subject matter expert and consultant to the unit commander on all matters pertaining to the availability and management of CE administration and services, and PRIME BEEF and mobility programs impacting the unit. Develops goals and objectives and reviews and revises policies, procedures, mission objectives, and implements quality improvements. Plans work to be accomplished, set and adjusts priorities to meet organization and customer needs. Provides direction and advice regarding operating policies, procedures, and guidelines. Accomplishes CE administrative tasks. Evaluates requirements and balances organizational needs with overall mission requirements and available resources. Reviews available resources (i.e. personnel, equipment) and maximizes their use in support of the CES. Provides guidance on a range of operating and administrative issues. Identifies deficiencies and develops/implements plans for increasing mission readiness. Ensures the civil engineering unit meets requirements for wartime capability and/or AEF requirements. Identifies need for change in priorities and implements changes. Makes decisions on work issues and initiates necessary actions. Takes action to address and/or resolve daily operating problems/issues. Plans, efficiently organizes, and effectively manages the civil engineer administrative, PRIME BEEF, and mobility activities in compliance with guidance. Effectively manages resources to meets the needs of the organization and mission requirements. Provides accurate guidance on a range of operating and administrative issues and resolves daily operating problems/issues.

2. Manages the PRIME BEEF and Mobility programs for the CE unit. Evaluates the effectiveness of PRIME BEEF and mobility programs for the unit. Analyzes data and reports. Provides advice and technical guidance in all areas related to PRIME BEEF and Mobility. Reviews/approves and maintains a current file of PRIME BEEF and mobility plans. Prepares the unit for rapid deployment in support of plans for mobility, contingency, wartime operations, operations security, emergency response, support plans and programs, and exercises which provide training for unit members. Provides required support for all aspects of the Fire Protection Program to include O&M and RPA funding, equipment acquisition, equipment maintenance, protective clothing/devices, training aides, and PRIME BEEF and Mobility requirements. Analyzes the readiness capability of the unit through evaluation of training, equipment status, manning, and unit supervision. Reviews status of equipment and personnel assets for Status of Resource Training System (SORTS) reporting.

3. Procures, stores, and maintains mobility equipment and home station training equipment as required by specific Equipment and Supply Listing (ESL), and Allowance Source Codes (ASC). Manages unit deployable and home station equipment and supply program to include requisitions, inventories, turn-in and repair and maintenance of mobility equipment, tool kits, mobility bags, ammunition and home station training equipment. Directs and implements weapons, scheduled maintenance and serviceability checks of mobility equipment and Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) items IAW directives. Monitors host base supply documents to assure due-in equipment arrives in minimal time and that equipment complies with standards and descriptions of originally ordered items. Reviews and identifies changes in ESL to ensure equipment inventory is current and correct.

4. Performs work for the planning and management of the administrative budget and related financial documents. Develops projected financial requirements based on previous funding records, surveys of supervisors or program managers and knowledge of internal operational requirements (i.e., mandatory NG Technician or military training; equipment upgrades or maintenance needs, etc). Reviews and analyzes resource management, supply system, and general accounting system reports to monitor expenditures, correct discrepancies and revise requirements.
Compiles and submits financial data used in a variety of financial analyses reports.

**REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONIBILITIES

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for this position.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • *Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • *In order to be eligible, applicants must have a current military status. Prior service or non-prior service applicants are not eligible.
  • May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, an appropriate valid driver's license is mandatory.
  • May be required to wear special protective clothing such as coats, boots, vests, gas masks, and/or helmets and may be exposed to high levels of noise such as aircraft engines.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Vermont Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.

OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2
Area I:
All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Vermont National Guard members who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed.
Area II: All Members of the Vermont Air National Guard.

Military Grades: Enlisted Only

Minimum Qualification Requirements: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical, or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes, and principles of management. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: 24 Months experience, with at least 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education, or training which has provided application of practices, theories, techniques, and methods of management. Experience analyzing, interpreting, and developing policies and procedures of local management.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics:

-knowledge of civil engineering and fire protection methods and procedures.

-knowledge of CE Prime BEEF management and mobility programs, SORTS, Fire Protection, HAZMAT, Logistics, and associated programs.

-knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures, and skill in evaluating related operations.

-skill in oral and written communications to prepare and present briefings, coordinates planning efforts, and manages program activities.

-knowledge in Rapid Runway Repair (RRR), Bomb Damage Repair (BDR), and force bed down for wartime operations.

-Knowledge of clerical and administrative methods and procedures.



PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
-The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Please be advised:

1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicants RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.
4. If education or a degree is required as part of the "Specialized Experience", you must include transcripts.

DO NOT copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.

Education

There are no specific educational requirements for this position.

Additional information

Vermont Air National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent Military Technician. Applicants should contact the VTANG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies:

  1. Manages and Organizes Information
  2. Oral Communication
  3. Written Communication
  4. Planning and Evaluating

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Resume: Must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week and salary. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2. AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume:
All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form.

Other supporting documents (as applicable):

  • For current Federal employees:Latest SF 50, Personnel Action.
Helpful Hints for Applying:

- Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
- Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
- Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
- Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.

If you are using education to qualify for this position OR education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, YOU MUST submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received. Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice. You must submit transcripts when required. Photocopies are acceptable.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Nathan Brimmer
Address
158th Civil Engineer Squadron Command
30 Falcon Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.