Program Analyst (Travel Programs)
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Alexandria, VA - USA
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Job Summary
This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for for researching and investigating new or improved business and management practices for application to DoW travel programs or processes notably for DTS. Analyzes management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems. Prepares and provides information and metrics related to travel system functional requirements.
As a Program Analyst (Travel Programs) at the GSsome of your typical work assignments may include:
- Analyzes travel-related business processes management requirements and system operations to research recommend and implement improvements cost reductions and corrective actions.
- Serves as the lead tester for the Defense Travel System (DTS) developing test plans verifying new functionality and leading special projects to resolve system problem reports and address data analysis mandates.
- Analyzes and evaluates the end-to-end operation of enterprise-wide travel systems ensuring their effectiveness quality and progress in providing streamlined processes from user logon to final transaction archiving.
- Prepares and provides critical data metrics and informational packages related to travel system functional requirements for submission to senior leadership.
- Acts as a subject matter expert representing the branch and division on various committees and working groups to provide analysis and recommend courses of action on enterprise-wide travel systems.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service
- Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
- Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
- Work Schedule: Full Time
- Overtime: Occasionally
- Tour of Duty: Flexible
- Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
- Financial Disclosure: Not Required
- Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
You may qualify at the GS-13 if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
- Skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness and/or organizational productivity.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the laws regulations and policies governing DoD passenger travel to include the Joint Travel Regulations and the Financial Management Regulations to effectively oversee the sustainment or implementation of DoD travel systems.
- Expert knowledge and the ability to extrapolate information from questionable or incomplete data validate analytical conclusions and integrate contributions from other analysts and/or subject matter experts to prepare analytical products and provide timely analysis to support ongoing or new travel support to the Departmental efforts through the Branch and Division chiefs.
- Representing the organization with other professional organizations in seminars and conferences.
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see selecting official may choose to conduct interviews and once the selection is made you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
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Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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:
IC
