Program Analyst (MWR Programs), NF-05

Serves as a senior program analyst for Business and Recreation Programs at the HQDA level providing subject matter expertise and recommendations to the command and ARSTAF. Evaluates overall MWR NAF revenue-producing operations to identify problems and recommend effective and economical ways to solve problems meet needs and produce efficiencies.

Recommends and develops future MWR programs and activities. Analyzes policy issues and develops programs policies procedures and practices that promote economy efficiency and effectiveness in MWR operations. Reviews and develops proposed changes in directive including the identification and analysis of issues evaluation and presentation of alternative implementation of decisions preparation of material for use by use by higher authority and subordinate commands monitors and analyzes follow-up actions.

Monitors implementation and compliance with established policies and programs. Acts as a technical expert in a professional field; uses in-depth specialized knowledge and experience to develop new approaches to issues previously unresponsive to accepted methods. Recommendations may change organizational programs and policies.

Develops deadlines and projects. Keeps supervisor informed but resolves most conflicts that arise. Interprets on own initiative; completed work reviewed for feasibility effectiveness and compatibility with other work. Work impacts on other technical experts or on the well-being of substantial numbers of people. Frequent contacts outside the organization in unstructured settings to influence or control decisions outside the organization. Assists in the formulation of budgets.

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants relevant experience skills knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
This position is open only to current and former DOW NAF Employees and current eligible DOW Appropriated Fund Employees.


A qualified candidate must possess the following:
Minimum Requirements:

1. One (1) year of managerial or supervisory work experience that demonstrates comprehensive analytical skills and acquired formal training in financial analysis and financial management systems.
2. Must possess good oral communication and writing skills. Strong organizational skills are required.
3. Must be able to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively and present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
4. Knowledge of standard office software such as word processing graphics presentation spreadsheet and e-mail.


In addition to the above qualifications candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred or Best Qualified:

1. Proven ability to draft review and coordinate complex written materials and present analytical findings to senior leaders and diverse stakeholder groups.
2. Experience managing concurrent projects or policy actions either independently or as a team member requiring effective organization prioritization and collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
3. Demonstrated experience in developing strategic guidance or standard operating procedures. A proven ability to independently identify policy gaps conduct research and recommend enterprise-level solutions.
4. Documented experience working with MWR/Quality of Life counterparts at the HQDA OSW or other Service Headquarters to align or deconflict policy.
5. Advanced proficiency in standard office software particularly in spreadsheet applications for data analysis word processing for policy drafting and presentation software for creating decision briefs as well as a working knowledge of GenAI.
6. Ideal candidates would have a minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting Category A B and Single Soldier MWR programs at an Army Command (ACOM) IMCOM Directorate or Headquarters level. This experience may include strategic planning resource management or program oversight rather than direct installation operations.
7. Experience leveraging enterprise-level data from key Army MWR systems (SMIRF FMBS ACRRO) to conduct trend analysis assess the financial health of programs Army-wide and inform the development of MWR policy.

Required Experience:

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