Program Analyst (Data Analyst)
Job Location:
Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
This position is located in the Bureau of African Affairs (AF) Executive office (EX) Remote Support Division (RSD) Department of State (DOS).
- Conducts complex data analysis to evaluate program effectiveness inform policy decisions and assess the impact of legislation or regulations.
- Oversees contract and project performance by monitoring progress evaluating contractor achievement of goals and assessing risk to ensure effective operations and compliance with regulations.
- Provides technical guidance on data analysis and automation opportunities to enhance program efficiency including evaluating processes and recommending improvements.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
- Statement of Employment & Financial Interest required prior to appointment.
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions per 5CFR 300 Subpart F.
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 in translating complex data analytics concepts into clear concise reports and evaluating program effectiveness.
- Analyzing and evaluating Bureau or Department functions related to data analyst projects.
- Experience utilizing software/or programs to conduct data analysis.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-14 position.
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
- For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at
- If eligible situational telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.If eligible applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in this Bureau for up to 240 days and may require a higher or lower security clearance. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
- Agency & Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP & ICTAP):View OPMsCTAP & ICTAP eligibilitywebsite for more information. You must be rated in the Well-Qualified category andsubmitsupporting documents under the required documents section of this announcement to receive selection priority be considered Well-Qualified applicants must: score an85 or above meet MinimumQualifications anddemonstrateproficiencyin some but notall major aspects of the position.
Candidates 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.
Required Experience:
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