The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida's (USAO-SDFL) mission is to enforce and defend the laws of the United States of America through the prosecution of criminal cases brought by the Federal government; the prosecution and defense of civil cases in which the United States is a party; and the collection of debts owed to the Federal government that are administratively uncollectible.

Duties

This Program Analyst analyzes management issues and recommends resources necessary to evaluate individual operations and functions for the purpose of ascertaining improvement, efficiency, effectiveness, modification, and/or recommendation of better management goals which impact the entire OCDETF Region. Based on a thorough knowledge of the functions, processes, and principles of the OCDETF Program, identifies issues in need of study, develops analytical methods, conducts investigations, and prepares option papers to present findings. Studies are often complex and cut across functional areas. Recommendations may involve reorganizations of the workforce, increased automation, or reallocation of resources. If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for providing Program Analyst support in the U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida, located in Miami, Florida, focusing in the areas of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces. Typical work assignments will include: Analyzing potential effect of new or proposed legislation, staffing levels, office automation technology, etc., and develops short- and long-range plans to ensure that OCDETF Region operations are conducted effectively and efficiently. Analyzing and evaluating current office systems and develops new or alternative procedures to improve the effectiveness of work methods and procedures, use of equipment, organizational structure, management controls, caseload management, changes in priorities, workflow, and systems development for the OCDETF Regional managers. Analyzing and studying trends of current computer, word processing, and information processing equipment technology for adaptation to the office. Developing and maintaining a system of internal controls to promote efficiency and to establish priorities for the allocation of resources within the Region.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• A probationary period may be required.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• A pre-employment drug test will be required.
• Bargaining Unit Position: No
• Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
• If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
• Must provide resume and supporting documents (See required documents).
• Time-in-Grade: Current or former Federal employees applying under merit promotion considerations must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements for consideration within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.
• You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must possess: Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service performing (obtained in either the public or private sectors) the duties listed below: (1) Analyzing processes and/or data to develop recommendations for improving an organization's Drug Enforcement or legal processes; (2) Coordinating with individuals and/or organizations that use legal information to support reports and data requests, exchange critical information concerning investigations, and/or provide feedback on ongoing criminal investigative matters; (3) Using analytical tools, tracking and/or accounting reports to determine real time funding and expenditures for specific investigations. -OR- Have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) -OR- Have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have at least one year of the education as described in B, but less than the required two years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) To qualify at the GS-12 level, you must possess: Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service performing (obtained in either the public or private sectors) the duties listed below: Analyzing potential effect of new or proposed legislation, staffing levels, office automation and/ or technology; Analyzing management issues to recommend resources necessary to evaluate individual operations and functions for the purpose of ascertaining improvement, efficiency, effectiveness, modification, and/or recommendation of better management goals; Evaluating current office systems to develop new or alternative procedures to improve the effectiveness of work methods and procedures. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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.If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. One year at the GS-11is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. You must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted; recommended SF-50s include promotions and step increases (within grade increases). All applicants will be reviewed to ensure they meet minimum qualification and eligibility requirements before carrying out the rating and ranking process. Applicants will not be further considered who will not meet within 30 days after the closing date of the vacancy announcement all qualification and eligibility requirements. NOTE(s): Experience: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Education

If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Failure to provide such documentation with your application will result in lost consideration. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.In addition, when reviewing applicant's transcripts, assumptions will not be made. Applicants MUST state which coursework is relevant.

Contacts

• Address Southern District of Florida 99 N.E. 4th Street Miami, FL 33132 US
• Name: MID-ATLANTIC SERVICE BRANCH
• Email: [email protected]