This vacancy is for a Program Analyst (Recent Graduate) position in the Human Resources Division located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Program Analyst (Recent Graduate), 0343-7, positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Duties

Prepare initial work plans and draft reports. Review operational plans and current incoming work projects. Make recommendations for improving methods. Determine the need for work standards and control systems. Participate in program studies and analysis of operations to achieve greater economy and efficiency.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must successfully complete a background investigation.
• A one-year probationary period may be required. If non-competitively converted, the time spent as a Recent Graduate will count towards the probationary period.
• This position is in the EXCEPTED SERVICE.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You must sign a Pathways Agreement.
• This announcement will close at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the date the first (150) applicants are receive or on October 18, 2024, whichever comes first.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Basic Entry Requirements for All Grade Levels: You must be a Recent College Graduates from qualifying institutions within two years of degree or certification (Veterans precluded by their military service obligation, will have up to six years to apply). Students with a transcript with a degree confer date on or before (October 18, 2024), will be considered for the Recent Graduate Program. Graduation / expect graduation date MUST be indicated on your resume. Specialized Experience: For the GS-07, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-05 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes: conducting management studies; supporting higher-level analysts in the completion of requested studies and reviews; analyzing issues for effectiveness, efficiency and productivity; and providing tentative recommendations to improve processes. OR Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position or superior academic achievement. NOTE: To show proof of meeting the Basic Entry Requirements, all applicants MUST submit a copy of their college transcripts. See the Required Documents section for more information. 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.

Contacts

• Address Human Resources Division 4600 Silver Hill Road Washington, DC 20233 US
• Name: Census Pathways Recent Graduate
• Phone: 301-763-3705
• Email: [email protected]