This position is located in Refugee, Asylum & International Operations, Asylum Division, Arlington Asylum Office in Arlington, VA. As a Management and Program Analyst, you will analyze current processes to identify ways that technology can be used to improve accuracy and efficiency, create reports, and develop action plans.

Duties

The responsibilities described are for the full performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity. Serve as an analyst and program advisor to management on various functions requiring application of a wide range of system and management support principles, processes, and systems. Provide technical assistance and support to apply planning systems and management programs. Develop, implement, and monitor management information systems, including spreadsheets, databases, SharePoint sites, and other organizational tools. Develop project analyses and compile reports articulating tangible/intangible data and identify significant findings, including but not limited to, staffing models, volume projections, and forecast modeling. Analyze and evaluate, on a quantitative and/or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals, measures, and objectives. Work with leadership to make processes more effective to achieve Asylum goals.

Requirements

Qualifications

The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 02/28/2024. Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the lower grade or equivalent grade band in the Federal service. The Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 02/28/2024. GS-09: You qualify at the GS-09 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Researching and compiling statistical data; Gathering, summarizing, and analyzing information for incorporation into final reports; Identifying or recommending solutions to problems; Working in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. OR You may also substitute successful completion of a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in an accredited college or university, or a J.D. OR L.L.B. degree, for experience at the GS-09 grade level. Such education must demonstrate the skills needed to do the work. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 36 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the two years of full-time study requirement. GS-11: You qualify at the GS-11 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Analyzing statistical data and identifying areas requiring correction; Monitoring, tracking, or responding to inquiries in accordance with established timelines; Gathering data required for use in the management and direction of programs; Assisting with studies of efficiency or productivity and subsequently recommending changes or improvements. OR You may also substitute successful completion of a Ph.D., equivalent doctoral degree, or L.L.M, if related, or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in an accredited college or university, for experience at the GS-11 grade level. Such education must demonstrate the skills needed to do the work. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 54 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the three years of full-time study requirement. GS-12: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Assisting with data management and analysis to help management make operational or policy decisions; Performing statistical analysis relevant to laws, precedents, or policies to analyze problems within an organization; Conducting program studies to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the program; Responding to policy and program inquiries and information; Working with databases or SharePoint sites. Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 02/28/2024. Your resume will be used to determine your qualifications for the position advertised in this announcement. Therefore, your resume must highlight your most relevant, significant experience related to the requirements found in the qualification section of this announcement, as well as any applicable education. USCIS will only review the first 5 pages of your resume to determine your initial eligibility/qualifications for a position. As such, please be sure to include content to support your eligibility/qualifications for this position within the first 5 pages. Please note that your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since Human Resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online questions. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide the above information may result in a finding of ineligible. Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Federal Experience: If you are using current or prior federal experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level must be listed in your work history. This information will be further validated if selected for this position. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer 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 criteria 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 service. Please provide the dates and amount of time/hours worked earning this experience.

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at the GS-12.

COMBINING QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION (at the GS-09/11 levels only): If you do not qualify based on experience or education alone, you may be able to qualify based on a combination of your experience and education. For more information on combining education and experience, visit the following website: General Schedule Qualification Standards. Transcript required: If you don't submit a transcript, we will not use your education when deciding if you're qualified for the job. For verification purposes, the transcript submitted must include your name and educational institution.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: HROC Staffing Help Desk
• Phone: 952-697-8380
• Email: [email protected]