Management and Program Analyst at DOS, Overseas Buildings Operations
VA
About the Job
Open and Close Dates:
Jun 17, 2024 - Jul 01, 2024
Marketing Statement:
The men and women of the US Department of State with their skills, character and commitment to public service, are the backbone of America's diplomacy. Personal Services Contractor employees support the foreign policy mission from offices in Washington, DC and worldwide. Join us in helping to shape a freer, more secure and prosperous world as we formulate, represent and implement US foreign policy. Choose from hundreds of career possibilities - there's something for everyone!
Summary:
This PSC position is located in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). OBO’s mission is to advance freedom to the benefit of the American people and the international community by helping to build and sustain a more democratic, secure, and prosperous world composed of well-governed states that respond to the needs of their people.
This is a Non-Status, Non-Permanent Position. You do not acquire a competitive or excepted service status from this position.
Major Duties:
The Personal Services Contractor (PSC) position is located in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). OBO’s mission is to advance freedom to the benefit of the American people and the international community by helping to build and sustain a more democratic, secure, and prosperous world composed of well-governed states that respond to the needs of their people, reduce widespread poverty, and act responsibly within the international system.
- Identifies and translates complex data analytics concepts, findings, and limitations into concise, written and graphical data analysis in order to evaluate the effectiveness of program operations
- Conducts data analyses using software and/or programming languages (including Python, R, MS Power BI, Tableau etc.) to explore/group data, test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions.
- Researches and designs presentations and interpretations of analytical outputs tailored to specific audiences.
- Advises senior management on potential benefits of automation and other strategies to improve the efficiency of program operations, as well as approaches for collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating insights from data.
- As the accountability lead and a subject-matter expert (SME) on contracts, task orders, or other projects related to data analysis issues or initiatives, assesses progress of contractors towards achieving goals.
Who May Apply:
Job Status:
Full-Time NON-Permanent, Temporary Non-Status Position
Duration Appointment:
1 year renewable for 4 years
Conditions of Employment:
U.S. Citizenship is required.Must obtain a Medical Clearance prior to entry on duty.Relocation expenses will NOT be paidIncumbent will be subject to random drug testing.Overseas travel may be required.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Education:
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Requirements:
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. Education may only be substituted in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order to be credited towards qualifications. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
- Experience with knowledge of state-of-the-art qualitative and quantitative analytical and evaluation methods, software, and techniques to address bureau/directorate data, programmatic, and management issues; conduct comprehensive studies of bureau/office programs; and devise solutions to a variety of issues, as well as resolve complex and interrelated bureau/directorate program and administrative problems.
- Experience with comprehensive knowledge of data management/analytics tools and methodologies in order to recommend/develop data-driven solutions that address OBO’s program and business challenges; provide guidance and instructions and keep abreast of the latest technological advancements; and advocate for greater use of these strategies in corporate decision-making.
- Experience and strong knowledge of project management methodologies sufficient to plan, organize, direct, and conduct complex organizational, programmatic, and data related studies and projects from inception to completion.
- Experience in with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in order to provide expert advice and guidance; write comprehensive policies, plans, and reports; negotiate/defend recommendations; brief sensitive and controversial subjects; and provide guidance and instructions.
Benefits: