This position is located in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and Soil and Plant Science Division (SPSD). The incumbent provides analytical expertise to support several key agency program management functions with specific emphasis on data anlaysis using multiple sources and operational budgets. This position is supervised by the Soil and Plant Science Division Associate Director for Soils Program.

Duties

You will provide data analysis as well as national management support. You will work with Leadership to ensure methodologies are approved, transparent and defensible. You will evaluate operational budgets, providing reports on a regular basis and as requested. You will prepare analysis to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of business planning and implementation, operations budget planning, and implementation. You will provide comprehensive input in improving processes, policies, systems, and procedures to ensure sufficient and effective program management activities for the organization.

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.
• 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 time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. (e.g. one year at the GS-12 grade level for consideration for the GS-13 grade level). Specialized Experience: GS-13 To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. This experience must include performing functional interrelated assignments, providing advice and assistance to upper management on subjects that affect agency programs, and utilizing oral and written communication to develop and refine agencies directives and policies and procedures and presenting findings. My knowledge, skills, and abilities are reflected in performing the following dutes: 1. Utilizing quantitative and qualitative methods to advise of program managers, division directors, deputy chiefs, etc. on assigned program regulations and requirements; 2. Prepare and provide economic analyses and data by conducting cost benfit and economic analysis of natural resources; 3. Maintaing effective relationships and utilizing problem solving, team building, and managment skills to collabrate with various agencies, national organizations, etc.; 4. Provide assistance with budget development, formulation, presentation and execution; and 5. Assist with business and strategeic planning processes, ensuring the cooperation and acceptance of new ideas and programs; 6. Utilizing analytical techniques to evaluate programs efficiency and effectiveness. GS-12 To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. This experience must include performing functional interrelated assignments, providing advice and assistance to upper management on subjects that affect agency programs, and utilizing oral and written communication to assist with developing and refining agencies directives and policies and procedures and presenting findings. My knowledge, skills, and abilities are reflected in performing the following dutes: 1. Assist with the advisement of program managers, division directors, deputy chiefs, etc. on assigned program regulations and requirements; 2. Prepare and provide economic analyses and data by conducting cost benfit and economic analysis of natural resources; 3. Provide assistance with budget development, formulation, presentation and execution; and 4. Utilizing analytical techniques to evaluate programs efficiency and effectiveness. Note: There is no education substitution for the GS-12/13 level. For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: Administrative and Management Positions 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 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

There is no education substitution for the GS-12/13 level.

Contacts

• Address Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Chanael Laster
• Email: [email protected]