Program Analyst

Summary This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Division of Performance and Organizational Programs (DPOP). Program Analyst, GS-0343-13, advisor to management in developing, maintaining, and administering CMS workforce management programs to include telework, performance management, monetary and nonmonetary awards, delegations of authority, and reorganizations. Responsibilities Responsible for the evaluation and analysis of CMS workforce management programs in order to improve organizational/ operational efficiency and effectiveness and to develop long-range and short-range goals and objectives. Conducts studies and prepares analytical reports recommending new and improved methods of operations or uses of existing resources and programs. Presents study data, options, and recommendations to the Director, managers and staff, other program and administrative staff and negotiates resolution of administrative and management problems on behalf of the Division. Identifies opportunities for automation and serves as subject matter expert with technology staff for existing systems. Identifies best practices and advises leadership on how they could be adopted within CMS. Develops and coordinates data calls and annual enterprise- wide activities to include internal processing and review procedures. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume (limited to no more than 2 pages) must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. In order to qualify for the GS-13, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1. Reviewing and evaluating organizational restructuring and reorganization proposals to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, and administrative requirements (e.g., OPM classification standards, agency policies, and 5 CFR guidance); 2. Collecting and analyzing information from multiple sources to evaluate program performance, identify gaps, and recommend actionable improvements; AND 3. Preparing reports, executive briefings, and position papers on operational activities for senior leaders and key stakeholders. 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade: To be eligible, current or former Federal employees and current or former Federal employees applying under the VEOA eligibility who hold or have held a permanent General Schedule position in the previous year must have served at least 52 weeks (one year) at the next lower grade level from the position/grade level(s) to which they are applying. Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: Education Additional Information Bargaining Unit Position: NO Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentive: Not Authorized Relocation Incentive: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure: Not Authorized Workplace Flexibility at CMS: This position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office listed in this announcement. CMS offers flexible working arrangements and allows employees the opportunity to participate in alternative work schedules at the manager's discretion. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced federal employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit the required documentation and be rated well-qualified for this vacancy. Click here for a detailed description of the required supporting documents. A well-qualified applicant is one whose knowledge, skills and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements of the position. Additional information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at