*Junior Program Analyst*

The Tatitlek Corporation; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Junior Program Analyst in Dahlgren, Virginia. This role involves assisting program leaders in assessing potential issues and monitoring project completion metrics. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business Administration or a related field, and at least 4 years of professional experience, particularly in project management environments.

Responsibilities include tracking costs and schedules, preparing variance reports, and communicating progress with leadership. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Technical Management, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a professional work environment.
• Understanding of project coordination principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist program leaders in identifying potential issues.
• Track cost, schedule, and percent completion for tasks.
• Prepare cost vs. schedule variance reports.
• Communicate project progress to leadership.
• Adjust schedules and targets as necessary.

Skills

Data analysis

Cost estimation

Technical writing

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Overview

**This position is contingent upon Contract Award**

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY

The Junior Program Analyst will work directly with the Government personnel in meeting the program analyst needs of the project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists program leaders as they scan the business environment to identify potential issues that may impact the quality of services, interfere with the organization's ability to manage its risks, and/or create opportunities to address these issues more effectively.
• Tracks cost, schedule, and percent completion for assigned task orders.
• Monitors burn rates against budgetary expectations.
• Prepares cost vs. schedule variance reports for each task order and informs management and the Government when budget exceeds 75%, 90%, 100% of allocated funds, or upon reaching other thresholds as required.
• Creates initial task order entry into the task order tracking module of TEBS.
• Archives entries upon task order completion.
• Creates long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adheres to deadlines.
• Makes effective recommendations when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project.
• Serves as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy.
• Communicates with leadership on progress of project.
• Adjusts schedules and targets on the project as needs or budgets change.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE

• BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Technical Management, or a related field from an accredited college or equivalent experience.
• At least 4 years of experience performing assignments in a professional work environment.
• Understanding of project coordination principles.
• Demonstrated data analysis skills, with the ability to gather, organize, and interpret data from various sources following prescribed methods.
• Proficiency in developing cost estimates and performing basic financial calculations under supervision.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely using established templates.
• Familiarity with test planning and reporting processes.
• Demonstrated statistical analysis skills, with the ability to compile and interpret data using basic office software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills to effectively support the T&E team under supervision.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with T&E teams.
• Prior experience working in a project management or program support role within a military or government environment preferred.
• Experience supporting T&E environments preferred.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is typically performed in a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May require lifting up to 25 pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or age. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.