The incumbent is responsible for conducting studies of financial operations, programs and organizations; developing metrics to assess program performance; developing criteria to evaluate and measure the effectiveness of program activities; and recommending improvements to planning processes, performance and organizational effectiveness.

Duties

Supports and assists in project management activities related to contracts, monitoring funding activity/utilization, performance timelines and contractual reporting requirements. Uses qualitative and quantitative methods to conduct studies of financial operations, programs and organizations in the development of metrics to assess program performance. Assists in the formulation, determination, development and implementation of policies, processes and process improvements of project management methodology and tool sets in accordance with industry best practices. Supports project management activities through the full project life cycle processes of initiating, executing, controlling and closing out assigned projects. Assists project managers to develop project documents, facilitate and manage the project initiation, monitor and control processes to ensure projects are properly authorized and performance is in accordance with planned schedules. Facilitates project and inter-project communications, risk mitigation and issue resolution while providing recommendations for decision making, and coordinates the implementation of solutions. Information System Security Point of Contact (ISSPOC); Coordinates for federal and non-federal staff and in charge of non-federal on-boarding.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to Satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected you will be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are not able to reimburse any fees incurred for fingerprints.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: To qualify for the GS-09 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. This experience must include performing staff administrative analytical and evaluative work related to program operations, management and organizational efficiency and productivity. Examples of specialized experience include: Performing assignments, projects or studies related to administrative business operations and programs; Analyzing and evaluating (on a quantitative or qualitative basis) the effectiveness of program operations in meeting established goals and objectives; Coordinating management analysis studies with business operation programs, goals and objectives OR Education: 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR Combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. For the GS-11 level: To qualify for the GS-11 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. This experience must include performing staff administrative analytical and evaluative work related to program operations, management and organizational efficiency and productivity. Examples of specialized experience include: Performing assignments, projects or studies related to administrative business operations and programs; Gathering and analyzing organizational data to recommend improvements to planning processes, performance, or organizational effectiveness and efficiency; Producing analysis reports and spreadsheets to support business operations OR Education: 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university OR Combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy.For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMINExperience 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 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

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

You must submit a copy of your transcripts to include course number, title, completion and grade. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If a relevant course is not clearly qualifying (e.g. special topic, seminar, research, thesis, obscure or misleading course title, etc.), please submit an official course syllabi and/or detailed course description from the university/college for that particular course to ensure you are properly evaluated. Please note that qualifications determinations are based solely on the information submitted for each particular vacancy announcement.

Important: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. Click on this link for more information.

Failure to provide all of the required documents/information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Contacts

• Address Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Kristin Rupert
• Phone: 817-509-3400
• Email: [email protected]