Clarification from the agency

This position(s) is open to Department of Energy employees currently assigned to the Office of Environmental Management, the Office of Workforce Management (EM-5.13) in the competitive service, currently on a career or career-conditional appointment.

As a Supervisory Management and Program Analyst, you will:

• Oversee and provide technical assistance for workforce management policy development and implementation across various Department of Energy (DOE) Environmental Management (EM) programs and field sites.
• Identify and address deficiencies in workforce knowledge, skills, and abilities, and develops plans for training and development needs.
• Develop and implement strategic human capital models and initiatives to enhance the performance capacity of the EM organization.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to EM leadership on complex workforce management programs, policies, and operational activities.
• Supervise staff, foster an effective work environment, and manage the quality and timely delivery of work products.
• Serve as a recognized expert and liaison for workforce management, representing EM in working groups, with external stakeholders, and across various government and national organizations.

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.
• If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is not remote, the selectee will be expected to report to the duty station(s) listed. If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Situational telework may be approved at the discretion of the supervisor.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Unit.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
• New supervisors/managers are required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• New supervisors are required to complete 80 hours of supervisory training of which 40 hours must be completed during your first year as a supervisor.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience

A qualified candidate's online resume and personnel records must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the 3 of the following:

1. Assisting in the preparation of strategic plans, human capital, performance metrics, or administrative reports for management decision making.
2. Gathering and presenting program related data that identifies trends and recommendations to management.
3. Communicating workforce strategies and policies with stakeholders to provide program information or inquiries.

"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.


Time-in-Grade: Employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to submit a resume and responses to the questionnaire which support the stated eligibility, qualification, and competency requirements, before the vacancy closes, may result in a determination of 'ineligible', or 'not qualified'.

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.

Minimum Qualifications: Once the application process is complete, the Human Resources Offices or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will review the first two pages of your resume and supporting documentation to determine whether you meet the minimum job qualifications.

Structured Resume Review: After it has been determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, Human Resources Offices or Subject matter experts (SMEs) may review the first two pages of your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required competencies. Additional documentation (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume) may not be considered.


Once the announcement closes, we will conduct a review of your application package to verify your eligibility and qualifications. If you are found qualified, your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process.

Merit Promotion Procedures: Category Rating "like" procedures will be used to evaluate candidates; the categories are "Best Qualified" and "Qualified." The HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will conduct a review of your resume and place you in the appropriate quality category. Due weight will also be given, when applicable, for performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 CFR § 335.103(b)(3). At least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating for the most recently completed rating cycle is required to receive consideration. You must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date.

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

• Accountability
• Data Analysis
• Planning and Evaluating
• Strategic Thinking

Non-competitive Procedures: Your resume will not be evaluated against the rating and ranking criteria. If it is determined you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements, you will be referred for consideration.

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) candidates who meet the Qualified criteria must receive priority placement before any other competitive candidate(s) can be considered.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date ( 03/16/2026) of this announcement.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12907032.

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

• Your two (2) pageRESUME 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).
• 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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