Management & Program Analyst (Fire Business Analyst) - Direct Hire Authority

Summary This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority This Management & Program Analyst (Fire Business) position serves as a regional Fire Business Analyst with the United States Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) in Nashville, Tennessee, providing budget, business, and fire management expertise Learn more about this agency Duties As a Management & Program Analyst (Fire Business Analyst) - Direct Hire Authority your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Provides guidance and advice in the development, management and implementation of fire business issues and the integration of these activities into the wildland fire management programs. Serves as a consultant and authoritative expert to the regional wildland fire management team, as requested on fire business activities and issues. Conducts site specific readiness reviews of fire business and fire operations carried out by the Bureau and its cooperators. In coordination with Fire Management Officers (FMO), formulates regional fire policies, writes business plans, and administers programs necessary for the support of wildland fire management. Conducts program reviews to evaluate compliance with policies, standards and overall effectiveness of fire business operations. Performs a wide variety of analytical and advisory functions to support the fire management program budgets region wide. Performs budget execution and administration work, such as: monitoring obligations incurred, expenditure tracking, expenditure trend analysis, and coordinates quarterly updates with agency and regional budget staff. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation. Direct Deposit Required. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. Selectees must pass a pre-employment medical examination and may be subject to post-employment medical examinations to determine if they are maintaining the fitness standards for this position. This position requires the incumbent to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of their official duties. Selectee must hold and maintain a valid state driver's license throughout their employment in this position. Official U.S. Wildland Fire Service uniform is required. A condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions for GS-0343 Series). GS-11: 1 year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following: (1) Analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations and/or administrative support functions to recommend improvement solutions to work unit level issues; (2) Developing new or modified work methods; (3) Analyzing local policies and programs to determine the impact of changes on programs or work operations; (4) Reviewing and analyzing data to determine program effectiveness in attaining goals and/or to develop program measurement criteria; and (5) Gathering data to provide feedback, prepare reports, and/or to present briefings; OR a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.M., in a field related to this position. Physical Demands: The office work is primarily sedentary. Work outside of the office requires travel to various locations throughout the United States, under a variety of climatic conditions and elevations. Working Conditions: Much of the work is performed in an office setting, but also involves outdoor environments with exposure to a variety of climatic conditions and elevations. Fire management work involves an exposure to smoke and intense heat. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations, as prescribed in manuals/supplements, or by the designated Safety Officer. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information Indian Preference Policy: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472). Verification form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. No other documents will be accepted as proof of Indian Preference. PCS Information: Entitlements for payment of basic moving expenses as required and allowed by the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) 302-3.101, are authorized for eligible applicants changing duty station when the change meets the distance tests as provided in FTR 302-1.1 and 302-2.6. All moving expenses are taxable. Discretionary entitlements are not authorized for this position. Telework: This position is suitable for situational telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) OR Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF50 noting position, grade level, duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. The Reemployment Priority List (RPL) is the mechanism agencies use to give reemployment consideration to their former competitive service employees separated by a RIF or who have fully recovered from a compensable injury after more than one year. If you are currently on an RPL, you may be given priority consideration. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp Reasonable Accommodation: The USWFS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Visit USAJOBS Center | Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process. Probationary Period: The probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will 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. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. 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. 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