This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a Program Analyst, Subject Matter Expert (SME), and advisor to the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program Manager and agency officials on all aspects of a comprehensive program designed to improve the professionalism and effectiveness of the Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW).

Duties

As a PROGRAM ANALYST at the GS-0343-13 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Serving as a Program Analyst, Subject Matter Expert (SME), and advisor to the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program Manager and agency officials on all aspects of a comprehensive program designed to improve the professionalism and effectiveness of the Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW). Evaluating and determining direct and indirect impact of new legislation, higher headquarters (HQs) directives, regulatory issuances, and or local command guidance on the Security Cooperation Workforce. Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, business systems, processes, and guidance pertaining to the Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) assignments and management policies and programs. Analyzing management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems including the systems specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and systems evaluation methodology. Developing detailed plans/objectives (short- and long-range) and directs or conducts comprehensive management studies detailing with use of measurements, methods, procedures, engineered time standards, and/or benchmarking to identify problems and propose solutions to improve production efficiency.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment or Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret) security clearance
• Incumbent must complete DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Intermediate-level certification. Must complete Basic-level courses within one year and Intermediate-level courses within two years (3 years total).

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Analyzing workforce development programs to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness; Conducting studies and researching new legislation to inform leadership of changes that may impact internal operations; Collecting security cooperation or workforce development program data to recommend improvements to business practices; Partnering with key stakeholders to ensure security cooperation training or workforce development programs support mission requirements. 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). 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Security Cooperation Agency 1851 S. Bell Room 501 Arlington, VA 22240 US
• Name: DSCA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614 692-0252
• Email: [email protected]