Program Analyst (Exercises)
Company Name:
ClearedPath
Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a member of the Exercise Team responsible for daily operations, planning, and execution of national-level exercise programs and priority initiatives. You will manage and administer radiological and nuclear detection (RND) exercise programs, projects, and support activities designed to prevent an act of terrorism; analyze and evaluate major aspects of the program; develop long-range program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones, and develop new ways to solve problems related to RND capabilities and systems.
This position is located in the Training, Exercises and Program Assistance Division (TE&A;), Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Washington, D.C.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Overnight travel of 1-5 nights per month may be required. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. DUTIES: Back to top
Major Duties, include, but are not limited to:
Analyzing and assessing exercise programs in order to make recommendations for improvements in effectiveness of processes and systems.
Conducting long-range planning and analysis of new substantive exercise program methodologies where precedents are scarce or nonexistent in the area of radiological/nuclear detection policies and operations at all levels of government.
Developing long-range exercise program management plans for efficient and effective program implementation and administration, including exercise evaluation, analysis and reporting methods.
Recommending changes in objectives or emphasis in functions under the organizations purview.
Using cost-benefit analysis to set priorities and track expenses in support of the agency mission, including making the best use of present resources, securing appropriate funds, assisting in planning for future resource needs, estimating short-and long-range personnel, budgetary, space, and equipment needs.
At the GS-14 grade level, along with the duties listed above, you will serve as the subject matter expert in RND programs QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top
Your resume must demonstrate meeting the following specialized experience description in its entirety: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the federal Government (can be obtained in the public or private sector); conducting ALL of the following: 1) administering preventive radiological and nuclear detection programs, projects, and support activities; 2) conducting studies to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness; 3) using cost-benefit analyses to set priorities and track expenses in support of an organization''s mission; and 4) conducting long-range planning and analysis of programs. NOTE: Your resume must show where, when and how you performed these duties.
The qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 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 for a TOP SECRET clearance as a condition of placement in this CRITICAL SENSITIVE position. 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. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to place you in one of the three categories based on your experience, education and training. The knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:
ABILITY TO COORDINATE RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DETECTION EXERCISE PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS.
KNOWLEDGE OF HOMELAND SECURITY PREPARDEDNESS POLICY TO BUILD CAPABILITIES AIMED TO PREVENT TERRORIST ATTACKS.
KNOWLEDGE OF A WIDE RANGE OF QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE METHODS AND PROCESSES TO APPLY NEW THEORIES AND DEVELOPMENTS THROUGH EXERCISE.
KNOWLEDGE OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES TO MANAGE EXERCISE PROGRAM BUDGETS.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click here View Assessment Questions .
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM''s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be placed in the well qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. For information on veterans'' preference, please click here .
Benefits: Back to top
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan similar to a 401(k) ; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to .
OTHER INFORMATION:
Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to GS - 14 .
Selectee may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
Selectee will be required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Form.
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
On November 21, 2011, President Obama signed the VOW (Veterans Opportunity to Work) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). The VOW Act amended chapter 21 of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) by adding section 2108a, ?Treatment of certain individuals as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles.?
This job opportunity announcement (JOA) include Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). Active duty service members who have begun their civilian job search prior to discharge or release from active duty will know how their application will be considered.
a. Applicants who are active duty service members and apply for federal employment shall be conserved for competitive service positions and granted tentative veteran?s preference status when they submit a certification, in lieu of a DD-214, when applying to a federal job.
b. A certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date of certification is signed.
Veterans, possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans'' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans'' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans'' Preference plus the additional proof required by that form. For more information on veterans'' preference see .
For more information to determine your eligibility or to understand the documentation that would be required with your application, you may click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see / ).Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
ClearedPath
Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a member of the Exercise Team responsible for daily operations, planning, and execution of national-level exercise programs and priority initiatives. You will manage and administer radiological and nuclear detection (RND) exercise programs, projects, and support activities designed to prevent an act of terrorism; analyze and evaluate major aspects of the program; develop long-range program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones, and develop new ways to solve problems related to RND capabilities and systems.
This position is located in the Training, Exercises and Program Assistance Division (TE&A;), Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Washington, D.C.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Overnight travel of 1-5 nights per month may be required. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. DUTIES: Back to top
Major Duties, include, but are not limited to:
Analyzing and assessing exercise programs in order to make recommendations for improvements in effectiveness of processes and systems.
Conducting long-range planning and analysis of new substantive exercise program methodologies where precedents are scarce or nonexistent in the area of radiological/nuclear detection policies and operations at all levels of government.
Developing long-range exercise program management plans for efficient and effective program implementation and administration, including exercise evaluation, analysis and reporting methods.
Recommending changes in objectives or emphasis in functions under the organizations purview.
Using cost-benefit analysis to set priorities and track expenses in support of the agency mission, including making the best use of present resources, securing appropriate funds, assisting in planning for future resource needs, estimating short-and long-range personnel, budgetary, space, and equipment needs.
At the GS-14 grade level, along with the duties listed above, you will serve as the subject matter expert in RND programs QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top
Your resume must demonstrate meeting the following specialized experience description in its entirety: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the federal Government (can be obtained in the public or private sector); conducting ALL of the following: 1) administering preventive radiological and nuclear detection programs, projects, and support activities; 2) conducting studies to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness; 3) using cost-benefit analyses to set priorities and track expenses in support of an organization''s mission; and 4) conducting long-range planning and analysis of programs. NOTE: Your resume must show where, when and how you performed these duties.
The qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 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 for a TOP SECRET clearance as a condition of placement in this CRITICAL SENSITIVE position. 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. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to place you in one of the three categories based on your experience, education and training. The knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:
ABILITY TO COORDINATE RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DETECTION EXERCISE PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS.
KNOWLEDGE OF HOMELAND SECURITY PREPARDEDNESS POLICY TO BUILD CAPABILITIES AIMED TO PREVENT TERRORIST ATTACKS.
KNOWLEDGE OF A WIDE RANGE OF QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE METHODS AND PROCESSES TO APPLY NEW THEORIES AND DEVELOPMENTS THROUGH EXERCISE.
KNOWLEDGE OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES TO MANAGE EXERCISE PROGRAM BUDGETS.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click here View Assessment Questions .
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM''s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be placed in the well qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. For information on veterans'' preference, please click here .
Benefits: Back to top
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan similar to a 401(k) ; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to .
OTHER INFORMATION:
Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to GS - 14 .
Selectee may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
Selectee will be required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Form.
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
On November 21, 2011, President Obama signed the VOW (Veterans Opportunity to Work) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). The VOW Act amended chapter 21 of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) by adding section 2108a, ?Treatment of certain individuals as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles.?
This job opportunity announcement (JOA) include Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). Active duty service members who have begun their civilian job search prior to discharge or release from active duty will know how their application will be considered.
a. Applicants who are active duty service members and apply for federal employment shall be conserved for competitive service positions and granted tentative veteran?s preference status when they submit a certification, in lieu of a DD-214, when applying to a federal job.
b. A certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date of certification is signed.
Veterans, possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans'' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans'' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans'' Preference plus the additional proof required by that form. For more information on veterans'' preference see .
For more information to determine your eligibility or to understand the documentation that would be required with your application, you may click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see / ).Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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