Program Analyst (Data Management)

Summary This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs with one position at each listed location. This position is also open under Merit Promotion announcement ST-26-12952652-CAWV-SQ. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. Learn more about this agency Duties This position will be responsible for the District's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Special Law Enforcement Commission (SLEC), and Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data collection programs. Provides direct assistance and advice to the Special Agent in Charge (SAC) and Supervisory Corrections Officer (SCO), or Designee. As Program Analyst (Data Management), GS-0343, your typical work assignments may include, but not limited to: Develops and refines the collection and analysis of statistics, departmental data, and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request information within their respective districts and also includes the Special Law Enforcement Commission (SLEC) program and the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data collection. Ensures program compliance with stringent program regulations. Plans and carries out assignments based upon prescribed program objectives. Consolidates work efforts into useful responses, ensuring their relevancy, technical accuracy, and consistency with related requests/projects. Provides advice to the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), the Supervisory Corrections Officer (SCO), and other senior officials on the management of FOIA information collection, release of information and the tracking of requests, SLEC program objectives, and UCR data collection. Provides regular status updates to OJS Headquarters office regarding outstanding FOIA, SLEC, and UCR requests. Reviews information collected in response to data requests, determines the release of information based on laws and policies governing the release data. Assists in the development programs and recommends to the SAC, SCO, and senior officials concepts for dealing with change to achieve full and accurate data reporting and FOIA, SLEC, and UCR submissions with prescribed guidelines. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship Required As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. Selectee is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 4 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607. Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards) Minimum Qualifications for the GS-12 Grade Level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: responsible for coordinating the collection, tracking, and processing of relevant data, such as statistical data or FOIA requests, in support of agency goals; interpreting legislation or advising management on guidelines, directives or circulars applicable to data collection, FOIA processing, The Privacy Act, information systems, or performance management; developing strategic goals and measures for the management or evaluation of agency programs; and representing management in public forums related to information collection or performance management. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Additional information All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2026 Salary Tables and select the pay chart for Muskogee, Oklahoma; Nashville, Tennessee; Sacramento, California. If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart. The full performance level of this position is GS-12. The probationary or trial 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 or trial 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 period -OR- trial period] 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. 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.