This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM ANALYST, Position Description Number D1010000 and is part of G-1 Nebraska Army National Guard.

Duties

As a PROGRAM ANALYST, GS-0343-7/9, duties include: - Reviews, evaluates and analyzes obligations and expenditures. Prepares directorate or division summaries from reports submitted by Major Subordinate Commands (MSC)*. -Summarizes and interprets significant data collected and relates this data to the organizations program actions; identifies and analyzes deficiencies in resource consumption, training, workload and scheduling, and evaluates deviations from standards, plans, and estimates to determine cause and impact on missions. - Assists management in interpretation and utilization of reports and information provided. Develops various visual media to present trends, performance status, capability and related management information. Aids functional areas in identifying areas of record documentation and procedures that can be streamlined, combined or improved and initiates methods to operate under the new or revised system. Implements management control plans. - Provides recommendations to subordinate organizations for proper management of programs. Recommends funding allocations and monitors expenditure to ensure allocations are being utilized as planned and are not being exceeded. Adjusts allocations as needed. Report expenditure status to management and National Guard Bureau (NGB) as required. - Based on budget guidance received from higher headquarters, develops an annual budget for programs. Reviews prior and current budgets/funding trends, compiles funding projections and prepares funding recommendations. Anticipates requirements for program funds by reviewing execution plans and recommends appropriate action such as reprogramming funds from one program to another to correct funding shortfalls. This requires close coordination with major subordinate commands and comptroller personnel, and an in-depth understanding of the status of the projects and contracts, their completion status and their significance to ensure that the recommendations made will allow for the successful completion of management programs. Reviews the status of program milestones requests payment of funds after it has been determined that the requirements have been properly satisfied.

Requirements

• Military membership in the Nebraska National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain/maintain the level of security clearance/background check required
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory
• Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-7458. OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 and 3 ONLY DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard. AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Grades: Maximum: O4/CW4/E9; Minimum: O1/WO1/E5; Military Grade inversion within the full-time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full-time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised. Security Clearance/Background Check requirements: In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work. Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency. Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume. Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - [email protected]; 402-309-8319. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes and principles of management. Experience using computer and automation systems. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-07 - Must have at least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education which has provided knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience applying practices, theories, techniques, and methods of management. GS-09 - Must have at least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education which has provided a working knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience analyzing, interpreting and developing policies and procedures of local management. Experience, education, or training which has provided application of practices, theories, techniques, and methods of management. Experience analyzing, interpreting, and developing policies and procedures of local management.

Education

Education:

Substitution of Education for specialized experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements.

Contacts

• Address NE G1 2433 NW 24th Street Lincoln, NE 68524 US
• Name: Jon Sronce
• Phone: 402-309-8173
• Email: [email protected]