Program Analyst

SummaryThis position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Operations Division, Office of Operations Management (OM).This position(s) primary purpose is for the coordination of fiscal and administrative support, financial management, policy and procedural guidance, and other support service activities in support of the mission of the Office of Operations Management.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates11/20/2023 to 12/01/2023* Salary$94,199 - $145,617 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 12 - 13* HelpLocation2 vacancies in the following location:* Arlington, VA* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredNot required* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential13* Job family (Series)0343 Management And Program Analysis* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceSecret* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskNoncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk* Trust determination processNational security* Announcement numberH-DEA-24-12172368-MP-BB* Control number761605000HelpThis job is open to* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.* Federal employees - Competitive serviceCurrent or former competitive service federal employees.* Individuals with disabilities* Land & base managementCertain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.* Military spouses* Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista* Special authoritiesIndividuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.* VeteransClarification from the agencyMerit Promotion, VEOA EligiblesHelpDutiesAs the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.As a Program Analystyour typical work assignments may include:* Coordinating of fiscal and administrative support, financial management, policy and procedural guidance, and othersupport service activities in support of the mission of the Office of Operations Management.* Preparing and overseeing of the Division Rating Measures (DRM) reporting.* Tracking material weaknesses, reportable conditions, and internal control deficiencies until corrected.* Conducting and directing Internal Control audits and ongoing reviews of organization controls, operating procedures and compliance with policies and regulations.* Producing and/or presenting information and findings in a variety of formats (articles, papers, studies, briefings, and other media).* Resolving audit/inspection activities for organizations involving a significant degree of complexity and with interrelated program areas.* Analyzing Administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the administration of one or more important public programs.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* Must be a U.S. Citizen* You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.* Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.* Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.* You may be required to serve a probationary period.* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.* DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.* Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).QualificationsApplicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below.

Qualification claims will be subject to verification.You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrate your ability in: 1) Knowledge and ability to manage financial programs; 2) Conducting financial reviews throughout the year and makes funding transfers and adjustments; 3) Resolving audit/inspection activities for organizations involving a significant degree of complexity and with interrelated program areas; 4) Identifying and analyzing feasibility and effectiveness of existing and proposed agency standards, regulations, programs or policies; 5) Ability to orally present and write materials to effectively convey information relating to all various work programs and/or overall objectives throughout the headquarters office and field divisions.You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrate your ability in: 1) Analyzing operational procedures, policies, budget formulation and execution; 2) Conducting financial reviews and transferring and adjusting funds; 3) Overseeing, directing, and administrating funding allowances; 4) Resolving audit/inspection activities for organizations involving a significant degree of complexity and with interrelated program areas; 5) Identifying and analyzing feasibility and effectiveness of existing and proposed agency standards, regulations, programs or policies; 6) Ability to orally present and write materials to effectively convey information relating to all various work programs and/or overall objectives throughout the headquarters office and field divisions.Specialized 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 experience.

One year of specialized experience for this position includes:Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas:* Information Management* Planning and Evaluating* Problem Solving* WritingTime-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F).EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationBackground Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, DEA requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation (Critical-Sensitive/Top Secret, Special-Sensitive/Top Secret, or Non-critical Sensitive/Secret). This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. DEA committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.EEO POLICY STATEMENTVeterans' Preference: Certain veterans are eligible to apply as a status candidate under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA). View Feds Hire vets for more information on veterans' preference see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.

If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 80 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.

For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.aspAdditional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applicants will only be considered for the Eligibilities for which they claim in the job questionnaire AND must provide the supporting documentation.

Applicants will not be considered for Eligibilities for which they did not claim, regardless of the documentation submitted with the application.You will be evaluated for this position based on your experience and/or education reflected in your resume. Your resume must support your responses to the job specific assessment questionnaire. To remain in consideration for this position, please ensure your resume covers this requirement and that your resume has been successfully submitted as part of your on-line application package.NOTE: Your resume and supporting documentation will be verified.

If you rated yourself higher than what is supported by your application material, you may be excluded from consideration for this job opportunity announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements.

If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using an assessment questionnaire.If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE: You must submit a completed assessment questionnaire. Unless otherwise stated, we will only use the information above to determine your qualifications. Not providing the required information may result in a determination that you do not meet minimum requirements for the position (e.g., an ineligible rating) or a lower rating.