Management and Program Analyst (Data Architect) GS-0343-15 FPL 15 (DE)

Summary This position is located in Federal Student Aid, Data Division, Strategic Planning and Policy Implementation Office, in Washington, DC. The Data Division, Strategic Planning and Policy Implementation Office is responsible for providing high quality data analytics to inform stakeholders and enhance FSA's capabilities to make informed strategic management decisions. Duties APPLICATION LIMIT: This vacancy announcement is limited to the first 200 applications received and will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the day that we receive the 200th application, or at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date, whichever occurs first.   We encourage you to read this entire vacancy announcement prior to submitting your application. As a Management and Program Analyst (Data Architect), GS-0343-15, you will be responsible for: •  Analyzing and evaluating on a qualitative and quantitative basis the effectiveness of FSA programs in meeting established goals and objectives as an aspect of the responses to requests and inquiries.    •    Applying an expert and comprehensive knowledge of FSA programs and activities in order to analyze and develop responses to complex and sensitive data and information requests, and to make recommendations on how the data should be structured to provide the most effective and efficient usage for FSA. •    Developing procedures and systems for responding to inquiries through assessment of programs and management processes using technology. •    Preparing correspondence and other responsive documents articulating findings to requesters. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a US citizen. Males 18 and over must be registered with the Selective Service. Relocation will not be paid. You may be subject to serve a one-year probationary period. Background investigation is required. Condition of Employment: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a probationary period or trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: • your performance and conduct; • the needs and interests of the agency; • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period OR trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. We will consider all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications You may meet the minimum requirements for the GS-15 if you possess the specialized experience. Specialized Experience for the GS-15 One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-14 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1.  Experience using student aid systems to evaluate, assess, and improve Federal Student Aid programs and data management systems by applying a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques. 2.  Experience recommending adjustments to policies, Federal Student Aid programs, projects, data structure, and studies to resolve data problems and improve operations and efficiencies in major core processes. 3.  Experience preparing and presenting recommendations and briefing reports on how student aid data should be structured to provide the most effective and efficient usage for Federal Student Aid. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement). 1.   Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment of student aid program activities to respond to controversial and complicated inquiries and data requests.  2.    Knowledge of current and previous student financial assistance programs to develop/enhance programs and systems for the analysis of large amounts of data involved in the administration of a student loan portfolio.  3.    Knowledge of Title IV systems and repositories and the tools and languages needed to extract, analyze, and report Title IV Aid programs data.  4.    Ability to prepare recommendations and responses in written and graphical format using the techniques for the optimum visual display of quantitative information.  Education Education cannot be substituted for experience for this position and grade level. Additional information Veterans’ Career Counseling: If you are a veteran interested in receiving tips on preparing a Federal resume and/or how to prepare for an interview, you may email [email protected] to schedule a session with a career counselor. Student Loan Default: If selected for this position, we will verify that you have not defaulted on any loan funded or guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Education. If you are found to be in default, we will contact you to make arrangements for repayment prior to making an official offer of employment. Suitability and Investigation: If selected for this position, you will be required to complete the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine your suitability for federal employment and successfully complete a pre-appointment investigation/background check. Essential/Non-Essential: This position is considered essential for purposes of reporting to work during federal government closures. Financial Disclosure: This position does not require financial disclosure. Bargaining Unit: This position is included in the bargaining unit American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 252.  Selections: Agencies have broad authority under law to hire from any appropriate source of eligibles and may fill a vacancy in the competitive service by any method authorized. We may make additional selections from this vacancy announcement within 90 days from the date the selection certificates are issued, should vacancies occur. We may also share selection certificates amongst program offices across the agency. 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. As an ED employee, you will also benefit from our family-friendly work environment. As part of our commitment to maintain a work life balance, we offer excused leave for Parent/Teacher Conferences (3 hours); excused leave for annual health screenings (4 hours); and matching leave for community volunteer service. Other flexibilities that may be available to you include alternative work schedules. You may be eligible to receive a recruitment incentive for this position. To receive this incentive payment, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. You may be eligible to receive a relocation incentive for this position. To receive this incentive payment, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. You may be eligible to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program as a recruitment incentive for this position. To receive student loan repayments, you will be required to sign a service agreement obligating you to remain with the U.S. Department of Education for a specified period as agreed upon. 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.