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Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration |
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Arlington, VA
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$79052 to $122531 |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration
Job Announcement Number:
TSA-08-0315
Program Analyst
SALARY RANGE: 79,052.00 - 122,531.00 USD per year
These pay rates do not include the new locality pay effective January 2008.OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, January 03, 2008
to Wednesday, January 09, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: SV-0343-JPOSITION INFORMATION: Full-TimePermanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Arlington, VA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to All U.S. Citizens.For further information concerning U.S. citizenship, please visit www.uscis.gov
JOB SUMMARY:
Securing Travel, Protecting People
At the Transportation Security Administration, we serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.In cities across the country, we secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems.We protect our transportation infrastructure from terrorist attack and ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.
At TSA, we act swiftly and with integrity to:Discover and stop emerging transportation security threats, utilizing state of the art technology
Educate and provide friendly customer service to travelers
Screen passengers and gather intelligence
Coordinate security involving aviation, rail, and other surface and maritime transportation
Oversee most transportation-related responsibilities of the federal government during a national emergency
The incumbent serves as the Program Analyst in the Acquisition and Program Management Support Division, Executive Director of Program analysis and support, AA-Acquisition, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. CitizenshipFederal employees must achieve time in grade to qualifyBackground and/or Security Investigation required.
Send Mail to:
TSA Recruitment Center
2711 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Ste. # 601
Arlington, VA 22202
US
Fax: 1-888-275-5116
For questions about this job:
Callie Nicholson
Phone: 703-415-7501 ext 312
Fax: 1-888-275-5116
TDD: 1-800-887-5506
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TSA-08-0315
Program Analyst
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Candidates must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.All applicants must demonstrate one year of specialized experience equivalent to that of the next lower pay band/grade level in the Federal Service or private sector. For the SV-J pay band, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SV-I pay band or the GS-13 grade level.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.Such experience will include evaluating program effectiveness and analyzing gaps between actual and desired program results; provide solutions to eliminate or minimize the gaps between actual and desired program results, and; partner with the staff to ensure program guidelines and procedures are implemented and practiced.Providing multiple and varying analytical and administrative duties and studies to support the Division Director in implementing special projects.
Position Sensitivity:
This is a Critical-Sensitive (Level 3) position and requires a Secret Security Clearance and completion of a favorable Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or Background Investigation (BI) prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.The incumbent will be subject to a 5-year periodic re-investigation.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Requires additional training and experience per DSH Management Directive #782, Acquisition Certification Requirements for Program Manager dated 5/26/2004.Applicants must be certified at a level commensurate with the responsibilities of the acquisition being managed.For this position, PM certification at level II is required at the time of application.If you possess DHS or DOD DAWIA Certification, please indicate your Certification Level and Career Field information in your resume.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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METHOD OF EVALUATION:
Applicants will be evaluated on their total background including experience, education, awards, training, and self-development as it relates to the position.Refer to OPM and the U.S. Department of Education websites for more information at:
www.opm.gov/qualifications
www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Responses to the evaluation criteria may be ranked according to relative merit for this position and identified as being "qualified" or "best qualified".Selection for this position will be made only from among candidates possessing the best qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
In order to receive further consideration applicants MUST address, in a concise narrative statement on a separate sheet of paper, each of the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) listed below.Failure to address any KSA described below will disqualify applicants from receiving further consideration.
Your description should explain the nature of experience, accomplishments, education, and training opportunities that best illustrate how, to what degree, and with what impact you have applied/used each of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for successful performance in this position.Your description may include one or more examples of accomplishments, problems resolved, risks/threats averted, or processes improved as a result of your efforts.
KSAs
Knowledge of program management principles, concepts, directives and practices.
Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for assessment and improvement of program effectiveness.
Skill in project management (i.e., identifies resource requirements (people, material, equipment and facilities); establishes timeline and deliverable/implementation schedule, manages quality, evaluates and mitigates risk; identifies and overcomes project obstacles).
Planning and Evaluation:Determines objectives and strategies; organizes work, sets priorities, determines resource requirements; coordinates with other parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors and evaluate the progress and outcomes of operational plans; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.
Manages and Organizes information:Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Oral Communication:Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters atmosphere of open communication.
Written Communication:Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
TSA-08-0315
Program Analyst
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Arlington, VA
MAJOR DUTIES:
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The incumbent serves as the Program Analyst in the Acquisition and Program Management Support Division, Executive Director of Program analysis and support, AA-Acquisition, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities:Examining program procedures and requirements and establishes enhanced assessments and procedures.
Providing consultative and advisory services to management to; evaluate program effectiveness and analyze gaps between actual and desired program results; provide solutions to eliminate or minimize the gaps between actual and desired program results; and partner with the staff to ensure program guidelines and procedures are implemented and practiced.
Developing the program management documentation, generating reports, graphs, written and oral status reports, and presentation.
Conducting project planning, management, tracking and policy development.
Developing project planning and tracking status of documents under development.
Facilitating ongoing customer service with stakeholders throughout the organization, which involves providing expertise, advice and recommendations regarding processes, policies and directives about the program.
Applying management concepts, principles, and practices to achieve timely and quality program outcomes.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
TSA-08-0315
Program Analyst
BENEFITS:
The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program has many plans to choose from all at very reasonable rates, which can be paid from pre-tax income.
The Federal Employees Retirement System is one of the premier retirement programs in the Nation.The program features three components:a retirement pension; the Thrift Savings Plan (an employee controlled investment program); and social security.
Federal Employee Group Life Insurance offers numerous life insurance policy options covering employees and dependents.
The leave program offers exceptional time off benefits including annual leave, sick leave, family medical leave, and 10 paid holidays per year.
You may be eligible for career development and enrichment training; family friendly policies, such as flexible work schedules; and Employee Assistance Programs.
If you commute using public transportation, you may be eligible for a transit subsidy.
State-of-the-art gym.
Convenient location at Pentagon City Metro ? shops and dining facilities directly across the street.
OTHER INFORMATION:
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Transportation Security Administration is an Excepted Service agency.Basic Federal employee benefits remain the same as other Federal agencies.
POSITION LOCATION:U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Office of Acquisition
Acquisition and Program Management
Support Division
Status and Eligibility to Apply for Other Federal Positions:
TSA is an excepted service agency exempt from most of title 5 United States Code; therefore, employment with TSA does not confer the ?competitive status? that generally results from selection and service in competitive service agencies.Under the OPM-DHS Interchange Agreement, permanent employees who have at least one year of continuous service with TSA can apply and be considered for positions in other Federal agencies open to current/former Federal employees with competitive status.
For more information please visit www.tsa.gov/assets/pdf/tsa_interchange_agreement.pdf
JOB CATEGORY:Professional
Permanent Change of Station:No relocation expenses will be authorized.
Veterans? Preference:For most external recruitment efforts, TSA provides preference to eligible veterans who were discharged or released from military service under honorable conditions.Eligibility requirements for veterans? preference are available in the VetsInfo Guide available on the Office of Personnel Management?s Web site at www.opm.gov.You must identify your claim for veterans? preference on your application and provide proof of your entitlement by submitting appropriate documentation such as a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy).If you are claiming a disability you must submit the appropriate documentation from the military service or a current letter of disability from Department of Veterans Affairs.If you are claiming 10-point preference you must also complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference.
Selective Service: TSA policy requires verification of Selective Service registration for male applicants born after 12/31/59.Generally, male applicants who knowingly fail to register will be ineligible for employment with TSA.
For more information on registering with the Selective Service, visit the Selective Service System Web site at www.sss.gov or contact them by telephone at (847) 688-6888.
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