Program Analyst

Agency: Transportation Security Administration

Department: Department of Homeland Security

Location: Location Negotiable After Selection

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Requirements: To qualify for the SV-I Pay Band (equivalent to GS-13), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-H or GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Applying knowledge of relevant regulations, guidelines, and processes; Using analytical methods to assess program efficiency and effectiveness, identify issues, and recommend solutions to reduce future impacts on resources; and Interpreting and applying budget policies, precedents, regulations, and understanding funding sources, types, and methods for program activities and services. To qualify for the SV-J Pay Band (equivalent to GS-14), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-I or GS-13 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Defining program objectives, developing strategies, organizing work, setting priorities, and determining resource needs; Using quantitative and qualitative analysis methods to assess operational efficiency, effectiveness, and long-term viability; and Planning, organizing, and directing team studies or reviews, and working with management to gain acceptance and implementation of recommendations. Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Pea