Program Analyst

U.S. Air Force Academy; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Air Force Academy seeks a Program Analyst to provide expert advice to command leadership on issues impacted by the PPBS process.

The role involves applying analytical methods to improve efficiency and effectiveness of program operations and supporting mission planning, deployment, and training systems. Applicants should have specialized experience at the GS-11 level and knowledge of Air Force planning and budgeting processes, with strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Air Force program goals and planning and budgeting processes.
• Ability to design and conduct studies to improve command plans and programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to command leadership on PPBS-related issues.
• Analyze and evaluate planning actions and their impact on operations and readiness.
• Contribute to development and improvement of mission plans, training, and deployment programs.

Skills

Program analysis

PPBE knowledge

Oral and written communication

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a program analyst providing expert advice to command leadership and staff regarding issues impacted by the Department of Defense Planning, Programming, and Budgeting system (PPBS) process.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Management and Program Analysis Series, 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the application of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations toward development and/or improvement of critical command plans and programs for conducting mission and airmanship operations, deployment, training systems, acquisition, PPBE, or similar operations. Knowledge of military command structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations. Knowledge of Strategic Planning development, concepts and processes.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Expert knowledge of Air Force program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various MAJCOM entities involved in overall program planning and execution of the Air Force operations. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies and preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems and issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a MAJCOM level program. In-depth knowledge of the planning, programming, and budgeting system, program review, and budget review process. Knowledge of congressional, and agency financial procedures, regulations, precedents, policies, and guides. Knowledge of electronic services and data bases providing information and products regarding financial cost support. Knowledge of strategic planning development, concepts, and processes. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.