Program Analyst

This position serves as a Program Analyst in the Department of Justice (DOJ), National Security Division (NSD), Counterterrorism Section. The mission of the NSD is to coordinate the Department's efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security.

As 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.

The primary purpose of this Program Analyst position is to support a case analytics, data science or data team, which is the Department's central hub for statistical analysis on all mission-related investigations and prosecutions. Supports the collection of data both internally and from external Federal government agencies. Supports inquiries within the Department on data and statistics related to investigations and prosecutions.

The duties and responsibilities for a Program Analyst, GS-0343-12/13 generally include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide data entry, data quality assurance, data visualization, data science, and Department business analytics solutions to support Division mission-requirements.
• Researches and investigates or analyzes and evaluates findings (on a quantitative or qualitative basis); advises on the potential benefits and uses; develops and recommends new or modified administrative programs and procedures, and policies, based on findings.
• Provides expertise in the collection and analysis of data about mission-related reviews, investigations, prosecutions, and National Security-related compliance monitoring and enforcement activities.
• Advises on planning, writing reports, conducting audit preparedness activities and preparations of responses, evaluation, review, and prioritization of data analysis of mission-related reviews, investigations, prosecutions, and National Security-related compliance monitoring and enforcement activities associated with assigned projects and programs, which are of prime importance to the Department's mission.
• Serves in a key role in helping advance the Department's strategic goals to identify descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive insights into mission-related activities that drive operational improvements across multiple areas.
• Oral and written communications; and development of presentations and reports.
• Evaluates work processes within the section and makes recommendations for improvement. Recognizes gaps in work-flows and proposes solutions in order to increase office efficiency and productivity.
• Prepares a variety of comprehensive status reports, management summaries, and briefing papers that identify problems, trends, and recommendations.

• $117,962 - $181,216/year

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or two-year trial period.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement, at any time, if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations.

To qualify for the position of Program Analyst at (GS-0343-12/13), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to this series and grade you're applying to.

If you are a current or former government employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level, to meet the time-in-grade requirements for this occupational series and grade. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information).

To qualify for the GS-12, you must possess the following: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector creating reports from data analytics to identify trends and provide recommendations to leadership.

To qualify for the GS-13, you must possess the following: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector analyzing data and creating reports from data analytics to identify trends and presenting results to stakeholders.

You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including Time-in-Grade, by the closing date of this announcement, 10/16/2024.

Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

Other Information

The bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term "status candidates". This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below: When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for.

• CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: For more information, see USAJOBS Federal Employees.
• CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS ( CTAP or ICTAP ): For more information visit: USAJOBS Career Transition Programs.
• VETERANS AND MILITARY SPOUSES: Please see USAJOBS Veterans Preference for more details.
• SCHEDULE A, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: Learn more at USAJOBS - Individuals with Disabilities.

Required Documents

Documentation requirements may vary from applicant to applicant based on your eligibility claims.

It is your responsibility to carefully review the list of document descriptions below, to see which documents are required for your application.

ALL APPLICANTS : You must submit a detailed resume containing the following pieces of information for each job entry listed in your employment history:

• Contact Information: Name, address, phone number, and email.
• Official position title.
• Employer name and contact information.
• Start and end dates (including month and year ).
• A detailed list of duties & accomplishments.
• Your grade/step achieved.
• The number of hours worked per week (or indicate full-time ).

If you are a current or former Federal employee:

• You must submit your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or equivalent agency form. Do not submit an award SF-50 , these do not contain sufficient information about your appointment.
• Your SF-50 should list the full position title, series, grade and step, organization, duty location, service computation date, effective date, and your service type and tenure status.
• Submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation or appraisal, signed, showing your final rating. If a performance appraisal is not available submit a statement explaining why one is not available.

If you are a Veteran or a qualifying parent or spouse:

• Submit all DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Member-4 Copy ) forms.
• If you are a Veteran with a service-connected disability rating you will need to submit the SF-15 (Application for 10-point Veterans Preference) and a copy of your VA Letter stating your disability rating.
• If you are the qualifying parent or spouse of a disabled, deceased, or deployed Veteran, and are seeking a derived preference eligibility, you must submit appropriate supporting documentation such as the Veterans DD-214, SF-15, VA Letter.

If you are a person with a disability, claiming eligibility under Schedule A:

• You must submit "proof of a disability" documentation ("Proof of a disability" is a letter stating that you have an intellectual disability, severe physical disability or psychiatric disability).
• You must get this letter from your doctor, a licensed medical professional, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any Federal, state, or local agency that issues or provides disability benefits.

If you are a displaced Federal employee claiming eligibility under CTAP or ICTAP:

• You must submit your separation notice or agency RIF letter from your agency.
• If you have not yet been separated, you can provide the letter of intent to separate you from the agency because of reduction-in-force.

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How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application questionnaire and submit your supporting documentation. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/16/2024 to receive consideration.

Please note that if the vacancy has an application limit, it will be listed at the top of the announcement by USAJOBS, and the closing date may be sooner than listed here.

If you need help with the application process, please see the USAJOBS Help Site (for everything on the USAJOBS-side), or the Application Manager Help Site (for everything on the DOJ-side).

Regrettably, the Department of Justice cannot assist you with USAJOBS account issues. If you contact us for assistance and the problem is related to your USAJOBS account, we will have to direct you to USAJOBS to remedy the issue.

Benefits

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. Learn more about federal benefits.

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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.