Supervisory Program Analyst Job

Vacancy No. 25-12783313 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $121,000.00 to $156,000.00 Grade 5 to 5
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/25/2025 Close Date 9/8/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Washington, DCMillington, TN


Summary

This position is assigned to Child and Youth Programs; Fleet and Family Readiness Division (N9); Fleet Readiness Division (N92); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Washington, DC and functions as the Supervisory Child and Youth Programs (CYP) Analyst for the Child Care Suitability Office (CSO).


Duties

General Management duties include but are not limited to:

  • Plans, coordinates, organizes, and implements programs designed to enhance the effective use of total resources within childcare suitability processes. Program elements include responsibilities for administrative and managerial functions of organization, personnel management programming, facility management, budgeting, financial management and analysis, procurement, internal controls and information management systems.
  • Serves as the subject matter expert for background checks and childcare suitability processes for CNIC N926/N92/N9, Regional Commanders, Commanding Officers, and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)/CYP Program Management, as well as all other Navy organizations whose personnel have on-going direct contact with children.
  • Develops and disseminates information on new procedures and follows through to ensure recommendations are accepted, understood and carried through.
  • Represents CNIC and actively participates in meetings and conferences covering the Navy's child care suitability processes and procedures.
  • Serves as the CNIC point of contact and/or chairs/co-chairs working groups with representatives of higher echelons within the Department of the Navy (DON), Department of Defense (DoD), and civilian community, as appointed by the CYP Business Manager (N926A). These working groups deal with complex program functions that require substantial research to develop new approaches to the way child care background checks and suitability is processed.
  • Conducts inspections of background checks and suitability processes, individually or in conjunction with required ongoing headquarters inspection as required or requested. Recommends appropriate corrective actions.
  • Conducts field assist visits to CNIC activities and attends meetings, working groups and conferences.
  • Represents CNIC for the CYP Integrated Process Team (IPT) for background checks and as such, develops standards, metrics, and processes for Navy-wide implementation.
  • Ensures background check process is documented and files are audit ready to ensure requirements for National program accreditation are maintained and programs are in compliance with the Military Childcare Act and other applicable laws and policies.
  • Makes recommendations on proposed legislative changes and incorporates approved legislative changes to CNIC program guidelines and processes.
  • Prepares CSO budgets and cost estimates for projects and enhancements to systems.
  • Articulates the CNIC position and resolves issues through discussions with senior military and civilian personnel (06/GS-15 and above) from agencies such as Government Accountability Office (GAO), Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), Department of Transportation/United States Coast Guard (DOT/USCG), Department of Justice (DOJ), United States Army (USA), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Marine Corps (USMC), Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), Secretary of Defense (SECDEF), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), etc.
Supervisory duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
  • Provides administrative and/or technical supervision (e.g., hiring, discipline, evaluation, training) for:
    • Program Analysts, NF-0343-05
    • Security Managers, NF-0080-05
    • Security Officers, NF-0080-04
  • Directs work to be accomplished by staff.
  • Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
  • Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
  • Participates in making staffing decisions.
  • Ensures staff receive proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
  • Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:
  • Five years of specialized experience with the Department of Defense (DOD) and/or Department of the Navy (DON) Child and Youth Programs performing background checks or working with the suitability processes
  • Knowledge of the concepts of program management, requirement determination, policy development, evaluative and analytical processes, and program implementation.
  • Knowledge of the Navy operational organizational structure, chain of command protocol and funding, particularly as it relates to the childcare suitability process.
  • Knowledge and understanding of DoD/DON philosophy, goals, vision, policy and programs.
  • Knowledge of Shore Installation Management (region and installation) products and services, functions, organizations, policies, resources and analytical evaluative processes.
  • Skill in developing, organizing and conducting executive studies through team efforts. This includes processes to develop, evaluate, and defend programs to higher levels in DoD, DON and Congress.
  • Knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations and the process used to effect change including evaluating the content of new or modified legislation for impact to CNIC area of responsibility (AOR) and translating legislation into program goals and implementation.
  • Knowledge of pertinent background check laws and regulations and experience in translating legislation to execution through process changes impacting CNIC and AOR.
  • Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or improvement of complex management processes and systems, which have an impact on CNIC/DON/CYP program goals and objectives.
  • Knowledge and experience in oral and written briefing skills, techniques and formats for effective communication to flag level positions.
  • Knowledge of personnel management rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing military personnel, civil service employees, non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees and contractors who work within DoD.
  • Knowledge of research methodology, information retrieval, and data organization for analysis, decision making, and formulation of recommendations. Research methods include interviews, focus groups, working groups, surveys, and data search.
  • Knowledge of EEO program policy, goals, and implementation methods involving decentralized and diverse program operations.
  • Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
  • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
  • Ability to perform the full-range of supervisory duties.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/08/2025 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.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12783313

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request tousn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-hrinquiries@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNIC NAF HRO
Address
CNIC HQ
5720 Integrity Drive, Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.


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


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