Program Analyst
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Washington, AR - USA
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Job Summary
NEH is an independent grant-making agency of the government dedicated to supporting research education preservation and public programs in the humanities. NEH is the nations largest public funder of the humanities which include history philosophy literature language ethics law archaeology political theory comparative religion anthropology sociology and media and cultural studies.
- Assists with the collection and analysis of the required annual compliance plan and activities reporting submissions.
- Oversees all aspects of online application processes and procedures for state humanities councils for NEH special initiatives.
- Providing complete materials for committee books for National Council review.
- Updates the online compliance plan and suggest improvements.
- Performs complex tasks associated with maintaining and enhancing FSPs website and the monthly electronic newsletter.
- Organizes synthesizes and analyzes this information to recognize areas of weakness or noncompliance.
- Gathers compiles and analyzes a variety of financial data reflecting the activities of the state councils.
- Prepares all FSP National Council committee books in electronic format for the NEH archives of committee books.
- U.S. Citizen
- Relevant experience and/or education
- Favorable background investigation
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
At the GS-11 level Qualified candidates must possess:
1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level or equivalent experience.
Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position for example: (1) Performing qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness efficiency and productivity of nonprofit humanities organizations; (2) Providing guidance to state humanities organizations regarding the development of grant applications and fulfilling reporting requirements using online procedures; (3) Performing detailed compilation and analysis of financial data to inform oversight and management of humanities organizations; (4) Facilitating workflow processes and administering operational procedures to support the activities of the division and humanities organizations.
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Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
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3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degreeor
LL.M. if relatedAs part of the online application process you will need to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies:
- Accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Flexibility
- Integrity/Honesty
- Interpersonal Skills
- Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Stress Tolerance
- Teamwork
1. If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a Notice of Personnel Action (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
2. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans preference you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans preference you must attach an SF-15 Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference plus the proof required by that form.
3. If you are the spouse of a member of the armed forces on active duty the spouse of a 100 percent disabled member of the armed forces or the spouse of a deceased member of the armed forces you may apply for consideration through the Military Spouse Noncompetitive Appointing Authority. Learn more about hiring options available to military spouses.
4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
5. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office in other Federal agency personnel offices and on OPMs web site at This position may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.
7. This position may qualify for membership in the NEH American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 3403.
8. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. ( should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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