Management Analyst

Summary This position is located in the Systems and Data Analytics Section, Talent Services and System Division, Human Capital Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. Learn more about this agency Duties Assists with initiatives aligned to the Library’s strategic goals and objectives for meeting its HR and human capital needs and sustaining and building an engaged workforce. These initiatives include conducting assessments of the efficiency and effectiveness of all aspects of HCD programs, projects, systems, and operations; soliciting customer feedback on HCD programs, projects, systems, and operations; and identifying gaps between current and projected strategic workforce requirements and implementing targeted strategies to close gaps through methods such as improvement to HCD operations and implementation of strategic human capital interventions such as succession planning, leadership and staff development, technological enhancements, contracting out, and performance enhancement. Participates in planning, organizing, and coordinating team activities related to HCD program and operations analysis. Assumes responsibility for timely completion of program activities and routine, recurring assigned duties. Manages a variety of functions simultaneously and with flexibility to work under competing demands and deadlines. Reviews own work to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational standards. Participates in the identification and/or development of evaluation criteria to measure success in achieving Library strategic goals and objectives and to evaluate outcomes of organizational initiatives related to HCD operations and strategies. Contributes to analytical and evaluative studies involving substantive HR and human capital management issues, assisting with the identification and analysis of issues and/or development of recommendations to resolve routine issues related to HR and human capital management. Assists with analyses and evaluations of the effectiveness of HR and human capital programs, operations, and strategies in meeting the Library’s short- and long-term objectives. Participates in planning, organizing, and coordinating the identification and/or design of measurement devices, survey techniques, best practices, metrics and other assessment tools to gather data for assessing workforce planning, succession planning, training and development, and other talent management strategies. Participates in the identification and/or development of metrics to assess program effectiveness and efficiency.  Becomes conversant with the major HR and human capital-related challenges facing the Library, and LC goals and objectives aligned to these challenges. Analyzes routine operational issues and problems and recommends solutions. Reviews organizational priorities and goals to be met on major program issues, suggests a course of action, and assists in implementing the alternatives chosen. Deploys quantitative and qualitative analytical methodologies to develop data-driven conclusions and recommendations on human capital issues. Researches, locates, gathers, organizes, summarizes, interprets, and reports on programmatic, personnel, fiscal and other data and information to address human capital program issues. Analyzes data and information, consolidates findings, and contributes to reports or other working documents on complex human capital management issues. Identifies efficiency improvements such as streamlining and automating cumbersome or time-consuming processes for maintaining and manipulating data and other information. Assists with the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of HCD initiatives aligned to the Library’s strategic goals and objectives for optimizing organizational effectiveness and efficiency. This includes initiatives related to all aspects of HCD policies, programs, projects, systems, and operations. Implements specified elements of project plans that guide changes in the administration and management of HCD programs, projects, systems, and operations. Assists with strategic planning efforts for various HCD programs, projects, systems, operations, and initiatives. This includes gathering customer feedback and contributing to the development and implementation of long-range plans, goals, objectives, and milestones that serve as the basis for changes in the administration and management of HCD programs, projects, systems, operations, and initiatives. Develops and maintains familiarity with HR and human capital management trends and best practices within and outside the agency. The position description number is 388483. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule.  This is a non-supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person selected under this vacancy.  The salary range reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metro area. Requirements Conditions of employment Conditions of Employment Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to provide program and operations analysis.** Ability to provide data analysis and reporting activities.** Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide consultation. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Additional information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation.  This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email [email protected]. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application.  Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email [email protected]. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.  The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement. Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.A “Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints.Are you a veteran?  Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim.  Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214.  Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form.  If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.  Expand Hide  additional information 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. 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our 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.