Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM ANALYST-TITLE 5, Position Description Number PDT5615P01 and is part of the KY USPFO, National Guard.
This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Clarification from the agency
Open to:
Area 1A-All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Army National Guard (T5, with permanent, conditional or indefinite tenure)
Duties
As a PROGRAM ANALYST-TITLE 5, GS-0343-9, you will develop plans and procedures for validating unit/activity accountability and inventory certifications. Evaluate the effectiveness of unit programs and processes in meeting their established goals and objectives. Develop and administer a system of reviews, management controls, evaluations, and checklists designed to ensure conformance with law and regulations. Plan, coordinate, and execute steps in fact-finding and analysis of issues necessary to complete each phase of assigned projects. Plan and accomplish evaluations using evaluation programs and processes, management principles, organizational theory, and techniques of analysis and evaluation. Review audits and reports to determine accountability trends to develop scope of review and recommendations to improve processes and corrective actions. Measure progress, efficiency, and trends impacting the effectiveness of the organization to meet the organizational goals and objectives. Perform inventories of unit equipment and supplies and analyzes requisition data to determine causes of any discrepancies. Develop cost analysis of financial impact regarding accountability, equipment and supply damage, adequacy of storage, physical security and loss of federal supplies and equipment. Provides leadership with assessments of the unit's ability to conduct unit logistics operations and account for federal property. Develop processes, management, administrative, and technical evaluation plans for implementation by supervisors/managers. Note deficiencies, identify necessary resources, and recommend corrective action. Recommend internal reporting and status tracking procedures to ensure adequate control in terms of deadlines, progress reports, and follow-up reports. Responsible for on the spot corrective assistance and guidance to unit/activity personnel during the conduct of the evaluation/review. Coordinate with other logistics sections within the USPFO and JFHQ to resolve technical problems concerning supply and equipment authorizations and accountability. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDT5615P01 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program Retained Grade category are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents Section)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
May be subject to furlough actions.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
This position is located on a tobacco free facility.
Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
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.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 1 year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level through federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the knowledge and experience in organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience analyzing, interpreting and developing policies and procedures of local management. Experience with resource management programs, fiscal law, budgeting and accounting procedures. Experience reviewing, analyzing, and resolving conflicts between local and higher regulations and the division to ensure they meet regulatory requirements. Experience properly identifying, maintaining, and protecting official records.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume
must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk)
Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do
NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will
NOT be considered.
Education
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: To qualify for GS-0343 Title 5 Excepted Service positions, on the basis of completed graduate education listed below.
Master's or equivalent graduate degree
-OR-
2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
-OR-
Combination of Education and Experience: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must combine education in excess of a 1 full year of graduate level education with specialized experience that equals 100% of the qualification requirements.
To receive credit for education, you must provide OFFICIAL transcripts for validation.
Additional information
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 (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
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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.
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 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 qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Planning and Evaluating, Reasoning, and Self-Management
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
If applicable:
- Official transcripts to validate education substitution for required experience
- If currently employed by the federal government, include a copy of your latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action
If applying as a Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Candidate, you must include:
- DD 3145-1 Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist
- Notification Letter (RIF or Classification Downgrade)
- SF-50 reflecting your Change to Lower Grade
How to Apply
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 (http://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: http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
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.