Program Analyst (T5)

1. Conducts studies of work processes and procedures. Identifies problems reviews production standards and makes tentative recommendations for problem resolution. Independently evaluates the effectiveness of substantive unit programs and processes in meeting their established goals and objectives. Analyzes evaluation results on both a quantitative and qualitative basis to provide concise and objective information to identify accountability strengths and weaknesses. Develops recommendations to correct deficiencies or suggest program or process improvements for the organization. Plans and designs procedures to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

2. Reviews reports and studies to ensure that user requirements are met and appropriate rules and regulations are utilized. Evaluates unit and organizational effectiveness. Develops and administers a system of reviews management controls evaluations and checklists designed to ensure conformance with law and regulations. The employee plans coordinates and carries out the successive steps in fact-finding and analysis of issues necessary to complete each phase of assigned projects. Using standardized and locally developed evaluation programs and processes management principles organizational theory and techniques of analysis and evaluation plans and accomplishes scheduled evaluations. Analytical methods contained in applicable regulations and guidelines are not always applicable to specific work; Incumbent adapts methods to meet needs of the specific situation.

3. Assists in the development of directives and the design development documentation and implementation of various reporting systems. Develops processes management administrative and technical evaluation plans for implementation by supervisors/managers. Notes deficiencies identifies necessary resources and recommends corrective action. Reviews workload requirements to ascertain areas where procedures can be combined distributed or simplified to increase productivity efficiency or effectiveness and is able to utilize centralized planning and decentralized execution of mission objectives. Recommends internal reporting and status tracking procedures to ensure adequate control in terms of deadlines progress reports and follow-up reports. Manages the evaluation program to ensure required actions are tracked and completed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

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. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures functions procedures and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. 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.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
--Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations and directives as well as organizational specific directives programs and missions to understand their impact on programs.

-- Knowledge of management analysis techniques to identify consider and resolve issues or problems.

-- Knowledge of operating guidelines governing administrative programs to help initiate program changes.

-- Skill in briefing managers and in communicating tentative recommendations regarding efficiency in program operations.