Management and Program Analyst (Student Eligibility).

Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA); Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA) in the United States seeks a qualified professional to write and interpret Federal policy for the eligibility program and to conduct compliance reviews. The role includes acting as a technical FOIA advisor to the Chief of Staff and analyzing regional trends to determine resource needs.

The position requires assessing eligibility operations, maintaining records accountability, and identifying opportunities for training and process improvements within a

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience managing enrollment and eligibility, interpreting federal laws and regulations.
• Evaluating efficiency and effectiveness of eligibility program operations.
• Monitoring force structure changes and their impact on schools.
• Experience working within federal service grade structures (GS).

Responsibilities

• Write and interpret Federal policy on the implementation of the eligibility program.
• Conduct compliance checks and recommend corrective action plans.
• Maintain accountability of registration records and eligibility determinations.
• Serve as technical advisor to the Chief of Staff on FOIA requests pertaining to the Department of War.
• Analyze regional resource program trends to identify resource requirements.
• Review eligibility program for efficiency and effectiveness to identify training.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Compliance

FOIA knowledge

Record management

Job description

• Write and interpret Federal policy on the implementation of the eligibility program.
• Conduct compliance checks and recommend corrective action plans.
• Maintain accountability of registration records and eligibility determinations.
• Serve as technical advisor to the Chief of Staff on matters relating to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests submitted by or pertaining to the Department of War.
• Analyze significant regional resource program trends and issues to identify resource requirements.
• Review eligibility program for efficiency and effectiveness to identify and provide training.

Duties

• Write and interpret Federal policy on the implementation of the eligibility program.
• Conduct compliance checks and recommend corrective action plans.
• Maintain accountability of registration records and eligibility determinations.
• Serve as technical advisor to the Chief of Staff on matters relating to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests submitted by or pertaining to the Department of War.
• Analyze significant regional resource program trends and issues to identify resource requirements.
• Review eligibility program for efficiency and effectiveness to identify and provide training.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• One year trial or probationary period may be required.
• Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.
• This position requires a Tier 1 (T1) investigation with Childcare Checks since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age.
• You may be required to sign a transportation agreement.

Qualifications

Who May Apply:

Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected.

• Current Competitive Service Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Civilian Employee
• Current Department of War (DoW) Civilian Employee
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Non-Department of War (DoW) Transfer
• Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoW MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoW Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Specialized Experience for GS 13:

One year of specialized experience which includes: managing educational programs such as enrollment and eligibility to include interpreting federal laws and regulations regarding eligibility programs, evaluating the effectiveness of eligibility program operations and recommending organizational, and/or program improvements; and monitoring force structure changes and their impact on schools. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).

Time in Grade Requirement:

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this grade, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• You may claim Military Spouse preference.
• You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.
• Be advised that effective Jan. 1 2018, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, most civilian employee relocation allowances became taxable. The Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) reimburses eligible employees for the additional Federal, State, and local income taxes incurred as a result of receiving taxable travel income. RITA does not apply to new government employees or employees returning from an overseas assignment for the purpose of separation from Government service. For more information, visit
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• This position may require a 1-year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:

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.